Patrick | Teacher #4593
About Patrick
Patrick is a highly skilled music teacher specializing in piano and violin for students aged 4 through adults. With teaching services available online, in-studio in Edmonton, and in your home, Patrick provides tailored lessons in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. He holds a Master’s degree in Music from Hong Kong Baptist University and a Bachelor’s in Music from the University of York, along with advanced certifications such as the LTCL and DipABRSM. Patrick also offers training in advanced music theory, composition, and ear training.
Piano Violin Ear Training Music History Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation Dictation Composition RCM Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Analysis RCM - Counterpoint RCM - History RCM - Advanced Harmony RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons
Classical Jazz Country Pop Folk Broadway Musicals Christian Rhythm and Blues Baroque
English Mandarin Cantonese
Teaching Philosophy
Musical enjoyment and happiness are the elements I hope my students will experience in my music lessons. I prioritize student-centered and participatory activities, such as gamified exercises, singing, and duet playing. I love seeing the smiles on my students' faces and hearing the music room filled with joy and laughter! Happiness is one of the highest life values and is unquestionably a universal pursuit for everyone. We seldom question why we seek happiness. I believe music has a unique power to achieve enjoyment, happiness, joy, contentment, and other life values.
Musical Education
I began studying piano from the age of 6 and violin from 13. I have over 7 years of experience as a piano and violin teacher and 4 years as a secondary music teacher. I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from the University of York in the United Kingdom, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and a Master of Arts degree in Music from the Hong Kong Baptist University. I am currently a PhD student in Secondary Education (Music) at the University of Alberta.
Awards and Distinctions
Champion in the International Group (Hong Kong over 18) at the Inter-School International Performance Challenge in Hong Kong (2016), 2nd Runner-up in the Piano Solo (Open) category at the Harrogate Competitive Festival of Music, Speech and Drama in the United Kingdom (2016), Champion in the Piano Solo (Sonata) category at the Mrs Sunderland Festival in the United Kingdom (2016), and 2nd Runner-up in the Sonata Class at the Hong Kong (Asia) Youth Piano Competition (2015)
Special Skills and Trainings
LTCL in piano performance (Trinity College London); AMusTCL (Trinity College London); DipABRSM - Piano Teaching (ABRSM)
Lessons in a music studio
Patrick offers lessons from his studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Patrick can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Patrick is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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