Paul | Teacher #5584
About Paul
Paul teaches a broad range of instruments, including Cello, Guitar (Classical, Electric), Piano, Organ, Ukulele, and Composition. He holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Toronto and a Master of Fine Arts from Bard College. Paul encourages students of all ages with a "fun and easy" philosophy, supporting both RCM and popular music interests. Lessons are available in his Kars studio, in your Ottawa home, or online.
Piano Guitar Cello Electric Guitar Ukulele Classical Guitar Organ Composition Ear Training Music History Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Dictation Composition 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 Lessons in Your Home
Classical Country Pop Rock Rock and Roll Heavy Metal Folk Broadway Musicals Christian Gospel Progressive Rock Rhythm and Blues Baroque
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Teaching Philosophy
Music is central to my life and is my passion. I enjoy sharing my musical passion with my students. I have enjoyed composing music since I was 7 years old and have written folk and classical music. My primary instruments are the guitar, piano and cello as well as conducting and composition. My teaching philosophy is to make learning fun and easy whether you are a child or adult. I want the student to be interested in what they are learning. This could mean teaching them their favourite pop or folk song. I enjoy seeing them grow and prosper and achieve their primary goals on the instrument. I want them to fulfill their musical dreams!
Musical Education
I have attended the following schools earning the following degrees: -University of Toronto: Bachelor of Music -Bard College: Master of Fine Arts -RCM: Piano: Grade 8 -RCM: Guitar: Grade 9
Awards and Distinctions
Academic All-Canadian for Sports and Music Royal Military College Book Award for Sports, Arts and Leadership
Special Skills and Trainings
In addition to fulfilling student interests I generally follow the RCM methodology for learning the guitar and piano. I find this balances learning songs of various eras with learning technique on the instrument.
Lessons in your home
Paul is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Ottawa, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Paul 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
Paul 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:
Paul 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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