Paul | Teacher #3973
About Paul
Paul is a passionate piano teacher offering lessons to students from age 2 to adults, exclusively online. With a philosophy deeply rooted in conveying emotion through music, Paul emphasizes the importance of playing with passion, aligning with Beethoven's sentiment that playing without emotion is inexcusable. Having secured the highest mark award for the ARCT diploma by age 13, Paul's technical prowess on the piano is exceptional. He possesses unique techniques for tackling large pieces and is keen on sharing these with his students, prioritizing technique to naturally enhance musicality. Paul's lessons are available online, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for students everywhere.
Piano Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) RCM RCM - History RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical
English Mandarin
Teaching Philosophy
"To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable." - Ludwig van Beethoven. This statement captures the very essence of piano practice. In my humble opinion, being the best piano player doesn't matter unless emotion is poured forth towards the piano piece. Not only that, but it must match the composer's intentions. The composer has ideally created each note with deep thought and deliberation and would require the performer to execute it to the finest potential. Be it the best sounding piano, or the correct pivots: finger rotation and wrist rotation etc. However, in this area of musicality and technique, I am a firm believer of first tackling technique, and then musicality will automatically happen in the background, then can be polished upon request of the performer in short notice, if his/her musical tastes and ears serve well and understand the stature of the music itself. I am very pleased to announce my immense talent in piano performance and would gladly share the techniques required for large pieces with no reservation for each lesson, depending on the progress of the individual. Though I suggest chunking and starting with smaller and manageable sections. At my skill, I am able to identify and correct postures of all kinds.
Musical Education
Since I was age 8, I began my RCM journey, closing with the highest mark award for the ARCT diploma at age 13 before high school, and ever since, my technical efficiency and superiority has increased manifold. My RCM History exams average a score of 97% and my counterpoint and harmony analysis were both 80% average. After receiving these distinctions in RCM, I carried on my own independent struggles with technical cleanliness and lyrical expressions on the piano and am glad to say that I have formulated my own theory that can supplement the RCM piano performance theories of slow practice. There is one key element to playing piano the better - sleep and recovery - in which I believe I have mastered this art and science myself.
Awards and Distinctions
RCM Highest Mark Award Piano Performance Fastest interpretation of the infamously technical Op.10 No.4 Chopin Etude I did this on youtube and is recorded in minimal lighting to test for muscle memory.
Special Skills and Trainings
I have been a Toastmasters President before and can communicate effectively and efficiently. Additionally, my ability to sight read and identify people's errors with posture and lyricism is very sensitively tuned.
Lessons in your home
Paul is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Vancouver, BC
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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