Paul | Teacher #3093
About Paul
Paul's teaching philosophy revolves around the belief that music is a powerful medium for expressing love, compassion, humanity, and introspection. He sees music as a means for students to explore their inner selves and present their most authentic version to the world. Paul aims to help students remove barriers hindering their expression and encourages them to find their unique voice. With a Bachelor of Music Degree with Honours from Humber College and extensive experience as a freelance musician and arranger, Paul brings a diverse skill set to his teaching. He incorporates students' musical interests into their studies, making lessons engaging and inspiring. Paul is dedicated to changing the perception that music lessons are dull, instead striving to ignite students' passion for music through personalized and exciting learning experiences. Book an interview with Paul now for a transformative musical journey tailored to your individuality and aspirations!
Trumpet Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Composition Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Jazz Pop Blues Rhythm and Blues Funk
English
Teaching Philosophy
In my eyes, music is the language through which we express love, compassion, humanity, and inwardness. To learn to express oneself through music is to explore the inner depths of one’s soul and present it in the most intimate and vulnerable manner. I believe that every student is capable of finding their voice and using it to share what is most important to them. As a teacher, my goal is not just to teach my students how to play their instrument; my goal is to help them remove the barriers that are standing in the way of them being able to express their most authentic version of themselves.
Musical Education
I have a Bachelor of Music Degree with Honours from Humber College, which included education in performance, arranging, band leading, and music production. I began classical piano and music theory lessons from age five until age ten, taking a brief two-year hiatus from music before returning as a trumpet player at age 12. I soon immersed myself in nearly every musical opportunity I could find, playing in the concert bands, chamber ensembles, and jazz bands at school from grades 7-12 as well as an extra-curricular youth big band in high school. During this time, I studied with multiple trumpet teachers, including the founder and director of the Calgary Jazz Orchestra and the principal trumpet player for the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. In preparation for college, I resumed studies with my former piano teacher to complete my RCM level 8 in music theory. During college, I gained plenty of experience as both a performing and studio musician, spending over 100 hours in the Gordon Wragg recording studio as well as performing at the Canadian Opera Company and touring southern Ontario with the Toronto All-Star Big Band.
Awards and Distinctions
-Most Outstanding Musician Grades 7-12 -Heritage Festival Maestro Award -Al Kay Brass Award -Don Johnson Memorial Award -Gordon Wragg scholarship
Special Skills and Trainings
As both a freelance musician and an arranger, I have worked in nearly every genre of music including folk, rock, RnB, brass bands, salsa music, Ukrainian folk music, Ethiopian afro-beat, and much more. What I have taken from these experiences is that any instrument can fit into any context if there is enough understanding and passion. As a teacher, I want to change the idea that taking music lessons means boring students to death with scale drills and antiquated etudes. I will assign exercises that incorporate each student's musical interest into their studies, be it a Louis Armstrong solo, a Van Halen riff, or a Dua Lipa melody. I want to discover what kind of music it is that will inspire my students to practise their instruments and ignite their flame!
Lessons in your home
Paul is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Etobicoke, ON
- Toronto, ON
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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