Peter | Teacher #4284
About Peter
Peter is a versatile BAH teacher offering piano lessons for students aged 4 to adults. Based in Chestermere, he provides lessons in your home, his studio, or online. Peter holds an RCM Level 10 certification and is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Composition from the University of Calgary. He offers instruction in piano, composition, ear training, music history, music theory (beginner to advanced), and various RCM subjects. Whether in-person or virtual, Peter aims to cultivate a deep appreciation for music in his students.
Piano Ear Training Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Composition RCM Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Analysis RCM - Advanced Harmony RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
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Teaching Philosophy
I believe that music is a reflection into our emotions; no matter how we experience this medium, whether it be playing, creating, or simply listening, we are in-tune with our emotions. As performers, we utilize our emotions as a catalyst to move our bodies to become extensions of the piece, essentially becoming instruments of the original composers intentions. Similarly, as a composer we must utilize these emotions in our piece as they help guide our writing. Our emotions shape the narrative of the story we want to create through our music. I want to not only teach students how to properly create and play music, but to help them understand the narrative and emotional drive of what they seek to play and create, to help them truly appreciate and admire the kind of work that goes into these mediums and to hopefully inspire others as well!
Musical Education
From a very young age I was classically trained in piano and have been blessed with amazing teachers who have helped guide and cultivate the pianist I am today. From age 4 to 19 I was taught privately, and throughout middle and highschool I was taught at Mount Royal Conservatory. My teacher was an esteemed graduate from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia; she shaped me into the pianist and teacher that I am today. I studied RCM all the way up to level 10 and am currently enrolled at the University of Calgary and working to finishing my Bachelor of Music degree, specializing in Composition. I have been given the opportunity to study with some of Canada's most prolific composers.
Awards and Distinctions
Some of my more notable awards and achievements are as follows: -Calgary Kiwanis Music Festival, Gold certificate, Piano solo - Recital, 11 years and under (2013) -Calgary Performing Arts Festival, Red certificate, Piano solo - Recital, 14 years and under (2016) -Calgary Performing Arts Festival, Gold certificate for Piano Solo - Contemporary Composers 15 years and under (2017) -Calgary Performing Arts Festival, Gold certificate for Piano Solo - Bach, Minimum Associate Standard (2017) -Completion of RCM Advanced Rudiments -Achieving RCM Grade 10 Piano with First Class Honours
Special Skills and Trainings
Outside of my rigorous music education, I always schedule time to cultivate my own portfolio within online music communities. Due to my interest in video game music, I've always been inspired to try and replicate and create similar sounding pieces. This interest eventually lead me to meet like-minded individuals who have helped me grow as a composer. I have further honed my skills through numerous online music competitions. I developed this side of my music alongside my academic pursuits in university. Recently, I've been given the opportunity to have one of my compositions featured in the Emerging Composers concert held by the Land's End Ensemble-- a Juno nominated contemporary music ensemble based in Calgary.
Lessons in your home
Peter is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Chestermere, AB
Lessons in a music studio
Peter 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
Peter 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:
Peter 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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