Richard | Teacher #3350
About Richard
Richard is a dedicated piano and saxophone teacher who offers exclusive online lessons. With an extensive musical background, Richard holds an advanced RCM certificate and has gained rich experiences through various masterclasses and musical competitions. His teaching philosophy emphasizes joy and play, ensuring that learning music is a delightful experience. Richard provides a tailored approach in his lessons, making music accessible and enjoyable for all his students. Fluent in both English and French, he caters to a diverse student base. Book an interview now to explore music lessons with Richard online, where every session promises comprehensive musical education and engaging learning experiences.
Piano Saxophone
Online Lessons
Classical Jazz Pop Blues
English French
Teaching Philosophy
Music takes a huge place in my life, it glows over others.it becomes your best friend with time.Depending on your mood , you can rely on your music. Music is always their waiting for you.It relaxes you , it makes you feel good. it's a way of meditation.I believe that it is integral to the education of any person. We all have rhythm and sound as a core part of our body. Formal training in music is only an expansion of what already exists in every person.All of my lessons begin with physical warm-ups ( by Isidor Phillipp , Czerny ...) to support the specific musculature required in the development of each instrument.An up to date personnalised program given to each of my students , including some of their favorite songs, to keep motivation and steady progress every lessons. Joy and play are essential elements of happiness, successful learning at any age. Without joy, there is no music, and without music, there is no joy.
Musical Education
I studied accordian at age 7 , kept my teacher for 13 years. He was great , very organized and had a great all aroung teaching system.Vincent Testa was is name.Then my father bought me my first piano at age 13 and enroll me at Vincent d'indy ( became Montreal University ) for private Classical piano lessons , history and sight reading classes and stayed 9 years.Also learn alto and tenor saxophones, clarinet with a private teacher.Finally Jazz improvisation, also privately with Charles Ellison.After my studies and winning many competition accross Canada at age 21, I had my own orchestra playing in and aroung Montreal and accross Canada.At age 35 , Started travelling and performing across the world on Luxury Cruise Ships and Cirque du Soleil.Since 2004 , I started teaching full time and give back what i received from my own teachers and great musicians from all over the world.Recently , i wrote my first book titled : " Read Music , Easy & Fun " which i use for my students. I am an active teacher today, i have 35 students from two differents schools.My students are from 7 to 84 years of age. The secret is " keep the motivation high " ÉDUCATION MUSICALE : ( En Français ) J'ai étudié l'accordéon à l'âge de 7 ans avec le même professeur pendant 13 ans. Il était très organisé et avait un excellent système d'enseignement. Puis mon père m'a acheté mon premier piano à l'âge de 13 ans et m'a inscrit à Vincent d'Indy ( Université de Montréal) pour des cours privés en piano classique, également des cours d'histoire et de lecture à vue. J'ai eu aussi des cours en saxophones et clarinette avec un professeur que jouait dans la symphonie de Montréal. Enfin l'improvisation jazz au piano. Après mes études et avoir remporté de nombreux concours à travers le Canada, j'ai eu mon orchestre de 12 musiciens jouant à Montréal et partout au Canada. À 35 ans, j'ai commencé à voyager et me produire à travers le monde sur des navires de croisière de luxe et aussi le Cirque du Soleil. Depuis 2004, j'ai commencé à enseigner à temps plein et à redonner ce que j'ai reçu de mes propres professeurs et de grands musiciens du monde entier.Récemment, j'ai écrit mon premier livre intitulé : " Lire la Musique , Facile & Amusant " Je suis aujourd'hui un enseignant actif, j'ai 55 élèves âgés de 7 à 84 ans. Le secret est de savoir comment pratiquer le piano efficativement, sans perdre de temps. Ainsi la motivation restera à son maximum.
Lessons on an online platform
Richard 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:
Richard 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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