RJ | Teacher #3009
About RJ
RJ is a dedicated trumpet teacher, providing personalized lessons online and in students' homes. His approach to teaching is rooted in his extensive musical education, including a BA in Fine Arts in Jazz Performance and Composition from Capilano University. RJ specializes in trumpet, composition, jazz improvisation, and advanced music theory. He is fluent in English, enhancing his teaching with clear communication. RJ is known for his ability to inspire students through innovative teaching methods, emphasizing skill development and musical expression. He offers online lessons and in-home sessions, providing flexibility to accommodate various learning preferences. Book an interview with RJ now for a comprehensive musical learning experience!
Trumpet Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Composition Music Theory (Advanced) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz
English
Teaching Philosophy
Music is ultimately a universal language anyone can learn. You can discern different ideas and different ways of expressing them just by hearing them from those who play or sing. It’s not any simple task to find a way to express yourself through music, let alone do that to an audience. I find that musical education is a great way to sharpen those developmental skills. Just as one would learn how to read, write, speak and understand a language, one may also learn their instrument in a similar fashion: how-to sight-read music, how to write music idiomatic to an instrument, how to play the instrument, and how to understand where their instrument fits in the music. Regardless of passion or interest, I aim to develop and nurture those skills, whether it be in the interest of music, or in the interest of general growth.
Musical Education
I am a current student at Capilano University, expecting to finish my BA in Fine Arts in Jazz Performance and Composition by Spring 2023. Over the duration of studies, I have delved into many musical styles, whether it be in the classroom, in the studio or on a gig. Some notable groups I have had the pleasure of being a part of include: The Happiest Big Band on Earth, the Capilano University A Band, and the Bruce James Orchestra.
Special Skills and Trainings
I started playing the trumpet at twelve years old, only beginning to dig into more serious practice and study by sixteen. My playing experience ranges across classical training in private, small and large jazz ensembles (combos and big bands), playing as a horn section member in pop/classic rock cover bands, as a trumpeter for a four-piece alternative rock band, freelance studio work, and as a bandleader of my own jazz group, with arrangements and compositions written by myself.
Lessons in your home
RJ is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- North Vancouver, BC
- Vancouver, BC
Lessons on an online platform
RJ 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:
RJ 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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