Robert | Teacher #3803
About Robert
Robert, with over 20 years of experience playing piano, guitar, and drums, combines classical training with self-teaching and ongoing learning. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Applied Music, Robert offers lessons in piano, guitar, drums, and beginner-intermediate music theory. Online and in-home lessons are available for convenience. Book an interview with Robert for enjoyable and effective music instruction.
Piano Guitar Drumset Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Pop Rock Rock and Roll Blues Reggae Ska
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Teaching Philosophy
I approach teaching from the perspective that a student's enjoyment of music and playing their instrument is very important and can greatly help with their learning. I I think that a positive and encouraging attitude is generally best. That said, I often wouldn't hesitate (depending on the personality and ability of an individual student) to give my students challenging assignments and gentle constructive criticism.
Musical Education
I have a Bachelor's degree in Applied Music from Dundalk Institute of Technology. I've been playing the piano for over 20 years. I was originally classically trained and was awarded a grade 7 from the Royal Irish Academy of Music (as well as a grade 8 in violin). Since then, I have been self-teaching; continuously learning, improving my skills, and expanding my knowledge of different styles and genres. I'm self-taught in the guitar and drums, additionally, and have been playing each of those instruments for approximately 15 years. I received tutorship in the drums as my chosen instrument in college. I'm also well educated in music theory. This comes as a result of completing a grade 6 in music theory with the Royal Irish Academy of Music, my time studying music in college, and through my own ongoing and consistent study of music theory.
Lessons in your home
Robert is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Toronto, ON
Lessons on an online platform
Robert 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:
Robert 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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