Samuel | Teacher #3239
About Samuel
Samuel, a dedicated music educator, offers online lessons and teaches at his studio. Specializing in piano, he also provides instruction in dictation, ear training, harmony, and advanced music theory, including RCM certification preparation. With a belief in continuous improvement rather than perfection, Samuel encourages his students to embrace failure as a pathway to growth. Trained at Mohawk College and Laurier University, he brings a wealth of experience accompanying singers, choirs, and instrumentalists, fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment. Book an interview with Samuel for comprehensive music education tailored to individual needs and goals.
Piano Ear Training Harmony Dictation RCM Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons
Classical Christian
English
Teaching Philosophy
Failure is the key to success. I believe that there is no such thing as perfection, only improvement. There is no greater lesson you can learn than in trying something new, failing, and finally learning from it. I hope that people can learn to embrace and accept their own failures so they keep growing as a person and continually develop their own unique sense of curiosity.
Musical Education
I attended Mohawk College in the Applied Music Program and Laurier University in the BA Music program. I am Classically trained and initially started off playing in my local churches. Afterwards, I moved on to accompany choirs and took over as director of music and managed a youth band and choir in Hamilton. During my formal education, I accompanied many singers, choirs, and instrumentalists, participating in recordings while at Mohawk College.
Lessons in a music studio
Samuel 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
Samuel 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:
Samuel 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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