Sarah | Teacher #3263
About Sarah
Sarah is a dedicated piano teacher based in Vancouver, offering lessons in her studio, at students' homes, and online. With a rich background in classical training through the RCM system and an ongoing Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology with a minor in music at UBC, she brings a depth of musical education to her teaching. Sarah excels in various genres including jazz and classical, highlighted by her ability to play multiple instruments and her extensive improvisation skills. Fluent in English and Cantonese, she creates a nurturing environment that fosters musical growth across all ages. Book an interview with Sarah for a comprehensive and engaging musical education.
Piano Ear Training Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) RCM Music Theory (Advanced) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Pop Baroque
English Cantonese
Teaching Philosophy
Music has been always been a big part of my life. I would sing karaoke with my parents as a child, and now I play in bands and write my own songs. I believe we’re all born with an innate love of music. Formal training only helps us to develop a deeper appreciation for it, as well as an understanding of ourselves and our personal tastes. Music also grows with us— I started out classically trained, and then branched out into genres like jazz. No matter what phase of life I’m in, I can always come back to music. At their core, music lessons are about having fun, and shouldn’t cause any stress or anxiety. Having once went through lessons myself, I understand all the undesired feelings that can come with trying something new, and aim to create as comfortable an environment as possible. Many of my students are young children, but I also teach adults and seniors. I still connect with my former piano teacher, and aim to build the same relationship with everyone I teach, so we connect not only as student and teacher, but also as friends.
Musical Education
I am currently a first year student at UBC, working towards a BA anthropology and minor in music. I studied piano from the age of four until thirteen, and was classically trained through the RCM system. In that time frame, I completed RCM Level 10, Advanced Rudiments and Harmony.
Special Skills and Trainings
I learned classical repertoire from my teacher, and branched out into jazz by listening to my dad’s CDs and watching old clips of Bill Evans on Youtube. I am a teacher, but I am also a lifelong student, and I want to be familiar with as many genres as possible. In addition, I play the electric bass, electric guitar, and violin. Being familiar with different instruments and playing in bands has helped me to appreciate balance and the role of different instruments, which I am able to bring into my lessons. I love to improvise and play by ear! Most of what I play nowadays comes from listening to the radio and working things out.
Lessons in your home
Sarah is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- False Creek, BC
- Kerrisdale, BC
- Kitsilano, BC
- Marpole, BC
- Mount Pleasant-Coal Harbour, BC
- Oakridge, BC
- Point Grey, BC
- Richmond, BC
- University Endowment Lands-UBC, BC
- Vancouver, BC
- Yaletown, BC
Lessons in a music studio
Sarah offers lessons from her 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
Sarah 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:
Sarah 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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