Sheila | Teacher #3942
About Sheila
Sheila, a dedicated music educator, offers online lessons in piano, voice, music theory, and more. With 15 years of teaching experience and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Sheila is committed to making music education accessible to students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. She believes in tailoring each lesson to the individual student's interests, goals, and learning style, creating a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. Book an interview with Sheila now to start your musical journey!
Piano Voice Ear Training Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Counterpoint RCM - History RCM - Advanced Harmony RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons
Classical Pop Rock Folk Broadway Musicals Celtic Christian Progressive Rock Baroque
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Teaching Philosophy
I believe that music is for everyone and am passionate about breaking down barriers to music education. I accept students of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, genders and special needs. I have 15 years experience teaching piano, voice, theory and songwriting to individuals and small groups. I believe music should be a personal exploration and customize each lesson to the students interests, goals and learning style. I strive to create classes that are interesting, rewarding and enjoyable for students from every walk of life.
Musical Education
I have the following teaching credentials. -Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance University of Lethbridge, 2008. -RCM Teaching Online Course certification, 2022. -Many years piano instruction and completion of grade 10 RCM practical piano exam.
Awards and Distinctions
Jason Lang Scholarship for Exceptional Academic Achievement
Special Skills and Trainings
-15 years experience teaching piano, voice, theory and songwriting to individuals and small groups. -Experience with students with a variety of special needs. -10 years experience accompanying singers and strings in RCM exams, recitals and festival. I create my own accompaniment tracks so that students can practice at home. -Participant in the Alberta Centennial Choir. -Participant in University Singers including Cuba tour.
Lessons on an online platform
Sheila 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:
Sheila 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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