Steven | Teacher #1375
About Steven
Steven, a dedicated music educator with a Bachelor of Music from Humber College, emphasizes the importance of fostering a love for music while developing essential skills like discipline and technique. His teaching philosophy centers on inspiring students to explore diverse musical genres and cultivate a strong work ethic that extends beyond music into all aspects of their lives. With accolades such as the Dave Stillwell Arranging Award and Yamaha Canada Music Scholarship, Steven brings a wealth of expertise to his lessons, empowering students to excel in their musical journey.
Double Bass Electric Bass Ear Training Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Jazz Rock Rock and Roll Folk Blues Progressive Rock Funk Bluegrass Punk
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Teaching Philosophy
I have had some of the best experiences of my life while playing music, and I want to help students reach a level of ability where music becomes an amazingly fun and very rewarding experience. I want to inspire students to work on music they are familiar with, as well as broaden their musical horizons. In lessons, I will help students develop the work ethic, practice discipline, technique, and fundamentals needed to progress on the path towards musical excellence. I believe that through studying music, students can develop a work ethic, passion and creativity that will help in all future endeavours.
Musical Education
Humber College - Bachelor of Music
Awards and Distinctions
• Dave Stillwell Arranging Award • Yamaha Canada Music, Ltd. Scholarship • Dixieland Jazz Award • Honours Standing at Humber • Dean’s List at Grant MacEwan
Lessons in your home
Steven is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Toronto, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Steven 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
Steven 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:
Steven 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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