Teresa | Teacher #3421
About Teresa
Teresa offers violin and voice lessons with a focus on online, in students' homes, and in-studio instruction. With a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Voice Performance from Redeemer University and studies at the University of Toronto, Teresa brings expertise to her teaching. She's fluent in English, French, and Mandarin. Specializing in dictation, ear training, and music theory, Teresa's awards include the SunLight Foundation Music Scholarship and RCM Level 10 Voice. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes practice and intentionality for progress. Book an interview now.
Voice Violin Ear Training Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege Music Appreciation Dictation RCM
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Jazz Country Folk Broadway Musicals Christian Baroque
English French Mandarin
Teaching Philosophy
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic private teacher who uses original and structured approaches in vocal & string pedagogy. A master at visualization and imagination, since music can sometimes be an abstract concept that needs to be brought to life by various illustrations and stories! I believe that music is inseparable from life, and therefore it is made for anyone and everyone to explore and enjoy. Other than pursuing mere technical excellence, I believe that musicians are also outstanding at self-expression and discovery, which means that my lessons are often a fun philosophical adventure :) My teaching motto is “Practice produces progress, intentionality increases improvements.”
Musical Education
● Present: Bachelor of Art in progress (Classical Voice Performance) at Redeemer University ● 2018-2021: Classical Voice Education at the University of Toronto (degree transferred above) ● Studied voice with Armenian-Canadian soprano Lynn Isnar, renowned Canadian mezzo-soprano Jean MacPhail, and French-Canadian soprano Nathalie Paulin. ● Studied conducting with Tafelmusik Chamber Choir director Ivars Taurins and renowned Canadian choral conductor Matthew Otto.
Awards and Distinctions
● SunLight Foundation Music Scholarship ● Clementina Sauro Memorial Award ● Arthur Plettner Scholarship & Robert Iorweth Thorman Jazz Scholarship ● University of Toronto Scholar ● RCM Level 10 Voice
Lessons in your home
Teresa is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Hamilton, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Teresa 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
Teresa 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:
Teresa 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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