Wah Hei | Teacher #4451
About Wah Hei
Wah Hei is an accomplished musician and educator offering violin and composition lessons. With over 25 years of teaching experience, he provides instruction both online and in-home across Markham, Newmarket, North York, Richmond Hill, Toronto, and Vaughan. Wah Hei holds a Doctorate from the University of Missouri - Kansas City and has a strong international presence with award-winning compositions performed globally. He teaches in English, Cantonese, Japanese, and Mandarin, covering various aspects of music, including theory, ear training, and harmony.
Violin Composition Ear Training Music History Counterpoint Harmony Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Dictation Composition RCM Music Theory (Advanced) RCM - Analysis RCM - Counterpoint RCM - History RCM - Advanced Harmony RCM - Intermediate Harmony RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical
English Mandarin Cantonese Japanese
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy centres on encouragement and setting high goals for students while maintaining a compassionate and understanding approach. My lessons are well-organized with clear objectives, designed to be engaging and routine-oriented. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, with some proficiency in Japanese, I am able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of students. Whether you're interested in violin, music theory, ear training, or harmony, I offer a comprehensive and nurturing learning experience tailored to your individual needs and aspirations.
Musical Education
I am an accomplished musician and composer with a prestigious academic background. Having earned a doctoral degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City and received education at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. I have established a remarkable international presence. My award-winning compositions have been performed in numerous countries, including Hong Kong, the United States, Finland, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Mainland China. Notably, my music has been performed by the Grammy-winning ensemble Kansas City Chorale under the direction of renowned conductor Charles Bruffy. With over 25 years of experience as a private violin instructor, I have taught students ranging from 3 to adults. My extensive teaching portfolio includes roles as a conductor at various secondary schools and as an instructor for high school music programs such as HKDSE, IB, and IGCSE. I have also taught at post-secondary institutions like School of Continuing and Professional Studies (CUHK) and Caritas Institute of Higher Education (now St. Francis University). I have served as a secondary school music teacher at Diocesan Boys' School and as Head of Performing Arts at Tai Kwong Hilary College.
Awards and Distinctions
2014: Award for Asia, Zvi Zeitlin Memorial International Composer's Competition 2011: Honorary Associate, National Academy of Music, Greece 2010: Finalist, International Music Prize Honourable Mention, International Music Prize Second Prize, Beethoven Club/Belvedere Festival Composition Contest Fellowship, EarShot Pioneer Valley Symphony New Music Reading 2008 First Prize, Crescendo Choral Music Competition, Kansas City Chorale Finalist, Palatino Competition, Central Conservatory of Music at Beijing. Regional winner, SCI/ASCAP Student Composition Commission Contest. Max Di Julio Prize Commission, University of Nevada, Las Vegas. 2007 Fellowship, Oregon Bach Festival, University of Missouri – Kansas City. 2006 First Prize, Chamber Music Composition Competition, University of Missouri – Kansas City
Special Skills and Trainings
In Hong Kong, I served as the assistant concertmaster of the HK Youth Symphony Orchestra and the leader of the second violin section at the HK Chamber Orchestra. Just before leaving Hong Kong, I had the honour of performing as one of the soloists in Vivaldi's Four Violin Concerto with the HK Chamber Orchestra.
Lessons in your home
Wah Hei is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Markham, ON
- Newmarket, ON
- North York, ON
- Richmond Hill, ON
- Toronto, ON
- Vaughan, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Wah Hei 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
Wah Hei 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:
Wah Hei 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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