Walter | Teacher #4551
About Walter
Walter is a versatile music educator specializing in composition, piano, and saxophone instruction. With a Bachelor of Music Performance in Jazz Saxophone from the University of Toronto, Walter offers lessons in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. His teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering creativity and self-expression through music. Walter provides lessons online, in his Toronto studio, and in students' homes, catering to diverse learning preferences and environments.
Piano Saxophone Composition Jazz Improvation
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Jazz Pop Rhythm and Blues
English Mandarin Cantonese
Teaching Philosophy
I always believe that everyone can find an extension of their voices and identity through playing music whether if it is playing a piece or composing. I also think it can open up their eyes to creativity when improvising and make them feel proud that they can call themselves artists!
Musical Education
I have attended the University of Toronto Faculty of Music Graduated with a Bachelors of Music Performance in Jazz Saxophone I have studied with Kelly Jefferson and Tara Davidson
Lessons in your home
Walter is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Toronto, ON
Lessons in a music studio
Walter 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
Walter 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:
Walter 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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