Rachel | Teacher #3443
About Rachel
Rachel, a skilled clarinet and music theory teacher, offers joyful and inclusive lessons for children, focusing on sparking curiosity and cultivating creativity. With 14 years of musical education, including Grade 8 with Merit, Rachel emphasizes understanding each student's unique learning style and interests. Fluent in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin, Rachel fosters parental involvement and collaboration. Her experience as a volunteer music teacher in Myanmar enhances her global perspective on music education. Rachel provides in-home and online lessons, promoting a supportive environment for children's musical growth. Book an interview now.
Clarinet Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Country Pop Blues Broadway Musicals Christian Rhythm and Blues
English Mandarin Cantonese
Teaching Philosophy
When teaching music to children, my philosophy revolves around creating a joyful and inclusive learning environment that sparks their curiosity, cultivates their creativity, and instils a lifelong love for music. Every child has unique learning styles, strengths, and interests. I strive to understand each child's personality, musical preferences, and goals to tailor my teaching approach accordingly. Besides, I believe in the power of positive reinforcement to build children's confidence and self-esteem. I provide encouragement, praise their efforts, and celebrate their achievements, no matter how small. Recognizing the vital role of parents and guardians in a child's musical development, I encourage parental involvement and collaboration. I provide resources, guidance, and regular communication to keep parents informed about their child's progress, and I offer suggestions for reinforcing learning at home. By fostering a strong partnership with parents, we can create a cohesive support system that nurtures the child's musical growth.
Musical Education
I embarked on my musical education journey 14 years ago with a deep passion for the clarinet. By successfully earning Grade 8 with Merit, I have demonstrated not only a high level of technical proficiency but also a deep understanding of musical interpretation and performance.
Awards and Distinctions
Clarinet Solo - First (63rd Hong Kong Schools Music Festival)
Special Skills and Trainings
My experience as a volunteer music teacher in Myanmar makes me truly special as an educator. It has broadened my perspective on music education. I have witnessed the transformative power of music in a different cultural context and gained insights into the universal language of music. This global perspective allows me to inspire my students with a broader understanding of music's impact and connect them to a global community of musicians.
Lessons in your home
Rachel is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- North York, ON
Lessons on an online platform
Rachel 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:
Rachel 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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