Yu-Ting Stevia | Teacher #1403
About Yu-Ting Stevia
Yu-Ting Stevia is a distinguished piano teacher, providing lessons to students of all ages, from children to adults. With her teaching studio located in Burnaby, she offers lessons online, in her studio, or in the comfort of your home. Yu-Ting has a rich educational background with degrees from McGill University and National Taiwan Normal University. She specializes in integrating piano skills with music theory, ensuring her students not only play beautifully but also understand the intricacies of music. Yu-Ting is fluent in English and Mandarin, making her accessible to a diverse range of students. Whether you're preparing for exams, auditions, or simply wish to learn for enjoyment, Yu-Ting Stevia's expertise will guide you on your musical journey.
Piano Ear Training Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege RCM Music Theory (Advanced)
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Pop Broadway Musicals Baroque
English Mandarin
Teaching Philosophy
With fifteen years of dedicated experience teaching piano both in schools and private settings, I have fostered a deep understanding of students across various age groups, from children to teenagers and adults. My educational background from the Normal University in Taiwan has equipped me with a professional approach that resonates with both students and parents alike. Having worked extensively in junior and high schools, I've honed my expertise in selecting repertoire that goes beyond mere notes and hand movements, emphasizing the artistic essence of music. I draw from a blend of the Russian School Piano Pedagogy and French Classic in Montreal, which emphasizes both score-reading and precise hand positioning for piano playing. This technique, rooted in Chopin's tradition, seamlessly integrates with the music, ensuring that students' technical growth is in harmony with musical expression. In my teaching philosophy, piano skills and music theory are interwoven. I prioritize piano skills and develop music theory concepts around them, allowing students to grasp the practicality of theory through their piano practice. This approach ensures a holistic understanding of both aspects of music education. For those seeking to prepare for exams, auditions, or competitions, I am more than willing to provide focused guidance tailored to your needs. It's my pleasure to share my passion for piano with you and to assist in your musical journey.
Musical Education
McGill University - Master of Music McGill University - Artist Diplpoma National Taiwan Normal University - Bachelor of Music
Awards and Distinctions
Memberships: Piano Teachers List Basic Membership Canadian Federal of Music Teachers Associations Membership (2018-) British Columbia Registered Music Teachers' Association Membership (2019-) Quebec Music Teacher's Association Active Membership (2018-2019) Piano Teachers Federation Membership International Steinway & Sons Teacher Directory (http://teacher.steinway.com/listing/yu-tings-piano-studio.html) Alliance Membership of West Vancouver Community Arts Counci Canadian Chopin Society Supporting Membership (2018-2019) Young Artist Program of the Steinway Society of British Columbia (2017-2019) Golden Key International Honour Society Lifetime Membership, Chapter at McGill University Chinese Music Teachers’ Association of Canada (2012-2016) Prizes: 2011 Finalist, McGill Piano Concerto Competition (Montreal, Canada) 2002 Second Prize, The Piano Concerto Competition of National Taiwan Normal University (Taipei, Taiwan) 1994 Second Prize , The International Kawai Piano Competition for Young Pianists (Kaoshung, Taiwan)
Special Skills and Trainings
Certificates: British Columbia Registered Music Teachers' Association (2019-) Quebec Music Teacher's Association (2018-2019) Elementary and Intermediate Piano Specialist (RCM Teacher Certification Program, 2018) Level 10 Piano: First Class Honour with Distinction (RCM, 2017) History and Theory: Level 10 - First Class Honour (RCM, 2017) History and Theory: Basic - First Class Honour with Distinction (RCM, 2016) Advanced Rudiments: First Class Honour with Distinction (RCM, 2013) TCMS Young Artist Certificate (Taiwan Classical Music Society, 2010) Teacher’s Certificate for Secondary School (Taiwan, 2007) Student Teacher’s Certificate (Taipei, Taiwan, 2006)
Lessons in your home
Yu-Ting Stevia is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Burnaby, BC
- Coquitlam, BC
- New Westminster, BC
- North Vancouver, BC
- Port Coquitlam, BC
- Vancouver, BC
Lessons in a music studio
Yu-Ting Stevia 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
Yu-Ting Stevia 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:
Yu-Ting Stevia 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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