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Matthew

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Anne

« Perfect! Matthew is an excellent coach. I learn fast but I really appreciate... More »

Anne

« Perfect! Matthew is an excellent coach. I learn fast but I really appreciate his patience to explain basic guitar skills. He follows my pace but also help me set realistic goals to achieve. »

$30^/h

1^st lesson is free!

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Lessons offered by Matthew

Individual

The lessons will be held

at their home
at your home
By webcam

Taught subjects

Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric guitar

Levels

All Levels

Guitar teacher with 10 years of experience helping students of all ages accomplish their personal music goals

Methodology

I approach each student as an individual and I tailor lessons to each student's personal needs. I believe music is best learned when the student is engaged with and enjoying the material. I make sure students can work towards their own goals while providing them with the necessary background and theory to be successful with whatever they wish to pursue. I always endeavor to make my lessons a positive learning experience where students feel free to express themselves and grow musically. My teaching focus is on working with beginner and intermediate players because I believe these are the most important years to form good musical habits and develop confidence in your abilities. The student and I will work together to create practice and study habits that work for them.
A typical lesson will include some music theory appropriate with the student’s level as well as technical instruction, followed by songs selected with input from the student. Theory is most often not the most interesting lesson component for students, which is why I always blend the theory approach with the student’s personal goals. When students are able to see why theory is important and how it contributes to the music they know, they are much more eager to learn. I typically meet with students once per week, and because of this it is extremely valuable in a student’s progress to spend time preparing them for how to practice effectively and efficiently on their own. We will review what makes good practice and what the appropriate next steps are.
I look forward to working with each student and helping them achieve their musical goals.

Background

I have been teaching guitar lessons for five years and tutoring students in other subjects for ten years. I have experience playing acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, piano, trumpet and french horn. I am passionate about music and teaching and I love to inspire confidence in my students.

Rates

Transportation Fee : $5

Rate for online lessons : $ 30/h

Rate for 5 hours of lessons : $140

Rate for 10 hours of lessons : $270

Lessons offered by Matthew

Individual

The lessons will be held

at their home

at your home

webcam

Taught subjects

Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric guitar

Levels

All Levels

Matthew's Resume

RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
University of Ottawa
September 2020 – April 2021
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
• Courses taught: Money and Banking, Introduction à la macroéconomie
• Helped students with course material in office hours and forums
• Prepared and graded assignment and exam materials

Private Guitar Instructor, Waterloo & Ottawa, ON September 2012 – Present
Guitar Instructor
• Created personalized modern lesson plans for all students
• Developed teaching materials for students
• Aided students in fostering good practice habits for meaningful individual progress

Community Music School, Waterloo, ON January 2015 – April 2016
Guitar Instructor
• Taught beginner, intermediate, and advanced students the techniques and theory of guitar
• Participated in and led community music workshops

Frontier College, Waterloo, ON September 2014 – December 2015
Organizational Team Lead (September 2015 – December 2015)
• Instructed and supervised volunteers and learners in the reading program at the Waterloo Public Library
• Interviewed and screened volunteers
Tutor (September 2014 - April 2015)
• Tutored students in the Newcomer Homework Program and the Refugee Youth Homework Program

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Sunbelt Business Brokers
October 2019 – April 2021
Business Analyst
• Worked closely with clients to value, position, and market their businesses to maximize sale price and reduce time on the market
• Created and updated financial and business models for SMEs to provide more accurate valuations
• Developed marketing packages and business plans for clients, buyers, and lenders while facilitating transactions and financing

Work Wellness, Etobicoke, ON January 2012 – September 2013; September 2017 – December 2018
Operations Coordinator
• Developed system to account for financial transactions
• Maintained relationships with staff and clients
• Optimized internal file management system

Golder Associates, London, ON May 2014 – August 2014
Archaeological Field Technician
• Carried out stage four archaeological surveys and excavations
• Provided technical services in both field and office settings
• Worked effectively in a large team environment

PERSONAL STRENGTHS
• Passionate about music and teaching
• 10+ years of guitar experience (with additional experience in bass guitar, piano, trumpet, and French horn)
• Experienced in teaching students of all ages
• Comfortable with conversational and written French
• Detail-oriented with strong mathematics and analytical skills

EDUCATION
University of Ottawa September 2020 – August 2021
• Master's of Arts in Economics

University of Waterloo September 2012 – June 2019
• Bachelor's of Arts in Honours Economics

Reviews on Matthew

5/5

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Anne

Perfect! Matthew is an excellent coach. I learn fast but I really appreciate his patience to explain basic guitar skills. He follows my pace but also help me set realistic goals to achieve.

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