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"I worked with Mr. May from Grade 8 to ARCT, and he was the best teacher I could possibly have asked for. He brought an enthusiasm and an intimate understanding of music that stuck with me through my time at UBC Music, and to this day; and his passion continues to inform my own work with sacred music. I have many fond memories of listening intently to archival recordings for interpretive ideas, honing in on one measure of Chopin or Mozart for half an hour and doing theory practice exams early in the morning before our lessons. Mr. May is an enormously supportive and inspirational teacher, who kindles a real love of the joy of music, and I could not recommend him enough" -Isaac Howie
"Both my daughters studied piano for years, with Patrick May. Working with them as teenagers to young adults, he has been a gift of a music teacher: even more than teaching piano technique and theory, he inspires a love of music. Patrick is one of the kindest persons I know, is a wonderful leader in the music community, serving as President of Board of Directors, of the Vancouver Chopin Society, and we have been so grateful for his tutelage."
- Liana Leung, parent
"Mr. May has been a tremendous blessing to our family. He has taught three of my children over the years, and we are so grateful for his gifted, wise, and patient instruction. Under his guidance, my eldest son successfully earned his ARCT Piano Performance Diploma through the Royal Conservatory of Music, and each of my sons grew not only as musicians but also in confidence and character. Mr. May's genuine care for his students and dedication to their growth make him an exceptional teacher. We wholeheartedly recommend him. " - Stephanie Olson, parent
"Patrick is a patient and caring teacher who taught me for 10 years. He knew how to motivate me as a child, and as I progressed, he always prepared me for recitals and RCM exams in a calm and steady way. He led me to love music and I thank Patrick, as a person, teacher, and musician for where I am today as a professional musician. I couldn't recommend him more highly."Â
-Lara Wong
"Truthfully, if it weren’t for Mr. Patrick, I wouldn’t be playing piano today. After the pandemic, I was deprived of my initial teacher, and my interest in the instrument plummeted. However, before completely giving up on piano, I was presented the opportunity to learn under Mr. Patrick. He is elaborate, and not afraid to explain the how and why behind musical concepts. He was always by my side to help me learn songs and understand scores, and his patience provided a safe space for me to learn comfortably. I am overwhelmingly grateful to have Mr. Patrick as my piano teacher and the man who reignited my interest in music. "
- Ayden Phung
"Patrick has been teaching my son since he was six years old. When we first started, our goal was simply to introduce him to music without the pressure of formal exams and Patrick was incredibly accommodating and patient. As my son grew older and decided to take piano more seriously, Patrick seamlessly shifted gears, helping him build strong technical skills relatively quickly. Today, my son is playing at a Level 9 level! Beyond the technical progress, Patrick’s encouragement has been life-changing. My son went from being too shy to perform on stage to a confident young man who actively performs in Chopin marathons, community events, and competitions. Piano and music are now central parts of his life, and it all began with Patrick’s supportive, patient guidance. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough!" - Mary Wong, parent
