620A Comox Road
Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R 3J3
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (250) 716-7291
Store Phone: (250) 716-7261
Fax: (250) 716-7292
Lesson Centre Email: nanaimolessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: nanaimo@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 1:00pm - 9:00pmTuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Our Teachers:
anatol mcginnis (Violin, Cello, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Guitar, Upright Bass)
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Anatol studied Jazz Performance at VIU. He’s played in many ensembles covering a wealth of genres, from classical, latin, jazz, country, rockabilly, to celtic, and rock. He is a multi-instrumentalist teaching violin, cello, bass, banjo and guitar and plays in Bossa Loca, Kiltlifters, Hub City Hooligans, Kings Without, Myc Sharrat, Karuna, Musica Vagaboundo, the Calgary Chamber Orchestra, and the Nanaimo Dance Salon Orchestra among many other groups.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
arvon brunt (Voice, Piano)
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Teaching Style: musical
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Arvon studied at VIU and has performed throughout the Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo, and her work was behind the musical success of the Nanaimo Theatre Group’s productions of Godspell and Cabaret. Arvon is brimming with enthusiasm for teaching and she brings out the very best in those who work with her.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.
ben darwin (Drums, Drums)
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Teaching Style: jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Ben studied at VIU and received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz. Accepting all skill levels from beginner to advanced, Ben teaches skills and techniques that are both enjoyable and fulfilling in a variety of different styles. His rate is $28 per half hour.
brad shipley (Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Banjo, Guitar)
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Teaching Style: jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Brad has a Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies from VIU and enjoys teaching music to all ages. he has been performing since 1998 in many different styles and genres. He believes music is in everyone and that you are never too old to learn.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
dave sayers (Drums)
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Teaching Day(s): Monday
Studying at MacEwan University, Dave has developed a reputation for his ability to get the most out of his students and has achieved great success with students previously labeled as unteachable or disinterested. Working under the guiding principle that everyone is inherently musically talented, he provides a positive and confidence promoting environment for all students.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
jake chisholm (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Voice)
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Teaching Style: rock, pop
Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday
Jake has recently come to Nanaimo from Toronto where he has been a successful and popular performer since the late 90s. His band Jake and the Blue Midnights could be heard at many popular venues and festivals. Since then he has had a great solo career and is still an in-demand performer and sideman. He started teaching in 2002 and has enjoyed imparting his professional knowledge to students of all levels. He teaches guitar, bass, singing, and band musicianship. His rate is $29 per half hour.
james darling (Piano, Piano)
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Teaching Style: jazz, classical
Teaching Day(s): Sunday
James has a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy and Steve Smith. He spent a decade working on cruise ships in lounge bands and showbands and most recently James was the keyboardist for the high energy dance band, Johnny Inappropriate, the pianist in the NMA big band led by Bryan Stovell and played keyboards in the Chemainus Theatre’s production of Rock Legends.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
janelle vergara (Piano, Theory)
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Teaching Style: classical
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Janelle has played piano since the late 90s and has her ARCT in Piano Performance as well as BCMA in Piano Pedagogy. She believes that music is the key to beauty in all aspects of life and is excited to share her love for music and piano with everyone.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.
jesse marshall (Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele, Theory, Guitar)
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Teaching Style: jazz, classical, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jesse is an enthusiastic teacher and enjoys working with students of all ages and abilities. It is his goal to instill a life-long love of music in his students and help them enjoy the process of learning as much as possible. Jesse holds a Master of Music from the University of Toronto, as well as an ARCT in Guitar Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
kosma busheikin (Guitar, Piano, Upright Bass, Bass Guitar)
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Teaching Style: jazz, jazz
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
After starting his musical journey performing at small local events, Kosma received his Bachelor of Music in Jazz from VIU. He has been teaching since 2016 and has performed at prestigious venues such as The Port Theatre, Hermann's Jazz Club and Frankie's Jazz Club.He enjoys teaching all skill and age levels. His rate is $28 per half hour.
larry miller (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone)
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Larry (BFA, BEd, MMUS) has produced several CD recordings including Freya’s Song (1997), Storm Head (1999), Instance (2006) and taught saxophone for 10 years at VIU and has been teaching large groups and individual lessons since the early 1990s. In addition to freelance work on cruise ships, big bands, and rock groups, Larry has performed in numerous musicals over the years on a variety of woodwinds.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
leon durupt (Piano, Theory, Piano)
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Teaching Style: classical, jazz
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Leon Durupt, a seasoned musician with decades of experience, offers piano, keyboard, songwriting, and basic recording lessons. Having taught since the 80s and having spent 27 years in China as a musician, musical director, and owner of the successful live music venue Terrace Shenzhen, Leon imparts valuable knowledge in technique, arrangement, stage performance, and sound. His rate is $29 per half hour.
marty brough (Guitar, Ukulele, Guitar)
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Teaching Style: classical, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Marty received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU, where he also studied classical guitar. His goal is to create an enjoyable environment for students of all ages and playing levels, tailoring lessons to the individual’s musical ambitions and the ways in which they learn.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
paul sadlemyer (Violin, Mandolin)
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Paul Sadlemyer is a violin and mandolin teacher who studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Nanaimo and is one of the few violinists to earn his Bachelor Degree in Jazz Studies from Vancouver Island University. Paul has been an active member of the local music scene throughout his musical career, sharing the stage with artists such as Delfeayo Marsalis, Rufus Reid, and Ari Hoenig. Paul is highly passionate about the study of the violin and looks forward to cultivating this passion with his students.
His lesson rate is $28 per half hour.
phil wipper (Drums)
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Phil has been performing and teaching drums professionally since the mid 80s. Whether students are just starting out, playing for fun, or want to further advance their craft, Phil always tries to emphasize a broad overview of drumming concepts, techniques and styles; as well as give his students the knowledge and advice needed to further apply those skills professionally or otherwise. Phil currently works with award-winning and three-time June-nominated children’s performers The Kerplunks, as well as the ever popular local-favourites, Johnny Inappropriate and Wunderbread.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
teighan couch (Piano, Voice)
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Teaching Style: jazz
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Originally from Ottawa, ON, Teighan moved to Nanaimo with dreams of becoming a vocalist with inspiration from her favourite jazz artists Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson. With a Bachelor of Music at Vancouver Island University she has taken a keen interest in jazz studies and vocal improvisation. She can be seen performing locally at venues like the Port Theatre, the Vault Cafe and the Flying Canoe. She is excited to share her ardent knowledge of music and voice with students of all levels. Her rate is $28 per half hour.