1557 Lyon St S
Prince George, British Columbia, V2N 1T3

Lesson Centre: Phone or Text 250-563-0692

Store Phone: (250) 563-0691

Fax: (250) 563-0671

Lesson Centre Email: princegeorgelessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: princegeorge@long-mcquade.com

Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED

Lessons Coordinator

Katelyn Crook - coordinator of the music lessons in Prince George

Katelyn Crook

LESSONS COORDINATOR
[email protected]
250-563-0692

Our Teachers:

Brandon Wakaluk - Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele music lessons in Prince George

brandon wakaluk (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Brandon has 14 years experience as a multi-instrumental musician specializing in string instruments and music theory. Influenced by Rock, Blues, Grunge and Metal, Brandon has a unique approach to understanding and simplifying music theory concepts for any age to learn with ease. Guitar lessons with Brandon will provide students with the knowledge needed to understand and play the instrument with more wisdom and confidence after each lesson!
Brandon's rate is $26 per half hour lesson.

Caleb Parker - Drums music lessons in Prince George

caleb parker (Drums)

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Teaching Style: metal

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday

Caleb began playing drums in his early teens, primarily self taught. He has since learned more tricks and techniques to improve his playing, and enjoys sharing that knowledge with students just beginning to learn as well as those looking to improve their own playing and technique. His skills and knowledge are heavily rooted in Rock and Metal, including many subgenres. Caleb's rate is $24 per half hour lesson.

George Bissonnette - Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Theory music lessons in Prince George

george bissonnette (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

George earned a Diploma from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, with a Major in Classical Guitar. He also studied Music History and Theory. He enjoys teaching in both group and individual settings and enjoys working with students of all ages. He teaches Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele and Theory. George's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

John Burke - Drums music lessons in Prince George

john burke (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

John started his musical journey starting with lessons (Theory/Practical) at 12. This led to playing with local cover bands, youth groups, and teaching at Scandia Music. His natural sense of rhythm and love of ALL music has rewarded him with many live performance opportunities, including a 3-year gig with an original Vancouver artist who played all over Vancouver. John is dedicated to all things musical and live performance. He is an active free lance drummer, with sound engineering skills and basic bass guitar capabilities. John's lesson rate is $25 per half hour lesson.

Karl Andersen - Piano, Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Theory music lessons in Prince George

karl andersen (Piano, Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Theory)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Karl earned his ARCT in Piano Performance in 1991, and has been teaching since 1994. He studied at the University of Victoria and received his Bachelor's and Master's of Music degrees, and is a member of the Registered Music Teachers Association for BC. He teaches Piano, Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, and Theory. Karl's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Kurtis Lewandowski - Trumpet music lessons in Prince George

kurtis lewandowski (Trumpet)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Kurtis began playing trumpet at 6 years old and grew up classically trained, completing his Level 8 RCM with Honours at 13 years old. He has a variety of brass, jazz, and orchestral band experience and seeks to share the enjoyment of making music while focusing on the growth and improvement of the musician.
Kurtis' rate is $25 per half hour lesson.

Rowan Massad - Piano music lessons in Prince George

rowan massad (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

Rowan has been playing piano since he was 7 years old and has since climbed through RCM until he graduated Level 8 with First Class Honours. Rowan continues to try and improve and wants to help others do the same. He is most familiar with classical music, but enjoys playing and teaching jazz as well as other genres of music. Rowan's rate is $25 per half hour lesson.

Ruth Peterson - Piano, Theory music lessons in Prince George

ruth peterson (Piano, Theory)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Ruth began teaching music at the age of 18, and studied at the University of Concordia. She has taught for many years in Alberta, Saskatchewan and BC, has participated in multiple Kiwanis Festivals, and has earned her Grade 9 in Royal Conservatory, as well as completed courses in Establishing Strong Foundations for Young Pianists with The Frances Clark Center, and Royal Conservatory's Teaching Elementary Piano. She has taught music story time groups and loves making her lessons fun and engaging. She is fluent in French and English. Ruth's rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Susie Bigler - Voice music lessons in Prince George

susie bigler (Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Susie’s love for music began at an early age, but she truly started honing her skills by her early teens. In 2017, with the Bel Canto choir she performed with the band Foreigner for 2000+ people at CN Centre; this experience solidified her love for music and the need to pursue music full time. Susie graduated from Selkirk College’s Contemporary Music and Technology program with a diploma in songwriting in 2021. Susie loves connecting with her audience through her lyrics and unique sound and she hopes to bring the same peace and tranquility to her audience that music brings to her. Susie's rate is $24 per half hour lesson.

Wylie Watson - Drums music lessons in Prince George

wylie watson (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

Wylie started playing drums at 16 and has since used a variety of techniques to learn whatever he fancied! This led to him experiencing a wide array of genres and subgenres, but he specializes in anything with weird time signatures and a funky groove. Wylie's experiences lends him well whether you're looking to learn the basics or hone your existing skill. Wylie's rate is $25 per half hour lesson.