617 8 Street E
Saskatoon South, Saskatchewan, S7H 0R1

Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (306) 700-2933

Store Phone: (306) 665-9900

Fax: (306) 652-0508

Lesson Centre Email: saskatoonsouthlessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: saskatoonsouth@long-mcquade.com

Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Sunday: CLOSED

This Location Offers:

Online Lessons All Lessons

Private Lessons

Our professional, highly qualified instructors offer both in person and on line video lessons.

Lessons Coordinator

Ludmila Dubceac - coordinator of the music lessons in Saskatoon South

Ludmila Dubceac

Lesson Coordinator
[email protected]

Our Teachers:

Allan McPherson - Voice, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Woodwinds, Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

allan mcpherson (Voice, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Woodwinds, Piano)

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Allan studied music and music education at Mount Allison University and the University of Victoria. He studied clarinet with Jean-Guy Boisvert, David Bourque, Keith MacLeod, and Patricia Kostek. He studied voice with Signi Murgatroyd, and he is currently studying with Garry Gable. Allan teaches flute up to an RCM grade 5 level, and saxophone and oboe up to RCM grade 3. Allan has over five years' experience as a public school teacher in BC and Alberta and a private music teacher in Saskatoon.
Rate: $27 per half hour

Brandon Sikorsky - Guitar, Bass Guitar music lessons in Saskatoon South

brandon sikorsky (Guitar, Bass Guitar)

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A performance artist of many styles, and an accomplished music instructor since 2009, Brandon Sikorsky has been engaging in public, musical expression for nearly 20 years. As a nation-wide touring musician, as well as international recording artist (…and a thoroughly inventive composer), the success of Brandon’s own original music has been featured on MuchMusic, on stage at VANS Warped Tour, the FEEL SUBPAC artist roster and even amidst Jonny Hawkins’ mastered works; frontman of highly-acclaimed rock outfit NOTHING MORE.

The importance of an accommodating, creative space for young individuals to express themselves completely is of utmost priority, and Brandon intends to nurture students, of all ages and skill levels, in their unique pursuit of ability and lasting joy in music. He specializes in pop, rock, and metal genres.

Brandon offers guitar and bass lessons at our Saskatoon South location.
Rate: $26 per half hour lesson.

Brock Nielson - Drums music lessons in Saskatoon South

brock nielson (Drums)

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Brock Neilson has been playing drums since 2009 and teaching since 2018. He is an experienced teacher, performer and songwriter and has played drums for many different groups including Witherfire, Yeoman and November Down. His expertise on the drums extends to rock, funk, soul, rap, country, worship and many other styles of music. His intent as a teacher is to instill a love of music in students and help them to achieve their goals as musicians.

Brock teaches drum lessons in Saskatoon at both our 8th St. and 43rd St. location.
Rate: $26 per half hour

Corina Ursuleac - Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

corina ursuleac (Piano)

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Corina comes from a musical family with her background in music starting through singing at a very young age. She has also been playing since she was very young, progressing through RCH, and continues to work on advanced levels. In addition to teaching, Corina shares her music by playing piano as an accompanist for vocal groups, string groups, playing solo pieces, and volunteering to play at churches. Corina also plays flute and enjoys playing in bands at school and flute quartets at church. Corina began her teaching as a substitute instructor at the 8th St Long and McQuade. She has taught students of various ages and skills, always aiming to provide a positive and comfortable learning experience. Corina teaches piano at our Saskatoon south location.
Rate: $25 per half hour

Elise Kuterbach - Guitar, Ukulele, Voice music lessons in Saskatoon South

elise kuterbach (Guitar, Ukulele, Voice)

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Elise has been playing music for over 20 years, and the guitar for over 12 years. She has also worked in childcare for over 7 years--working in after school programming, summer camps, and in-school mentoring. Her goal is to make practicing fun and inspire students to love music.
Elise is a singer-songwriter and has experience with many styles of guitar--from pop, rock, jazz, funk, folk, country, R&B, and more. She plays both electric and acoustic and has a particular interest in live performing, stage presence, and storytelling.
She is excited to help you grow as a musician!
Elise teaches guitar lessons at our 8th St location.

Rate: $25 per half hour

Graham Tilsley - Guitar, Bass Guitar, Cello, Voice music lessons in Saskatoon South

graham tilsley (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Cello, Voice)

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Graham Tilsley has been studying, exploring, playing, performing, recording and composing music for over 20 years. He graduated from Grant MacEwan University with two diplomas in Recording and Live Sound Engineering, and Upright Bass Performance. All the while, he was part of the jazz band and jazz choir.

Upon graduating, he has been working as a session musician which has taken him around the world, including all over Canada, the U.S., Europe, the UK, and more with many bands/artists and on a number of different instruments.

With 17 years of teaching experience, Graham knows when to follow a curriculum and when to tailor each lesson to the goals of the student (or parent). He teaches electric and acoustic guitar, upright and electric bass, cello, and voice. Graham's objective is to teach music and develop the musician. He incorporates ear training and theory through conversation rather than through tests with right or wrong answers.

Additionally, Graham is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, recording engineer, live sound engineer, producer, guitar and bass tech.

Rate: $28 per half hour

James Kumaran - Drums music lessons in Saskatoon South

james kumaran (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Saturday

James Kumaran’s musical journey began at a young age, studying classical voice, piano and french horn. After playing drums for a high school musical production, James decided to dedicate himself to the instrument and performed with the Saskatoon Youth Jazz Orchestra for its first two years. He was also a key player in his high school jazz band and musical theatre troupe.

Taking his talents to Edmonton, Kumaran began an undergraduate degree in Jazz and Contemporary music at MacEwan University. While a student, he participated in a wide variety of musical opportunities both in and outside of school. These ranged in genre from fusion to rock, metal to reggae, jazz to pop, and many more.

James has formed and led two bands, Midnight Arrival and Noise Pending. As a studio session player, Kumaran played on several albums including “wondering” by Dane Bjornson, and “Burn out” By Lexene. While in his fourth year of his degree, James played for the MacEwan big band, the universities flagship professional ensemble.

Since being back in Saskatoon, Kumaran has been a guest artist with the Saskatoon Brass Band, the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra, and he recently played drums on a special project for the University of Saskatchewan. It’s easy to find James at local music events, public and private and he is excited to share his love of drums with Long & McQuade students.

James teaches drums at our 8th street location. His lesson rate is $26 per half hour.

Jeannette Perault - Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

jeannette perault (Piano)

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Jeannette began studying piano at age 5 and continued until she completed her Grade VIII Royal Conservatory. In her early 20's, she began writing her own songs and performed in many clubs and folk festivals, both as part of a band, and as a solo artist. Jeannette then moved to British Columbia and studied music at Selkirk College in Nelson, BC.

Currently Jeannette plays piano with the Saskatoon Community Jazz Band, and saxophone with the Saskatoon Concert Band. She continues to expand her learning by attending music seminars whenever she has the opportunity.

Jeannette has been teaching all ages of students since the year 2000 and employs an individual approach with each student, including implementing games and activities into the lessons. She is looking forward to sharing her love of music with her students, and believes that music is a universal language bringing all people together in peace and unity. Jeannette teaches piano at our 8th Street location.
Rate: $26 per half hour

Josh Fadipe - Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

josh fadipe (Piano)

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Since the age of 8, Josh has been fascinated by the piano. Josh has played on several occasions in elementary, junior high school music concerts and church. He is fluent a variety of genres ranging from classical to jazz and pop as well. Josh is a highly determined individual adept in creating an exciting and entertaining learning environment.
Rate: $26 per half hour

Jude Leschshyn - Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

jude leschshyn (Piano)

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Jude Leschyshyn (rhymes with “musician”) is happy to offer piano lessons at Long & McQuade. He holds his Bachelor of Music and Certificate in Jazz from the University of Saskatchewan, and his Level 10 Piano from the Royal Conservatory of Music. With a focus on classical piano, Jude’s lessons prioritize musicianship and technical excellence. Bringing years of experience as a teacher, Jude aims to create an open and encouraging environment for students to grow as musicians—to sharpen their skills, to better understand music and history, and to have fun! Jude teaches at our 8th Street location in Saskatoon.
Rate: $27 per half hour

Mina He - Violin music lessons in Saskatoon South

mina he (Violin)

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Mina grew up in a musical family, and learned about music through her grandpa who played yangqin/dulcimer and erhu for more than 50 years. She began playing violin when she was 6 years old, and holds her grade 8 RCM level for violin. She started her musical journey in Saskatoon Strings (SSTR), is currently a member of the Saskatoon Youth Orchestra (SYO), and continues to develop her own musicianship. She has performed countless times as a soloist, in orchestras, and in strings for shows, concerts, and musicals. She enjoys playing violin, and hopes to share what she has learned with others.
Mina teaches violin lessons at our Saskatoon South (8th Street) location.
Her rate is $25 per half hour

Oishik Khan - Drums music lessons in Saskatoon South

oishik khan (Drums)

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Oishik is an ambitious musician being driven solely by his love of music. Growing up in a family of musicians, he has been learning music for almost his entire life. Since 2012 he has been accumulating knowledge from a variety of styles such as Rock, Heavy Metal, Funk, Country, Jazz, and has been putting it into his drums. He has diverse experience professionally recording, song writing, and performing in various bands/groups. Some of these bands include Fake Paradise, Kannon Fauder, LockJaw, and the UofS Jazz Ensemble. Oishiks hope as a teacher, is that his love for music can help nurture students and their growth, in a creative and positive learning environment.
Oishik teaches drum lessons at our Saskatoon south (8th St) location.
Rate: $25 per half hour

Ryan Regier - Guitar music lessons in Saskatoon South

ryan regier (Guitar)

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Ryan is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter with over a decade of performance experience on guitar and drums. He is a guitarist in the Saskatoon band Retrofuturist, acting as one of the primary songwriters. As a member of the group he has recorded music with Taylor Larson who has worked with artists such as Periphery, Veil of Maya, Jason Richardson, Asking Alexandria and more. His primary focus as a musician includes the genres of pop, rock, and metal. Ryan’s teaching philosophy is to provide his students with the tools needed to confidently express themselves on the instrument and find their unique voice. Ryan offers guitar lessons at our Saskatoon South location.
Rate: $26 per half hour

Shabnam Abbasi Nargesi - Violin music lessons in Saskatoon South

shabnam abbasi nargesi (Violin)

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Shabnam Abbasi Nargesi, a prominent young Iranian violinist is renowned for her virtuosity, depth of tone, versatility, and creative vision. She was born in Iran and began playing the violin at the age of 9. Shabnam completed her undergraduate and her first master's studies at the University of Art in Tehran, Iran. Currently, she is pursuing a second master's degree at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, where she continue to follow her passion for music and advance her academic journey.

Shabnam has had the privilege of participating in masterclasses with renowned artists such as Anna Gutowska, Damiana Jourana, Alexandros Halapsis, and others. In Iran, Shabnam competed in various competitions and won first prize at the Concert Prize competition for two consecutive years. She had the honor of performing Lalo's Symphonie Espagnole and Ravel's Tzigane with the Tehran Philharmonic Orchestra. Shabnam continues to perform and collaborate across different artistic mediums. Additionally, she is conducting research in diverse fields, including history and music and the relationship between music and health.

Shabnam teaches violin lessons in Saskatoon at our 8th St. location. Her rate is $26 per half hour.

Wagner Barbosa - Violin, Piano music lessons in Saskatoon South

wagner barbosa (Violin, Piano)

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The Brazilian violinist and pianist, Wagner Barbosa started his music studies playing the violin and the piano. He studied for six years at the Municipal Conservatory of Guarulhos, where he focused on the violin and music theory, and he got his Bachelor of Music in Performance with specialization in violin from the University of São Paulo in 2021. He teaches the violin for kids and adults since 2015 and has played in many different orchestras and ensembles, which got him to know and perform several different styles of music. Currently he is a Master Student from the Department of Music of the University of Saskatchewan, a member of the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra and part of Long & McQuade Lesson Center.
Rate: $26 per half hour