Aaron Dimoff (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Aaron Dimoff has been singing professionally on operatic stages across the country for the last decade. After receiving his Masters in Vocal Performance degree from UWO, he worked as a resident artist for the Calgary Opera company, performing and training with singers, conductors, and directors from around the world. Aaron has since performed on Canada's biggest stages, from the Edmonton Opera company to the Canadian Opera Company in Toronto. An avid teacher when not performing, Aaron enjoys passing on his experience to everyone from absolute beginners, to musicians pursuing a professional career.
His rate is $30.00/half-hour private lesson.
Abigail Elisha (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday
Abigail Elisha, an accomplished and passionate music educator, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the world of vocal and piano instruction. With a lifelong dedication to the art of music, she has cultivated a unique and dynamic approach to teaching that inspires students of all ages. She began her musical journey at a young age, demonstrating an early aptitude for both voice and piano. This innate talent was nurtured through years of formal training and a deep commitment to mastering the intricacies of these two distinct yet interconnected musical realms.
Abigail obtained her Associate Diploma in Music Performance & pedagogy from the Trinity College of Music, London in 2015 and has successfully completed ABRSM levels in Voice, Piano, and Music Theory. Additionally, she’s presently furthering her music education by studying Music Industry Arts and Performance at Centennial College. As a seasoned versatile performer, Abigail has graced numerous stages, with renowned choirs, ensembles and performed as a vocalist, pianist and accompanist.
With a rich performance background, she brings genuine understanding and passion for live musical expression to her teaching. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment, she tailors lessons to meet each student's unique needs, employing a versatile style that combines technical precision with a deep appreciation for the emotional dimensions of music. Beyond proficiency, Abigail instills in students a love for music, encouraging creativity and expressiveness. Through cultivating a lifelong passion for voice and piano, she empowers students for a musical journey beyond the classroom.
Abigail's rate is $31.00 per 30 min lesson.
Adam Sperry (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Praised for his “rich vocals and dynamic palette” (Holly Harris, Opera Canada, Fall 2019), Manitoban tenor Adam Sperry has had the privilege of performing with many companies across Canada. Adam is a recent graduate of the Schulich School of Music with a Master’s of Opera and Voice under the tutelage of John MacMaster. Recent highlights include Sam Kaplan in Weill’s Street Scene with Opera McGill, first prize winner of the Zita bernstein Herman Lieder Competition - adjudicated by Elly Ameling, and tenor soloist in Carmina Burana with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Adam is thrilled to join as a voice and piano instructor at Long & McQuade and will apply his thorough experience in opera, musical theatre, pop, rock and jazz, to a holistic learning experience.
Adam's rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade Ottawa is $29.
Adam Willey (Guitar, Ukulele, Clarinet, Theory, Piano, Voice, Upright Bass, Bass Guitar, Saxophone, Composition, Songwriting, Composition) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Multi-instrumentalist Adam Willey has been an active part of the Canadian music scene for over a decade. His ability to fill a multitude of roles has kept him in demand as supporting musician for many notable Canadian artists on festival stages across North America. He completed his Undergraduate studies at the VCC School of Music, where he received his Bachelor of Music (2021), and has helped hundreds of people set foot on their own musical journey through one-on-one music education. His educational philosophy is simple; There's a music lesson in everything if you're willing to look for it.
His rate is $32 per half hour.
Alexandre Fortin (Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Diplômé de l'Université Laval à la Maîtrise en interprétation Chant Jazz/Pop, il demeure actif en tant qu'interprète dans la région Québec. Il se produit régulièrement en formule duo et en groupe lors d'événements corporatifs. C'est avec ses nombreuses années d'expérience dans le domaine de l'enseignement et de la performance scénique qu'il saura vous guider sur ce fabuleux chemin qu'est celui de l'apprentissage musical.
Alice Guyaz (Voice, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Alice graduated from the Université du Québec à Montréal in 2008 with a Bachelor's degree in music education. Her career has led her to teach singing to people of all ages and levels. She performs regularly as a singer in duo format, including: Quai en fête, Délices d'automne, Quai des Brasseurs, in seniors' residences and for various private events. In 2016, she composed an album of original songs that won her the SOCAN prize awarded by the Festival Western de St-Tite.
Through her singing, saxophone and clarinet lessons, Alice aims to give you the desire to surpass yourself, acquire new knowledge and develop your artistic potential! Online singing and clarinet courses available.
Alisa Anderson - ONLINE ONLY (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Piano) Registration Request
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Alisa is an accomplished musician who is passionate about inspiring music in others. She is a singer, plays multiple instruments, and graduated from Selkirk College’s Music and Technology program in Nelson, BC with a major in guitar performance. She has played all over the country, as a solo jazz performer, and as a vocalist at black tie events fronting a 17 member big band. She has been a blues bassist, a big band pianist, and a funk singer. She has written and recorded for movies, performed as a studio musician and worked as a recording engineer. Alisa is most excited about sharing her knowledge and fostering a lifelong love of music through teaching, and is a very capable and flexible teacher within many styles of music and teaching methods. Alisa's rate for a half hour private lesson is $26.
Anait Koutsouzian (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday
Ph. D (Komitas State Conservatory), RCM Accredited Teacher (Piano, Vocal), Creator and Owner of Childhood Music Program
Anait holds a Ph.D in music from Komitas State Conservatory. She has taught music at TCDSB schools, Montessori private schools as well as other private music schools. Anait has taught piano, vocal and music theory over 28 years. She prepares her students for RCM examinations, for competitions and provides them recording opportunities. Many recital engagements have taken her to major cities in Armenia, Russia, the Middle East, Canada and the U.S.A. She recorded her three albums that have been nominated in Los Angeles at Armenian Music Award. Her music videos in variety of languages and styles can be found on her You Tube account. Anait has been performing in a number of concerts at venues such as Toronto Centre for the Arts, St. Lawrence Concert Hall and University of Montréal. She has also sang as a soloist with the Russian Strings Orchestra in Los Angeles, California. In Canada, Anait’s music has been part of two documentaries, one in 1994 on the Armenian Artists for TV Ontario and one in 2004 for the National Film Board of Canada. Anait loves to share her passion for music with students of all ages and levels with individualized approach.
Anait’s rate is $38.00 per half hour.
Angela Gjurichanin (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Angela is a recent graduate from the University of Western Ontario with a Masters of Music in Performance and Literature (MMus. 22) and holds a Bachelor of Music Honours (BMus. 20) from the University of Saskatchewan. She is a classically trained vocalist and is currently a freelancing opera singer and a voice/piano teacher. Angela has been involved in music since she was 6 years old, from playing the piano to singing Celine Dion, AC/DC, operatic repertoire and more! She is well versed in teaching all musical styles and strives to create a learning environment that is inclusive for all types of learners. Angela wants to share her experience and passion for music, and is able to customize every lesson to meet the needs of her students.
Her rate is $30.00/half-hour private lesson.
Angela Mornadji (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
M. Mus Piano (Kyrgyz National Conservatory)
Born in a theatrical family, since her early years Angela has performed on stage at the Opera House in Kyrgyzstan.
Angela is an experienced teacher offering piano/keyboard, vocal and theory lessons online and in studio. She has prepared students for international exams, festivals, talent shows and competitions. She holds a Masters degree from Kyrgyz National Conservatory and brings over 22 years of teaching experience. Angela is bilingual, conducting lessons in both English and Russian, and focuses on teaching a comprehensive understanding of music, from theory to practical skills. She's particularly adept at identifying and nurturing talent across all levels, from beginners to advanced students of any age.
Angela's rate is $38.00 per half hour.
Aoife Doyle (Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday
Aoife’s musical influence began at an early age in her family home. Being raised in Ireland in a
family with a heavy footing in Irish folk music and contemporary genres, Aoife’s experiences
created an eclectic ear. From Irish sing alongs to artists like The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Billie
Holiday and Bing Crosby, Aoife’s exposure to many styles influenced the musician she is today.
Now as a Mohawk College vocal graduate in Jazz/Contempory music, Aoife has built ten plus
years in her professional career ranging from teaching, songwriting, recording & releasing
music, performing with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra and having a stage at festivals like
Winterfest and Supercrawl. Aoife continues to build her career and finds great joy in teaching
fellow musicians with a shared passion
Aoife's lesson rate is $26/half-hour
Brittany Noonan (Piano, Voice, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Brittany has a wide range of musical experiences under her belt including 20 years of experience in the Royal Conservatory, Grade 10 in Voice, Grade 8 in Piano, and Advanced Rudiments in theory. She is an Alumni of Algoma University for Bachelor of Arts, and Wilfrid Laurier University for Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education. She has privately taught all ages since 2019, in a variety of instruments including ukulele, piano, voice, theory, and music basics for younger students! Brittany makes every lesson fun and exciting, and is looking forward to starting your musical journey. Brittany's rate is $29 per 1/2 hour lesson.
Brittany Smith (Voice, Ukulele, Songwriting) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Brittany has years of experience writing, performing and recording music with numerous bands across a wide range of genres. She has been teaching voice, guitar and songwriting since 2011 and recently added ukulele to her teaching repertoire. Brittany's relaxed voice teaching style blends classical and modern techniques with encouragement and positivity to bring out the best in her students. She works with guitar and uke students on chording, rhythm and accompaniment.
Brittany charges $29 per half hour private lesson.
Brittney Stranges (Piano, Voice, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Saturday
Brittney Stranges is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over 12 years of experience teaching private music lessons, and 6 years of in-classroom experience. She earned her combined Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music and English Language and Literature, followed by her Bachelor of Education in the Junior/Intermediate Division with Music as her teachable subject, both from Brock University. She spent two years teaching music abroad at an academy in Wembley, England. Brittney has performed with various ensembles and choirs from a young age, is a current Brock University’s Wind Ensemble member as an auxiliary percussionist, and frequently performs at local open mic nights. She has been playing piano since she was 7 years old and guitar since she was 15.
Brittney's rate for a half-hour private lesson is $28.00
Caitlin O (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Caitlin is a seasoned musician and educator, having honed her craft at St. Clair College studying Music Theatre Performance. With over 15 years of experience, she has graced stages with bands such as Blue Hazel, Melissa Payne Band, and The Union. As a versatile singer and multi-instrumentalist, Caitlin brings a wealth of expertise to her role as a music teacher, specializing in vocal music and performance as well as beginner piano instruction. Her rate is $28 per 30 min lesson.
Caitlin Toom (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Caitlin is an experienced vocalist, accompanist, composer, and graduate of Vancouver Community College's jazz voice program with a minor in Classical Voice. She has been performing and teaching in Vancouver for over seven years. As a performer, Caitlin has fronted a 13-piece funk band, various jazz combos, as well as solo work. As an instructor, she has taught voice and piano as well as musical theatre performances. Caitlin is adaptable and passionate, specializing in jazz, pop and rock. She welcomes students of all levels, styles and abilities. Her rate is $33/half hour.
Catharine Kemp-Roth (Piano, Voice, Theory, Flute) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday
Teacher Catharine has worked with hundreds of students and looks to help each student with their individual goals. Using interesting pieces, students learn how to read, use their hands correctly, and be artistic. Concepts are mastered in the lessons so that practice at home is review. Above all, the mood is kept light and supportive. Her lesson rate is $27 per half hour.
Charnelle Pennyfeather (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Charnelle is a graduate of the Honour's Theory and COmposition Program at Western University. She is a classically trained vocalist and was previously a chorister, composer, organist and pianist at her church here in London. Charnelle has a passion for musical theatre and has composed original scores for several productions, as well as short films. She was the musical director for King's Players' production of Little Shop of Horrors, and apprenticed with the Musical Theatre on The Thames. Charnelle believes in the power of storytelling in music and encourages her students to find their own unique musical voice. She specializes in classical music, musical theatre and pop styles.
Charnelle's lesson rate is $30.00/half hour private lesson.
Christine Brandt (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Soprano Christine Brandt was born in Kitchener, Ontario. She played the piano for 12 years before she began her studies in vocal performance at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, ON. While there she sang with the Maureen Forrester women’s choir where she had numerous opportunities for solo work. She received her Bachelor of Music in 2016 with a minor in psychology and has recently completed her Master's Degree at Mannes School of Music in New York City. Christine enjoys sharing her passion for music with others through teaching piano and voice lessons. She has worked with younger children to spark their interest in music through a music starters program. She has also worked with children’s choirs in her hometown of Kitchener.
Christine’s private lesson rate is $28 per half-hour lesson.
Christy Vanden (Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Christy Vanden is a guitar, drum and vocal teacher with over 8 years of teaching experience, both privately and at the Long and McQuade Lesson Centre in Courtenay. She is a local musician who has played lead guitar and vocals in numerous bands, toured as a solo act and played in the all-female multi-award nominated group, She Could Be Trouble.
She is currently the co-lead singer and rhythm guitarist for Time Well Wasted, and drummer for Oktiv6. Christy has performed multiple times at Filberg Festival, Nautical Days, The Sid Williams Theatre, Sunfest Country Music Fest, and 2024's Vancouver Island Music Fest.
Christy was nominated in the 2022 Comox Valley Record's “Reader's Choice Awards” under the ‘Best Musician’, ‘Best Performer’ and ‘Best Music Teacher’ categories. She placed 2nd in the category of “Best Musician” in the valley and most recently placed 2nd for 'Best Music Teacher' in the Record's 2024 awards! Her rate is $32 per half hour.
