Claude Gagné (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Composition) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday
Claude Gagné holds a Bachelor's degree in guitar from Université de Montréal. For 15 years, he was a professional singer and arranger with the vocal group La Bande Magnétik. With this group he has completed 3 albums, 3 video clips and has presented several hundred shows in Quebec and Europe. He is the winner of a Félix in 1994 for arranger of the year. Claude has also self-produced 4 albums with his own songs and has performed several shows, including one at the Studio théâtre de la Place des Arts in 2012. He has over 25 years of experience teaching guitar, bass, ukulele and songwriting.
Langues parlées: français, anglais
Cody Zevenbergen (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Cody Zevenbergen is a professional musician with a B.F.A. in Jazz Guitar Performance from York University. He grew up in South Bruce Peninsula where he still resides today. He is an enthusiastic member of Owen Sound's music scene, having performed at local festivals such as Summerfolk, OTHERfolk, and Lupercalia. He has knowledge of a wide variety of musical styles including Rock, Pop, Jazz, Country and Blues. He has experience teaching guitar and ukulele to people of all ages and is excited to be teaching at Long & McQuade. Cody's private lesson rate is $27.00/half-hour private lesson.
Damien Roy (Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Theory, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Damien has been teaching music since 1997.He is an author, composer, arranger, musician and music publisher. He studied at the Conservatoire de Saintes, France, and has graduated from The Music Academy International de Nancy (Partner with Berkley Music College). Damien was an Ibanez guitar instructor in France for 13 years and an entry examiner for the Music Academy International de Nancy. Damien has played with a finalist participant of the French version of The Voice, has toured in Europe, Newfoundland and St Pierre with several pop rock bands, performed in rock operas and wrote and performed for A CBC documentary. He teaches guitar (classical to metal!), electric bass, ukulele , theory , song writing , and composition; Damien has also published 5 educational music books ! (Damien donne des leçons en français également). Damien also teaches our Friday Jam Class as well as workshop classes that focus on Groove, Rhythm, Musical genres, Music history, Music Theory, Composition, Musical arrangements and Group Work. Damien's rate is $28 per half hour lesson.
Daniel Rayney (Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Daniel teaches students of all ages in multiple genres including Rock, Blues, Country and Classical guitar technique. He is dedicated to each individual student’s musical development and focuses on theory, technique and performance. Daniel studied at Wilfred Laurier University under Terry McKenna in a Bachelor of Music program for guitar performance. He is a highly proficient performer and has been teaching privately for more than 15 years. Daniel’s rate is $28 per ½ hour lesson.
Daniel Turner (Guitar, , Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday
Daniel Turner is currently completing his Doctorate in Musical Arts in Guitar Performance at the University of Toronto. Although the classical guitar has been his focus for almost a decade, Daniel began playing electric and steel-string acoustic guitar and still enjoys and teaches other styles such as jazz and rock. Teaching for nearly 10 years, Daniel has a flexible approach learned from various pedagogy courses. His lesson rate is $29.00/half-hour private lesson.
Daven Delisle (Guitar, Drums, Ukulele, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
From an early age, Daven has had a real passion for music, which led him to focus his studies in this field. He studied at the Cégep de Trois-Rivières, specializing in pop-jazz guitar. Throughout his musical education, he acquired techniques enabling him to share his knowledge through teaching.
Daven has participated in various shows and has been teaching music since 2017 to people of all ages and styles.
His goal as a music teacher is to accompany each of his students so that they evolve at their own pace and develop their full potential.
David Wilkins (Guitar, Banjo, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Voice, Trumpet) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Friday
David has sung in choirs since his childhood, played trumpet and bass and guitar in local groups and Niagara region and Tillsonburg area, as well as in gospel groups at church. He has been a musician for over 50 years, and teaching music for 37 years.
His half hour rate is $25 per half hour.
Dawson McManus (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Harmonica, Piano, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Dawson has been playing music for 18 years and gigging professionally for 16 years. Dawson studied Jazz Performance at Mohawk College and specializes in rock and roll and blues music. His experiences range from film scoring to songwriting and playing/touring with a number of active bands in the Peterborough area. He has been teaching students of all ages and skill levels since 2005 and his rate is $28 per half hour lesson.
Don Crawford (Guitar, , Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Don is a graduate of the Humber College Music Program and has studied extensively with Peter Harris, Robert Fripp (King Crimson) in West Virginia, U.S., and Howard Roberts, founder of the Guitar Institute of Technology. He has also performed with notable Toronto musicians Rick Gratton, Alex Dean, and Molly Johnson, and is now focused on teaching. A versatile teacher with more than 30 years of experience, Don is patient, easy-going, and injects fun into his lessons to achieve solid results. He inspires his students from his experiences, building solid instrumental technique and a greater understanding and appreciation of music. Don specializes in Rock, Jazz, Classical, Country and Folk styles and their influence in popular music.
His rate is $32 per half hour.
Don Hobson (Guitar, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Don attended the Toronto Guitar Institute and the Humber College music program, and has been teaching at L&M for over 20 years. Don recorded a track for the Shock Records release Return of the Comet CD a with Glen Drover (Megadeth/King Diamond). He has also performed with Phil X (Bon Jovi/The Drills) & Randy Coven (Yngvwie Malmsteen/Mountain). Don has written & arranged with Canadian actor/musician Herbie Barnes ( CBC/CTV/ YPT Artistic Director) featured on APTN. From Metal to Jazz, Don makes music theory fun and easy to understand so it can be applied to any style.
Don’s rate is $31 per half-hour lesson, in person or online (on Thursdays).
Dylan Wallace (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
With a passion for music and over 20 years of experience, Dylan is a dedicated guitar teacher who specializes in helping students of all levels find their musical voice. Whether you're picking up a guitar for the first time or looking to refine your skills, Dylan offers tailored lessons that focus on building technique, understanding theory, and fostering creativity.
From beginner basics to advanced playing, Dylan draws from a diverse range of musical styles, ensuring that each lesson is engaging and suited to the individual needs of every student. With an easygoing approach and a commitment to making music fun, Dylan is here to guide you through every step of your musical journey.
Dylan is $28 per half hour lesson.
Edward Szocinski (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Edward offers experienced, quality instruction and is well regarded as a performing and recorded classical guitarist. He is recognized by the Royal Conservatory of Music for his ability to teach formal curriculum and programs and to educate students enrolled in music programs at university. Edward supports the progression of students of all ages and across all genres. His private lesson rate is $30.00/half-hour.
Eijaz Ladha (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Friday, Saturday
Eijaz received his Bachelor of Music Degree from Vancouver Community College in 2022 as a Jazz/Contemporary Guitar major. He started his musical journey at age 5 on piano and completed Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 6. At age 12, he switched to guitar. He also has the ability to play and teach bass guitar and ukulele. He has performed in numerous local bands across the Lower Mainland area, and he composes his own music under his solo project. While he mainly specializes in genres in the realm of Rock, Metal, and Pop, he is capable of teaching other musical genres such as Jazz and Blues. He specializes in theory and technique and prides himself on his ability to adapt to students’ learning styles and needs. He has experience working with students of all ages and levels. Eijaz is incredibly passionate about sharing his knowledge of music and ensuring that students have a very positive and exciting learning experience. Eijaz's rate is $30.00 per half hour lesson.
Éliakim Trudeau (Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Avec plus de 8 ans d'expérience dans l'enseignement de la musique, Éliakim est un multi-instrumentiste passionné de ces instruments depuis de nombreuses années.
Titulaire d'un diplôme d'études collégiales en musique profil piano jazz-pop du Cégep régional de Lanaudière de Joliette, il a acquis une solide formation académique.
Ses influences musicales sont variées et s'étendent à divers genres que ce soit le classique, le jazz, le rock ou le métal.
En tant que professeur, il sera en mesure d'enseigner à des élèves de tous les âges, de tous les niveaux et de jouer tous les styles musicaux, que ce soit au piano ou à la guitare.
Son objectif est de partager sa passion pour la musique, de les guider dans leur parcours et de les aider à développer leur propre style.
Eric Morrison (Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, jazz, , ,
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
An active member of many unique local bands, he has experience both locally and abroad. Eric has his Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies from Capilano University. He has a passion for a great variety of music; jazz, pop, funk, blues, rock, and even metal. He is a versatile multi-instrumentalist with a desire to inspire and encourage students to enjoy playing music. His rate is $31 per half hour lesson.
Eric Nasheim (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Eric is a passionate guitarist who loves to teach and perform. Having graduated from the Music and Digital Media program at St. Lawrence College in 2013, he is a well-rounded electric guitar, and mandolin player. Eric loves to be able to give back what he has learned so far in a fun and productive learning experience, applying theory and music history to all musical genres. Eric has a true passion for teaching his students of all ages.
Eric charges $28 per half-hour private lesson.
Erik Hamilton - Online Lessons Available (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Erik is a pop, rock and jazz guitarist from Edmonton, Alberta. He has a music diploma with Performance Major from MacEwan University (2015) and has studied with accomplished guitarists Jim Head, Mo Lefever and Jamie Philp. Erik currently plays guitar and bass studio projects, live performances, and has done shows in a variety of venues across western Canada. He is also a song writer and composer. Erik offers guitar, bass, and Ukulele lessons at our Edmonton North location.
Erik's rate is $30 per half hour.
Erland Wenn (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Erland is an experienced and dedicated musician with a diploma in music from VCC. Erland has been teaching guitar and bass for over 25 years. He has an enthusiastic personality and enjoys teaching many different styles of music. Erland can also teach ukulele. As well, he runs our rock band program, showing young musicians how to play as a group. He welcomes students of any age and ability.
His rate is $32 per half hour.
Étienne Fournier (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Etienne Fournier is a passionate guitarist and teacher who started playing guitar at the age of 8. After pursuing music studies, he earned a Techniques diploma in Jazz Performance from Cégep de St-Laurent, a Bachelor's degree in Music – Artistic Practice from UQÀM, and a DESS in Film Scoring from UQÀM. As an artist, he regularly performs on stage with various bands, both in cover performances and original compositions, and masters a wide range of styles from pop and rock to jazz. However, he specializes in metal and shred guitar, where he fully expresses his technical and musical creativity. Alongside his music career, Étienne shares his expertise on social media, where he has accumulated hundreds of thousands of followers across major platforms.
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Étienne Fournier est un guitariste et professeur passionné qui a commencé la guitare à l’âge de 8 ans. Après avoir poursuivi des études en musique, il obtient un diplôme en Techniques d’interprétation jazz du Cégep de St-Laurent, un Baccalauréat en Musique – Pratique artistique de l’UQÀM, puis un DESS en Musique de Film à l’UQÀM. En tant qu’artiste, il se produit régulièrement sur scène avec divers groupes, tant en reprises qu’en composition, et maîtrise une large gamme de styles allant du pop et rock au jazz. Toutefois, il se spécialise dans le métal et la guitare shred, où il exprime pleinement sa créativité technique et musicale. Parallèlement à sa carrière musicale, Étienne partage son expertise sur les médias sociaux, où il cumule plusieurs centaines de milliers d’abonnés sur les principales plateformes.
Filip Vujanovic (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Filip Vujanovic is completing his Bachelors of Music in guitar at the University of Calgary under the tutelage of Ralph Maier. Filip’s music career started in high school by singing and playing guitar in several rock bands. With 9 years of teaching experience, he is committed to bring out the best in his students development and enjoyment of music and guitar. He utilizes a comprehensive approach incorporating guitar technique, music theory, harmony and history with a learning style that is intuitive, fun and adapts to the student in a unique way. Filip transfers his passion for guitar by believing strongly in the transforming effect that music can bring to each student. Filip offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $33 per half hour.
