Jack Zhou (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jack is a certified contemporary guitarist who has a Degree in Guitar Performance from Musicians Institute as well as an Advanced Professional Certification in Composition from Berklee College of Music. He is sophisticated in guitar shredding, heavy metal, rock, blues, jazz, neoclassical, songwriting, and music theory. He has also studied under some of the finest virtuosos in the world, such as Dave Martone, Paul Gilbert, Tony MacAlpine, etc. He released his first solo instrumental album Livin’ the Moments in 2018. Jack has been gigging consistently for the past 6 years. Jack is open to teach students of all age groups and skill levels. His rate is $32/half hour.
Jacob Dryden (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Voice) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, , , pop,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday
Jacob is a singer and guitarist, composer and sound engineer. His current band Quickness keeps him busy, and he also does shows as a solo looping artist and owns a recording studio. He has a long list of sound engineering customers including Snoop Dogg and Carly Rae Jepsen. Jacob offers something new to the lesson Centre, with recording, looping and beatboxing in his toolbox of skills. Jacob takes students 6 years old and up and all ability levels. His rate is $30 per half hour.
Jade Wan (Piano, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
B. Mus Ed. (University of Toronto)
Ms. Wan is an accomplished pianist who began her music studies from Douglas College (BC), then completed her B.Mus in Music Education with a minor in Linguistics from University of Toronto. She studied piano under the tutelage of Dr. Barry Barrington, Dr. Leslie Kinton, and Mr. Boris Zarankin. After attaining intermediate performance knowledge of multiple orchestral instruments, she pursued short-term studies in the George Hurst Conducting Course at the Canford School of Music (now Sherborne School of Music) in Dorset UK. Additionally, she participated in the Saarburg International Music Festival in Saarburg, Germany studying chamber music with musicians from around the globe. Ms. Wan also volunteered as the assistant conductor with the Royal Canadian Air Cadets of the 800 Black Forest Squadron. With many years of Teaching experience behind her and various awards and certifications such as RCM Advanced Specialist in both Piano and Theory , she continues, as she has done for over 26 years, to regularly prepare her students for recitals, competitions, and the Royal Conservatory of Music examinations. She’s also a singer/songwriter for the past few years and came out with her first EP Takes a Little Thought. She loves teaching the ukulele and wants to inspire others to enjoy the instrument too.
Jade's rate is $37.00 per half hour.
Jaime Carrasco (Drums) Registration Request
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Jaime Carrasco is a drummer/percussionist/educator, born in Chile, and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Jaime has been drumming since 1985 and has been teaching since 2005 (has been teaching at Long & McQuade since 2010). Jaime has a College Jazz Diploma from Malaspina University-College (now Vancouver Island University) in Nanaimo, BC (1999), and a BFA w/ Honours in Music (major in Jazz Drums, minor in Carnatic (South Indian) classical percussion) from York University in Toronto, Ontario (2002). Jaime has studied with Barry Elmes, Trichy Sankaran, Jim Blackely, Clarence Penn, Alvin Atkinson, John Riley, Eric McPherson, and Quincy Davis.
Aside from freelance work, Jaime is currently involved with several projects, including: Slow Train Home (country); The Leftists (power pop), follow-up album to debut (Demonstrate) will release soon; Claire Therese & The Lockdown (debut album, Villainy was released earlier in 2022, while the follow-up album has just been recorded in 2025) IJG (Impressions Jazz Group), and The Adventures (surf-rock). Jaime welcomes beginners to advanced students of all styles.
Jaime teaches drums at our Winnipeg (Pembina) location. His rate is $32 per half hour.
James DeGeer (Guitar, , Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Sunday
James DeGeer graduated with honours from Mohawk College's Contemporary Music Program. He actively works as a studio musician and performs around the GTA in many groups, playing a wide range of styles. James has been teaching since 2016 and likes to put emphasis on music theory, rhythm, technique and skills for playing with others. James specializes in Jazz fusion, Rock, Metal, Progressive Music, R&B and Brazilian. James's rate is $27.00 per half hour private lesson.
Jamie Moran (Drums, Percussion, Guitar, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Tenor Banjo) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, , , , , ,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Saturday
Jamie Moran has been a performer and educator in various music circles since 2014. A graduate of the MUN School of Music, he has performed with many ensembles including the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra and Scruncheons Percussion Ensemble among others. Jamie is also the percussionist for Cabot Power, and performs with other local artists including The Celtic Fiddlers. Besides percussion, Jamie plays many different instruments including guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bodhran, banjo, drums, and he also sings. Jamie has traveled the province multiple times performing and leading workshops in various capacities. As an educator, Jamie is both a private and substitute music teacher. As an advocate for music, he is a board member with both the Newfoundland and Labrador Band Association and the CFM Local 820. His rate is $28 per half hour lesson.
Janel Jarvis (Piano, Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Janel received her education and training in music, recreation and fitness as well as dance and movement, and has been teaching classes in these intersecting areas for nearly 25 years. She develops and implements music and movement programs for people of all ages: babies and preschoolers, elementary, high school and post secondary and the general community. She understands the importance of putting one’s teaching into practice and is an accomplished performer. Janel is currently the vocalist for a 5 piece jazz ensemble as well as a trio, and accompanies music exams, auditions, and a local church choir.
Her rate is $28 per half hour lesson.
Jasmine Moore (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
Jasmine Moore is a classically trained flautist with experience playing baroque flute, piccolo, clarinet, and saxophone in various ensembles from chamber music to large ensembles throughout Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. She has a Bachelor of Music degree where she studied under Paolo Borolussi and Mark McGregor. She believes in creating a well-rounded musical experience for her students while allowing them to explore and grow within their own musical interests. Her rate is $34 per half hour.
Jeffery Mosher () Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Jeffery has a Bachelors of Arts with a major in music [saxophone] from Dalhousie , University. He played with the back up band to the Platters, Dan Aykroyd and the Blues Brothers, and others. Currently he is front man for the Mellotones and the Metric System. He has taught at Summer Rock, and the Acadia Jazz Camp, as well as privately. His rate for a 1/2 hour private lesson is $30.00.
Jeffrey Black (Piano, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Recently transplanted from Alberta, Jeff Black brings over 15 years of performance experience, and 5+ years of teaching experience in both piano and guitar. With a background in RCM piano and a diploma in Jazz from Edmonton's Grant MacEwan University, Jeff is ready and willing to take students of all ages or experience levels and help them pursue their musical goals. His rate is $33/half hour.
Jennifer Abbott (Piano, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Jennifer Abbott has been an avid member of the music scene for over 35 years, teaching and specializing in piano and keyboard knowledge. She has extensive experience instructing students of all ages and styles of piano, keyboard and ukulele. Jenn has been involved with many workshops, accompanied professional choirs and taught group lessons. Jenn offers and enjoyable and practical approach to learning and welcomes students of all ages and abilities. Jenn especially loves working with young children and beginners. She also teaches beginner clarinet to students 8 years and older.
Her rate is $32 per half hour.
Jennifer Hedican (Violin, Fiddle) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Jennifer completed a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance degree at Sir Wilfred Laurier as well as a course in musical pedagogy, and has been teaching and performing for over 20 years. She teaches RCM and Suzuki Method and plays with the North Bay Symphony orchestra. Jennifer is comfortable teaching classical violin and Celtic fiddle styles. Her rate is $28 per ½ hour lesson.
Jennifer Marlow (Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday
Jennifer's music education (piano) from Dalhousie University opened doors to many great opportunities to work in the music industry, whether it be managing a ‘New Music’ collective, a stage manager for opera, a producer of jazz festivals and more. However, the constant throughout has been teaching piano. The breadth of experience within the music sector has informed her approach to teaching along with years (decades!) of guiding 5 to 85 year olds on her piano bench. Jennifer's aim as a piano teacher is to instill and nurture a love for music, which enriches our lives and those around us. Jennifer's rate is $28 per half hour lesson.
Jeremy Daw (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Composition, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Jeremy graduated Humber College’s Music program in 2002, where he studied under such artists as Mike Downes (Juno Award Winner), Rik Emmett (Triumph), and Lenny Boyd, to name a few. Since then, Jeremy has built a robust portfolio that includes 20 years of teaching music lessons, 100s of gigs in the local music scene, performing on 200+ full length studio albums, performing 1000 concerts while touring 25+ countries. Jeremy also has his own recording studio where he composes music for television, cartoons, and YouTube, as well as records with locals and international artists. Jeremy plays all genres of music. His approach to teaching combines fun, flexibility, skill building, and theory, ensuring a well-rounded and customized learning experience for each student.
Jeremy charges $29 per half hour private lesson.
Jeremy Pink (Guitar) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jeremy is a teacher of guitar and beginner bass who teaches at our lesson centre four days a week. As an encore to his long teaching days, Jeremy plays in a number of local bands in the rock, pop and blues genres. He has a penchant for creating original material for metal bands and his instrumental rock and roll project. Jeremy charges $30.00 per half-hour lesson.
Jeremy Sallie (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Guitar, Guitar, Guitar, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday
Jeremy achieved a Jazz Diploma from Vancouver Island University and a graduate certificate in Film Scoring from Sheridan. His lessons provide a perfect blend of technical prowess and artistic insight. Whether you're a novice eager to strum your first chords or a seasoned player aiming for refinement, Jeremy's tailored approach accommodates all skill levels and styles. Jeremy's rate is $28 per ½ hour lesson.
Jerry Ozipko - Online Lessons Available (Violin, Cello, Brass, Woodwinds) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday
Jerry taught band in a high school setting for over 15 years, and holds a Bachelor of Music as well as a Master of Education degree. Jerry has had a love of teaching for many years and wants to continue passing on his knowledge at Long & McQuade. Primarily Jerry plays violin, clarinet and saxophone but can also teach any band instrument up to a level 2 proficiency. Jerry offers lessons at our Edmonton North location.
Jerry's rate is $29 per half hour.
Jesse McCloy (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday
Jesse is an experienced teacher, performer, and purveyor of all things musical, Jesse has been playing in venues and studios across the world for the last 20 years.
His styles are far ranging, including anything from rock, blues, funk and soul to heavy metal.
Specializing in guitar and ukulele, Jesse believes in maintaining a relaxed and comfortable learning environment suitable for all ages and skill levels. Lesson rate $32 per half hour lesson.
Jessica McLaughlin (Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Jessica is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist specializing in woodwinds. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Performance from the University of Calgary and a Diploma in Music from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Jessica has taught private lessons and coached small ensembles for over 15 years. She prides herself on working with students to customize lessons to their learning style. She currently performs with the Delta Concert Band and a trio specializing in wedding and event entertainment within the Lower Mainland. Having over 35 years experience performing solo and in both large and small ensembles Jessica plays in a variety of styles including classical, jazz, rock and pop. Her goal is to inspire students to play and encourage constant learning. Her rate is $30 per half hour.
Ji Eun Moon (Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday
Ji Eun Moon is a professional composer, pianist, and teacher. She holds a master's degree from Brooklyn College, the City University of New York (CUNY) and a doctorate (DMA) from the University of Georgia in the United States. She is a recipient of the U.S. Arts and Sciences Special Talent Visa (O1visa) and has twice been awarded a scholarship from the Korea-American Scholarship Foundation (KASF). Her composition for string trio was selected and performed at the Korea Chamber Music Composition Festival (2023) at the Seoul Arts Center in South Korea, and her music Croquis was selected and performed at the University of North Georgia Contemporary Music Composition Conference (2022) in the United States. She was recently artist-in-residence at the Wildacres Retreat in North Carolina (2022), USA. She won an international composition competition and workshop organised by the Italian Ministry of Culture in Melbourne, Australia, had her work premiered at ABC Hall, was selected as artist-in-residence by the American Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA), and won the Composers' Forum at the Oregon Bach Festival and the 3rd International Competition for Young Artists organised by IRCAM.
She was selected for the composers' workshop and as a resident artist at the Slovenian International Residency Guest Room Maribor. She has been an assistant professor at the Mongolian International University (MIU). Her piano solo, Watching & Chasing, was included in a special album by Albany Records, USA. As a solo pianist and accompanist, she has performed with prestigious musicians, ensembles and orchestras. She is a member of MusiCon and the Society of Composers of Contemporary Music in Busan, South Korea, and is a member of ASCAP and BMI. She also offers lessons in korean.
