Marco Castillo (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Percussion, Drums, Theory) Registration Request
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Marco Castillo was born in the capital of Samba, and after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music at Estácio de Sá University in Rio de Janeiro in 1994, he instantly began touring South America with Brazil’s hottest bands; since moving to Canada, Marco has performed in festivals around the globe, and has recorded and produced many musical projects. Whether it’s his work as a solo artist, his full 8 piece "Brazilian Beats" band, or collaborations with the Winnipeg Jazz and Symphony Orchestras and Ron Paley’s Big Band, Castillo brings a one of a kind show. Castillo’s much appraised Trip to Brazil, (one of his three albums), was awarded World Recording of the Year (2012) in Regina as part of the Western Canadian Music Awards. Marco Castillo was also a finalist for the 2015 Viña del Mar music festival in Chile, one of the most important music festivals in Latin America, which is broadcasted and seen by over 250,000,000 fans around the world. Castillo believes in developing a personalized teaching method for each student since every individual learns differently. Marco specializes in a number of different teaching styles including rock, jazz, pop, country, as well as Latin rhythms such as samba, bossa-nova, bolero, salsa, Afro Cuban and more!
Marco teaches guitar, bass, Brazilian percussion, music perception, and music theory at our Winnipeg (Pembina) location.
His rate is $33 per half hour.
Maria Cara (Voice, Piano, Theory, Songwriting, Ukulele, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Sunday
With over 30 years of performance experience and a deep-rooted passion for music, Maria is a seasoned music teacher dedicated to nurturing and developing musical talent. Self-taught and mentored by industry experts, Maria has composed over 100 original songs and secured first place in a prestigious singing contest. Her teaching philosophy focuses on playing from the heart, building on individual strengths, and creating a collaborative learning experience tailored to each student's unique style. Maria’s extensive volunteer work in elementary schools, churches, and fundraisers underscores her compassionate approach to music education. All ages welcome.
She teaches a variety of genres, including Pop, Musicals, Rock, Alternative, Motown, Country, Opera, and more.
Maria's rate is $30 per half hour.
Maria Goobar (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Maria graduated from the Buenos Aires Conservatory of Music where she also got a degree as a Choir and Orchestra Conductor. She has won awards both as a singer and as a choir director. Since 1998 she’s enjoyed teaching students of all levels the proper technique to sing pop, rock and classical music and her rate is $28 per half hour.
Maria Masucci (Voice, Piano) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Maria Masucci a complété un baccalauréat en musique à l’Université de Concordia et détient également un certificat en interprétation. Elle a fait partie de la Société opératique de l’ouest de Montréal et elle a chanté plusieurs fois au festival de la Semaine italienne de Montréal. Ayant accumulé beaucoup d’expérience dans les événements corporatifs, Maria excelle dans plusieurs styles tels que le pop et le rock. Depuis 1996, elle enseigne dans différents conservatoires et studios.
Maria Masucci holds a bachelor’s degree in music from Concordia University and a performance certificate. She was a part of the Montreal West-End Operatif Society and performed many times at the Montreal’s Italian Week festival. Since Maria has a lot of experience as a performer in corporative events, she masters many styles of music such as pop and rock. She has been teaching in many conservatories and studios since 1996.
Maria Mondiru (Violin) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Maria began playing music at the age of five and was taken under the wing of her violinist aunt for more than five years. She was the first prize winner at the Festival Jeunes Talents in Saint-Lambert for three consecutive years from 2005 to 2007 as well as recipient of the Certificate of Honor and the Coup de Coeur Diploma. She studied at the Conservatoire de Musique de Montréal for four years, where she had the opportunity to be a member of the Junior String Orchestra of the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal. She was notably part of the Orchestre à cordes Junior de la Montérégie (AOJM), the Orchestre Philharmonie jeunesse de Montréal, the Orchestre de chambre du cégep de Saint-Laurent and the Orchestre Symphonique des jeunes de Montréal. In 2019, she obtained her Double DEC in Humanities and Music. She is currently starting her first year of the Master of Music program in Violin Performance at the University of Montreal. Maria loves music in all its forms. Patient and communicative, she adapts to each student and seeks to make learning the violin enjoyable and fun, while keeping goals in mind.
Langues parlées : français, anglais
Marianne Patou (Voice) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
From an early age, Marianne has been immersed in music through piano, harmony, and choir classes. But it was when she decided to pursue her career in singing that she went to study at Saint-Laurent College where she obtained her DEC in Professional Technique of Music and Songs in jazz. She also graduated from UQAM with a Bachelor diploma in Artistic Practice in pop music. Marianne can help you achieve your goals regardless of your age, your level, and the style you are interested in.
Marie Avery (Voice, Songwriting) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday
Marie has her Grade 10 RCM in voice, and has been songwriting, performing and recording for over 15 years, and has been teaching for the past 8 years. Marie works with students interested in performing (and writing) in popular styles, as well as those preparing classical repertoire for RCM exams or auditions. She studied piano and voice at Nipissing University and Prairie College.
Her rate is $30 per half hour lesson.
Mariette Stephenson (Guitar, Theory) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, ,
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mariette Stephenson holds a Bachelor of Music degree in guitar performance from McMaster University. She received her ARCT from the Royal Conservatory of Music and also a Master of Music degree from the University of Toronto. She teaches guitar to students of all ages, and also offers theory lessons. Mariette's rate is $30.00 per half-hour lesson.
Mark Hildebrand (Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday
Mark discovered guitar at the age of 14. He plays acoustic, electric, lap steel, mandolin, ukulele, bass and bandurria. He has been teaching all ages how to enjoy these instruments for over 30 years. As a young man, he won the Royal Conservatory’s silver medal of Canada in classical guitar. Mark has continued by composing new finger-style works that showcase this training. Mark has always admired artists like Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughan, and old masters like Robert Johnson and Son House. That passion led to a nomination for a Covenant award by the Canadian Gospel Music Association for Best Blues Song, 'Waiting For the Resurrection'.
His rate is $28 per half hour.
Mark Wylie (Guitar, Ukulele, Songwriting, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Mark is a ‘jack of all trades’ - multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and educator. Mark is a versatile guitarist who has been releasing and performing music as a solo artist and as a band leader of a progressive metal band. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Mark is passionate about teaching his students to discover the joy of music. His pedagogy consists of learning & analyzing popular repertoire, building strong technique fundamentals and developing students' musical vocabulary.
Mark’s rate is $32 per half hour lesson, in person or online.
Mathis Fournier (Guitar, Ukulele, Pre-School) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday
Born into a musical family, Mathis Fournier began his musical career in earnest independently at the age of 12. During his high school years, he never ceases to surprised his peers, and took part in numerous concerts as a solo guitarist. solo guitarist. He
performed many solos by his favorite guitarists of the moment, such as Jimmy Page, Brian May and Eddie Van Halen. One day, Mathis sets himself the goal of knowing know everything there is to know about the guitar by studying music at CEGEP.
In the fall of 2020, he officially enrolled at Cégep de Sainte-Foy in jazz guitar. two years later in the spring of 2022.
In the fall of 2022, he enrolled at Université Laval in music education, and in his during his first year of study, he discovered a strong interest in music education and guitar teaching guitar.
At the same time as his studies, he joined The Gambling Lines, a group made up mainly of musician and poet friends from his region.
Thanks to his ability to listen and adapt, and a promising start to his career, Mathis will be able to guide you in your learning in a fun and dynamic way.
Matt Baetz (Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Matt studied audio engineering at the Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology and has been the owner of Longshot Records recording studio since 1997. As recording engineer/producer he has worked with many local and international artists in a wide variety of styles to produce albums, videos, and voice-overs for film. He also appears regularly as a guitarist for a variety of artists, performing at local and international venues. Matt has been teaching both electric and acoustic guitar for over 15 years, specializing in pop, rock, country and folk music.
Matt charges $28 per half hour private lesson.
Matt Dunlop (Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Matt is a honours graduate of the Mohawk College Applied Music Program. Matt has been teaching beginner to advanced guitar for over 10 years, and teaches all styles. He performs regularly as part of The Dunlop Brothers, and has recently released a full length album.
His rate is $30 per half hour lesson.
Matt Lekivetz (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Matt Lekivetz has been teaching full time for over 10 years and has been an active musician in the country since 2004. He was nominated for a Saskatchewan Music Award for The Best Heavy Metal Album with his current band, Dream Creeps. Teaching is a passion of Matt’s. He enjoys the art of it and sharing his love of music with his students. He is trained in and has studied several aspects of music. His lessons involve a mixture of all styles. The students’ personal inspiration and goals will determine the lesson path they will take to have fun playing the music they enjoy. He teaches beginners as well as advanced students. Matt teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina store. His rate is $28 per half-hour.
Matthew Bray (Drums) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock,
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Having played music since high school, Matthew is well versed in drum theory and techniques. He's been in various bands through his 24 year career, releasing an EP and full length album during that time. He is well trained in various percussion instruments and kits, as well as styles such as rock 'n roll, jazz, hip hop, alternative, R&B, and metal. Matthew has been teaching for 4 years.
His rate is 23$/ half-hour private lesson.
Matthew Gallant (Drums, Guitar, Hand Drums) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
What do you want to play? Rock n roll, blues, country, soul, jazz, hip hop, latin, Metal, world, folk, pop? Just ask Matt, he's played it all!! With a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Performance from Dalhousie University under his belt, Matt Gallant has been involved in the music industry for 25 years. He has worked with professional artists including Amelia Curran, Erin Costelo, Ben Caplan, Dave Sampson, Adam Baldwin, Roxy and the Underground Soul Sound, Willie Stratton and has toured internationally with The Brood.
Whether engaging in community and professional theatre projects, workshops or working with bands, Matthew brings a vast musical experience, eagerness and passion. Matthew is not shy to crowds - he has facilitated many workshops to large groups and has played over 3,000 shows.
Matthew plays with people across cultures, most notably the Open Borders International MusicGroup that assembles 20+ musicians from different cultures to create extremely unique and vibrant shows. If you want to learn drums Matt would be a great teacher to introduce you to the vast world of music! Matthew is $27 per half hour lesson.
Matthew Martin (Guitar, Ukulele, Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Matt Martin is a London, Ontario guitar teacher of many stripes; with a diverse background in classical guitar, fingerstyle, flamenco, folk, rock, music theory, songwriting, psychology, education, and music production he dedicates his unique skill set to helping students reach their musical goals and inspire them to go further.
Matt began playing guitar when he was 15 and immediately became a life-long student of effective and efficient learning. Originally inspired by rock guitar virtuosos, he practiced technique endlessly for a year before discovering a new challenge, classical guitar. In less than three years, Matt advanced far enough in classical guitar, music theory, and piano to attend Western University, where he achieved his Bachelor of Music (honors) degree with a minor in psychology. After completing his music degree, Matt continued his training with a Bachelor of Education from UWO, followed by a Music Industry Arts diploma from Fanshawe. His debut single as a singer-songwriter, Maple & Pine won second place in the inaugural Aeolian Hall song contest out of 162 entries.
His rate is $28.00/half-hour private lesson.
Matthew McPhalen (Cello) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Matthew McPhalen holds a Bachelor of Music Degree specializing in cello performance from the University of British Columbia where he studied with Eric Wilson. He then completed his Master of Music Degree at the University of Calgary, where he studied with John Kadz and Johanne Perron. While in Calgary he also spent four years in the Advanced Performance Program at Mount Royal University Conservatory. Matthew has frequently attended summer sessions at Domaine Forget and the Orford Arts Centre in Quebec where he had the privilege to learn from artists such as Lynn Harrell and Raphael Wallfisch. He has played in many types of ensembles including symphony orchestras, quartets, piano trios, contemporary ensembles and early music ensembles. Matthew enjoys teaching students of all ages and ability levels and enjoys helping students develop their technique and interpretation skills. His rate is $28 per half hour.
Maxence Létourneaux (Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
A passionate musician from an early age, I studied music at the elementaryhigh school and now CEGEP. I already have teaching experiencewith both children and adults. I'm aversatile musician and I hope to be ableto share my passion with you through stimulating lessons adapted to your level.
I've been able to acquire skills with several instruments, including guitar and bass, but
the saxophone is the instrument with which I pursue my passion on a daily basis. From soprano tofrom soprano to baritone, I've been able to play in all registers of this magnificent instrument, and I hope you'll be able to discover yours through my lessons.
discover your own through my lessons. Whether it's a classical concerto or arhythmic jazz standard, I can't wait to share a few notes with you!
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Maxime Bidégaré (Bass Guitar, Upright Bass) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Ayant toujours écouté et été attiré par la musique depuis son enfance, Maxime a commencé la basse électrique à l’âge de 12 ans. Dès son commencement, Maxime s’implique dans plusieurs groupes de Rock, Punk et Métal avant de décider d’étudier dans le programme de musique Jazz-Pop à l’école secondaire André-Laurendeau.
Découvrant un nouvel intérêt pour le Jazz et le Blues, il décide de s’investir d’avantage dans d’autres formations musciales variées où il débute l’apprentissage d’un 2e instrument : la contrebasse. Développant ainsi le côté classique de l’instrument et le côté jazz, Maxime continue ses études collégiales en interprétation jazz au Cégep de Saint-Laurent auprès de Dan Gigon à la basse et Yannick Chênevert à la contrebasse tout en poursuivant son implication dans de nombreux projets. Maxime étudie présentement à l’UQÀM auprès de Mathieu Gagné où il continue de perfectionner son approche de l’instrument.
Sa passion pour la musique lui permet d’être un enseignant polyvalent qui peut s’adapter à tous les types d’élèves.
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Maxime has always listened and been attracted by music since early childhood, Maxime started the electric bass at the age of 12. From the beginning, Maxime got involved in several Rock, Punk and Metal bands before deciding to study in the Jazz-Pop music program at André-Laurendeau high school. Discovering a new interest in Jazz and Blues, he decided to invest in a variety of musical trainings, at which point he began learning a second instrument: the double bass. Thus developing the classical and the jazz sides of the instrument.
Maxime continued his college studies in jazz interpretation at the Cégep de Saint-Laurent with Dan Gigon on electric bass and Yannick Chênevert on double bass and he continued to be involved in numerous other projects. Maxime is currently studying at UQÀM with Mathieu Gagné where he continues to hone his mastery to the instrument.
His passion for music allows him to be a versatile teacher who can adapt to all types of students.
