David Lavallee (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
David has been teaching individual and group classes at our location for well over 10 years. His dual diploma education, extensive experience in live and studio band performance and his multi-instrumental approach to instruction led him to establish the Rock Skool summer camps in 2005 and the 10-month Rock Skool program in 2010. David inspires his students to put their musical aspirations into action by providing a fun and invested mentorship tailored to each student's individual goals.
Dave charges $28 per half hour private lesson.
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.
Dennon Jonasson (Guitar, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Dennon Jonasson has been playing guitar and honing in on his technique since the age of seven. He is always advancing his own knowledge and discovering new ways to play the strings and new ways to teach them. He has played in several local bands throughout the city, and is currently working on a solo guitar rock project. Dennon can offer both his guitar and bass students a wide range of material including basic chord progressions and scale positions and advanced virtuoso-esque styles. Whether it's country, rock, metal, blues, funk, pop, or punk, he is eager to bring knowledge to anyone willing to have fun and learn!
Dennon teaches online lessons only through the Regina lesson centre. He offers online lessons for guitar, bass and ukulele. His rate is $29 per half-hour.
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).
Donald Waugh (Bass Guitar, Drums, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Friday
Donald is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer with 20+ years of performance and teaching experience. Formally trained at a leading performing arts college, he has toured internationally, released multiple solo albums, and taught students worldwide in guitar, bass, piano, drums, and more. His rate is $29.00/half-hour private lesson.
Dylan Cooney (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
A talented performer and dedicated teacher, Dylan has recently completed his Bachelor of Music program at the University of Calgary, with a focus on classical guitar. He has 10 years’ experience performing various rock, pop, blues, classical, and country genres in and around Calgary. Performances include the University of Calgary, cafes, weddings, and private venues. Dylan’s experience also includes some composition and transcription. Dylan has been teaching for over 3 years and is committed to being a role model to his students. He is passionate about music and guitar, with a strong desire to share this love of music with his students. Dylan's teaching style is focused on creating individual lesson plans as well as exploring what has drawn the student to music and the guitar. As students advance, Dylan incorporates instruction in theory, note reading, improvisation, and technique. He works patiently with his students to develop their own personal repertoire of songs. The key to Dylan’s success in teaching is ensuring that practice is fun and personally rewarding for all students. Dylan offers lessons in Calgary at the East store and his rate is $30 per half hour.
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.
Ed Young (Drums, Guitar, Hand Drums, Percussion, Songwriting) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Ed Young has been a professional musician since 1979 and has been teaching percussion and guitar since 1984. He attended the University of Western Ontario, where he studied percussion with Bob Hughes. Ed is now playing all over Prince Edward Island with Phase 2 and the John Cain Duo as well as the Dennis Dunn Band. Ed has recorded over 30 albums with artists such as: Kelly Brock, Rusty McCarthy, Frank Deresti, and many others. Ed has performed coast to coast and all over the USA with artists such as: Bobby Taylor, Steve Strongman, Nigel Mack, Dawn Tyler Watson, and Rusty McCarthy. Finally, Ed is a published songwriter who had his songs recorded and featured on TV shows such as “Dawson’s Creek”, “The Surreal Gourmet”, and “From Spain With Love”. Ed's rate for a half hour private lesson is $26.
Edward Szocinski (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
Teaching Style: acoustic, ,
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.
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 Lam (Cello, Flute, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Eric Lam has a BMus, majoring in Composition and Theory from the University of Alberta and a Music Diploma from Grant MacEwan University. Eric has taught guitar for over 18+ years and he also teaches flute and cello. Eric teaches various genres of music, his students have consistently received outstanding results on RCM exams and even the golden medal.
As an active musician, composer and music arranger, he plays for various music events and concerts in various cities throughout western Canada. He has arranged/composed music for a radio station, TV program and local artists. In 2005, he attained the Best Music Arrangement Award from the Canadian Chinese Song-Writers Quest. His mission is to guide students to enjoy, discover and increase their musical knowledge. Eric is also fluent in English and Cantonese. Eric offers lessons at our Edmonton Mayfield location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.
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) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock,
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.
Eric Nordquist (Bass Guitar, Clarinet, Drums, Guitar, Piano, , Ukulele) Registration Request
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Eric is an experienced teacher and multi-instrumentalist who began music training at age 5 and began winning competitions at age 6. He has been involved with many groups that have received radio play, and has performed in other countries and large venues throughout Canada. His experience also includes studio recording and composing. Eric's years of teaching have enabled him to adapt to each individual and assist students in the way best suited to them, whether it's leisurely learning favorite songs or more intense personal skill development. Eric teaches at our Winnipeg (Pembina) lesson centre.
His rate is $31 per half hour.
Eric Ross (Guitar, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Eric Ross is a professional bassist and guitarist who has 20 years of performing and teaching experience. He has taught individual guitar lessons and group classes through the Austin Live Music Academy at the University of Texas, and group guitar classes at MSCR in Madison, Wisconsin. He holds a Master’s degree in Jazz Performance from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Performance from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
Eric gives his students the tools they need to achieve their goals and to develop their own voice on the instrument. In addition to learning the fundamentals, he believes that it is important for his students to work on music that inspires them.
Eric’s rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade Orleans is $29. (English)
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): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
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.
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Étienne 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.
