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.
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.
Jimmy Rodgers (Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Merlin, Bass Guitar, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jimmy began playing guitar at around 12 years old and has been immersed in music ever since. Growing up in a musical family, he learned by watching and playing alongside relatives, which helped him develop a strong foundation and a deep love for music. Over time, his curiosity and dedication led him to explore a wide range of stringed instruments, expanding both his skills and his musical reach.
A passionate performer, Jimmy is well known in the Hastings and Quinte regions as one half of the popular local duo The Rodgers Boys. He also showcases his talent as the lead guitarist for the rock band Beyond the Call, gaining valuable live performance experience that he brings into his teaching.
Jimmy’s approach to instruction is flexible and student-centered. He tailors each lesson to the individual, regardless of age, level, or musical background. His teaching is not limited to any one genre—instead, he focuses on helping students reach their goals, whether that means understanding complex music theory or simply learning to play their favorite chords.
“Meeting people at their level is my main focus in teaching,” Jimmy says, and that commitment is reflected in every lesson he gives.
Lesson Rate: $29 per half-hour session.
Jimmy offers private music lessons on acoustic and electric guitar, bass guitar, mandolin, ukulele, Merlin, and banjo to students of all ages at Long & McQuade Belleville.
John Marvin Scott (Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Saturday
John has been teaching since 2011, specializing in classical and jazz guitar. Having graduated from Capilano University with a Bachelors Degree in Jazz Performance and Composition, John is offering lessons in guitar technique, musicianship, music theory, and history.
His rate is $32/half hour.
Jordan Ast (Guitar) Registration Request
Jordan Ast is a graduate from Grant MacEwan’s Jazz and Contemporary Music Program, with a diploma in Recording Arts, principal instrument being Guitar. Jordan began teaching guitar in 2011 at Music In The House in Regina, Saskatchewan, and has continued his teaching since moving to Edmonton in 2013. He has knowledge in many guitar styles, and experience teaching all skill levels. Overall Jordan has been playing music in one form or another for nearly 22 years, and can be found playing in and around Edmonton with Dream Pop band The Eclipse, Country band Twig, and Pop/Rock band The Nico Tobias Band. Jordan offers lessons at our Edmonton Mayfield location. His rate is $28 per half hour.
Jordan Wyshniowski (Violin, Cello, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Viola, Upright Bass, Guitar, Guitar, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Jordan began his cello training at Cambrian College under the guidance of former NBSO conductor Dr. Metro Kozak. He attended the University of Ottawa music program where he studied with National Arts Centre Orchestra principal cellist Amanda Forsyth and NACO cellist Margaret Munro-Tobolowska. He has done numerous performances in Ottawa both in and outside of the University in addition to teaching stringed instruments, including his first instrument, the guitar. He is the North Bay Symphony principal cellist. Jordan’s rate is $28 per ½ hour lesson.
José Jaime Cervantes (Violin, Guitar) Registration Request
Teaching Style: , classical
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Le professeur José Jaime Cervantes Madrigal a plus de 30 ans d'expériences dans l'enseignement. Il a commencé à étudier le violon au Conservatorio Nacional de Mexico.
La passion de Jaime pour cet instrument l'a amené à participer à de nombreux orchestre nationaux et internationaux. Cela a permis au professeur Cervantes d'élargir sa carrière professionnelle, en lui donnant l'occasion de jouer dans plusieurs endroit à travers le monde comme l'Amérique du Sud, l'Europe, les États-Unis et le Canada. Il a complété ses études à Montréal où il a obtenu un baccalauréat à l'Université de Montréal, et puis une maîtrise en jazz avancé à l'Université Concordia. Cela a permis à M. Cervantes de diriger son propre orchestre original au Mexique appelé "String Pops Orchestra", et qui était principalement composé de musiciens de haut niveau et professionnels.
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Professor José Jaime Cervantes Madrigal has more than 30 years of experience teaching. He began studying violin at the Conservatorio Nacional in Mexico.
Ever since, Jaime's passion for this instrument led him to take part in many national and international orchestras. This allowed professor Cervantes to expand his professional career, wich granted him the opportunity to play in several places across the world like South America, Europe, United States and Canada. He completed his studies in Montréal where he obtained a bachelor's degree at the University of Montréal and followed later on to acquire a Master's degree in advanced Jazz at Concordia University. This empowered Mr. Cervantes to direct his own original orchestra in Mexico called String pops Orchestra, which was mainly composed of high level and professional musicians.
Jules Minville (Guitar, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Jules Minville grew up in an environment where art was at the heart of the family nest, he quickly discovered a passion for music. He took piano, electric bass, saxophone and finally guitar lessons. Several shows in high school, a few music camps and teachers involved around him have pushed him to undertake a 3 year jazz guitar technique at the Cégep de Saint-Laurent, which he will complete in the spring of 2023. With over 7 years of experience in his field, he plans to share his passion with as many people as possible!
Spoken languages: French, English.
Julia Borden (Piano, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Julia grew up with music all around her. She began musical ear training at six months old and completed Suzuki Music as a child. Throughout her youth, she would pick up several more instruments, learning to sing and finding her voice alongside her love and a lifelong passion for the whimsical world of music.
Julia completed the Piano Suzuki program and her RCM 10, and ARCT by the time she was 18. She pursued other interests and graduated with a Psychology Degree from The Kings University in 2018, but ultimately returned to music and completed the Piano Performance program at Juilliard in 2020. Julia loves teaching all ages and a variety of instruments. She takes pride in helping students build a solid musical foundation. She loves how music can inspire and support individual expression. Instruction in music production and music play adds to her skill set. Julia strives to connect with every type of student and guide students to their goals and beyond. It's never too late or too early to bring music into one's life. Julia has daytime availability for adults and homeschoolers and a few evening spots left as well. Julia is excited to teach at our Mayfield location. Accepting weekly students, Saturdays are now open.
Her rate is $31 per half hour | $62 per hour
Accepting only weekly students.
Julien Rambier (Guitar, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday
Julien's passion for music began when he was very young, playing the piano on his father's knee. A few years later, for his 7th birthday, he was given his very first guitar, and since then the passion has never left him. Following private lessons and his first shows at the age of 8, Julien decided to pursue his academic career in music at his secondary school and later in jazz-pop guitar at the Cégep de Lanaudière in Joliette. With a wide range of inspirations, from the jazz fusion of Allan Holdsworth, to the dream pop of Montreal band Men I Trust, to the complexity of extreme metal pioneers Meshuggah, he was automatically led to contribute to bands and projects as varied as those that inspired him.
Julien is a great believer in regular practice of both technique and theory to achieve total freedom of expression with his instrument. A little patience, a little determination and a lot of passion will lead you throughout your life to the pleasure and love of music.
Justin Robichaud (Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Saturday
La musique a toujours occupé une place importante dans la vie de Justin. Originaire de la ville de Québec, il commence à prendre des cours de guitare à l’âge de 11 ans. Sa passion pour l’apprentissage de l’instrument se développe rapidement, et sa curiosité le pousse à s’intéresser à plusieurs styles et artistes différents. Lors de ses années au secondaire, il va même jusqu’à composer un album dans le cadre d’un projet scolaire. C’est durant cette période qu’il décide de poursuivre ses études en musique au cégep.
Justin est admis dans le programme de guitare jazz au cégep de Sainte-Foy en 2020 puis obtient son diplôme en 2022. Au cours de cette même année, il entâme ses études à l’Université Laval dans le programme d’interprétation où il y termine actuellement son baccalauréat. C’est durant cette même période qu’il commence à enseigner la guitare : occupation pour laquelle il prend rapidement goût.
Justin est présentement actif comme musicien professionnel pour plusieurs types d’événements dans la ville de Québec. Il est l’un des fondateurs de l’ensemble The Arcade Jukebox, quatuor jazz de la Ville de Québec ayant pour mission d'arranger et d'interpréter de la musique de jeux vidéos.
Dans son approche pédagogique, Justin place l’intérêt de l’élève au premier plan. Tout en respectant le rythme d’apprentissage de chacun, il sait proposer des défis permettant à quiconque de progresser. Au fil de son parcours musical, Justin est devenu un musicien versatile prêt à enseigner à n’importe quel élève, peu importe son niveau ou ses objectifs.
Keenan Render (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, , ,
Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Keenan Render is a Guitarist, Composer/Songwriter, and arranger from Vancouver, Canada. His writing spans across a breadth of genres from jazz to metal. He is a graduate of Vancouver Community College's Bachelor of Applied Music, where he studied Composition and Jazz & Contemporary Guitar. An avid collaborator, Keenan is fascinated by the interdisciplinary collaborative process. This includes working with graphic scores, scoring for video games, and more. He is also a self-acclaimed "gear-nerd", always looking to explore new technology in guitars, plugins, pedals, or DAWs. Keenan's rate is $31.00 per half hour lesson.
Kurt Newman (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Lap Steel, Mandolin, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Kurt is a guitarist and teacher with over 30 years of experience playing music and working with students. He is an active member of several bands, including the acclaimed jazz/world group Eucalyptus. Kurt is very excited to work with students of all skill levels and of any age. Beyond the basics, he can offer specialized instruction in jazz/chord melody guitar, bluegrass and electric country, heavy metal lead guitar/shred, R and B/funk, and improvisation. His approach prioritizes the individual student's learning style and emphasizes the importance of having fun, keeping things lively, and making sure that the curriculum suits current musical interests. Above all, Kurt is dedicated to passing on a passion for all things guitar: its history, its techniques, and the joy of playing it with others.
Kurt’s rate is $33 per 1/2 hour lesson.
Kyle Cobb (Guitar, Voice) Registration Request
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Versatile guitarist and vocalist Kyle Cobb is a teacher and performer in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With his personal style rooted in Jazz and American Music, Kyle has pursued his performance degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Manitoba. During his time at the University of Manitoba Kyle studied with many world class musicians (Karly Epp, Jon Gordon, Fabio Ragnelli) and in his first year performed and recorded with the director of his faculty. Kyle has held the guitar chair with many of Winnipeg's best musicians (Julian Bradford, Zachary Rushing, Jared Beckstead) and has worked extensively leading his own band as a vocalist. Kyle is a dedicated educator with nearly a decade of teaching experience and is always seeking to enhance his lessons. Constantly pursuing new musical heights, Kyle is an engaging presence to his peers, his audience, and his students alike. Kyle teaches guitar and voice lessons at our Winnipeg (Pembina) location.
His rate is $33 per half hour.
Kyle Doucette - Online Lessons Only (Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Mandolin) Registration Request
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Kyle has studied guitar and music theory since 2008 with Vic Mullen, who also taught him banjo for two years. Kyle has extensive experience as a touring bluegrass musician. In 2012 he was nominated for guitar and banjo player of the year at the Eastern Canada Bluegrass Music Awards.
Kyle taught for eight years with the Clare Bluegrass Association. He has been teaching at Long & McQuade since 2015. Kyle teaches guitar, bass, banjo and mandolin at the Grande Prairie store and his rate is $30 per half-hour.
Lesley Law (Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Lesley Law is well versed in classical, jazz, funk, R&B, Latin, and rock styles.
She is equally experienced preparing students in the Rockschool and RCM curriculum. Lesley studied piano, bass, and guitar on scholarship at Capilano University then furthered her studies at Musicians Institute and Berklee. Her students are regularly selected to perform in the awards galas of the most prestigious music competitions in the Lower Mainland. As a session and live musician on bass, keys and guitar she has played across stages in North America in bands spanning R&B, Hip Hop, Indie, Post Punk, & Pop. She also provides instruction in composition, theory and music history. 2024 student achievements include Highest Overall Mark Trophy at the 2024 BCCM Festival, 10 Gold and 5 Top Overall Mark Winners. 2024 Richmond Music Festival yielded 10 First Place, 12 Second Place, 4 Division Winners and selected to perform at the awards gala in piano and classical guitar. Many of her students have gone on to successful careers and post-secondary studies in music as producers and songwriters. Her rate is $33 per half hour.
Liam Keith-Jacques (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Lap Steel, Dobro) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Liam Keith-Jacques has a passion for teaching guitar and music theory to students of all ages and abilities. For over a decade, he has performed in various contexts including bluegrass bands, chamber ensembles, jazz groups and rock/metal bands. Liam has taught privately for almost 10 years. He is a patient teacher and is dedicated to passing on his love for the instrument. No matter what the particular goals of a student are, he will enthusiastically guide them on their musical journey. Liam’s rate for a half hour private lesson is $28.
Liam Whatley (Voice, Piano, Guitar) Registration Request
Teaching Style: Musical Theatre, jazz, blues,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Liam has been making music from a very young age. He started playing guitar at age 6, piano at age 7, and was singing in choirs even before that. This love for music led Liam to complete a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz and Contemporary Music (major in Composition) from MacEwan University in 2020. Liam has composed and performed a wide variety of music; including musical theatre, choir, classical, singer-songwriter, and jazz ensemble. In Spring 2024, Liam performed the roll of Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music with Abbotsford’s Gallery 7 Theatre. In Winter 2024, Liam composed music for and performed in a play adaptation of Prince Caspian, also with Gallery 7. Liam has taught private music lessons for over 5 years. His favourite part about teaching music is hearing people use what they’ve learned to bring a story to life through song. His rate is $31 per half hour.
Luke Roberts (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Theory, Mandolin, Songwriting) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Luke has 30+ years of experience playing guitar, bass, drums, singing, composing and producing music in a myriad of styles. In addition to having undergone extensive studies in Jazz and Classical traditions (including the Humber Music Program), he has played in Pop, Blues, Folk, Jazz, Classic Rock, Indie Rock, Dance, Electronic, Punk, and Metal bands all over Canada as well extensive touring in Europe and the United States.
Keeping in mind that theory, technique and ear training are important, he is always trying to encourage his students to build a fearless trust in their own musical intuition. He aims to stay in touch with modern music idioms and teach students of all ages and skill levels songs that they know and like. He has studied under and worked with such names as Ted Quinlan, Toni Zorzi, Al Kay, Hilario Duran, Brigham Phillips, John Macleod, Kirk MacDonald, Dave Restivo, Revocation, Bell Witch, Inter Arma, Ayahuasca, Gargoyl, Jeff Loomis, The Dillinger Escape plan and more!
Luke's rate is $35.00 per half hour.
