Grand Falls

Aaron Crain (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

Aaron Crain has been teaching music on and off for the past 25 years. Since graduating from the music program at Heritage College in 2007, he has been teaching, writing, performing, and producing music in various settings. Aaron also has a strong background in education as a classroom teacher as well as mentorship roles with an emphasis in assisting students who are neurodivergent. While his main instrument is guitar, he also has experience teaching bass, drums, vocals, ukulele, and mandolin.

Aiden Quinn (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Friday

Aiden Quinn, a passionate musician and teacher, relocated to Grand Falls with his wife in 2022, leaving behind his roots in Alberta. His musical journey began in childhood when he first started playing the piano, a skill he has honed over the years. Since 2006, he has been an active member of the music scene, having played in four different bands, and also performed on stage in a number of musicals. Currently, Aiden remains active in the music community by lending his talents to a choir in the nearby town of Perth-Andover.

Aiden’s love for music knows no bounds, as he appreciates and enjoys all genres. His true calling, however, lies in teaching music. He finds immense satisfaction in sharing his knowledge and passion with others, believing that helping people discover the joy of music is one of life's greatest rewards. Aiden's rate is $23 per half hour private session.

Gabriel Couturier (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Gabriel is a musician, composer and guitarist. In 2014, he took an audio recording and
production course. He then decided to undertake a bachelor's degree in guitar performance and musical composition at the University of Moncton. With renewed interest, he completed, in 2024, a master's degree from the University of Montreal in composition and sound creation. During these years, Gabriel performed guitar in metal, classical, jazz and contemporary music ensembles. He also composed solo, ensemble and electronic works. Today, he creates, produces and teaches music.

Marcelin Rioux (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

A true enthusiast of rhythm and groove, Marcellin’s goal is to get the crowd dancing. Born into a musical family in Grand Falls, N.B., his passion for drumming began in 1966 when his father, Chanel, brought home the first drum kit. Since then, Marcellin has never lost the desire to play. Over the years, he has joined various bands and had the opportunity to perform alongside many talented musicians. In the 2000s, he produced an album with the group Hidden Tower. While he has a deep love for heavy progressive rock, he finds fulfillment in playing a wide variety of genres.