Adam Willey (Guitar, Ukulele, Clarinet, Theory, Piano, Voice, Upright Bass, Bass Guitar, Saxophone, Composition, Songwriting, Composition) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Multi-instrumentalist Adam Willey has been an active part of the Canadian music scene for over a decade. His ability to fill a multitude of roles has kept him in demand as supporting musician for many notable Canadian artists on festival stages across North America. He completed his Undergraduate studies at the VCC School of Music, where he received his Bachelor of Music (2021), and has helped hundreds of people set foot on their own musical journey through one-on-one music education. His educational philosophy is simple; There's a music lesson in everything if you're willing to look for it.
His rate is $32 per half hour.

Alex Tirolese (Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Banjo, Ukulele, Guitar, Violin, Bass Guitar) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Alex is a talented saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist with 20 years of playing experience. He is currently pursuing a music degree through Berklee College of Music. Alex is a thorough and patient teacher with 8 years experience teaching privately at local studios and with the Holy Spirit Marching Band. Alex emphasizes musicality, each lesson building on the previous ones, and of course, having fun. Alex is well-versed in many styles of music including, but not limited to, rock, funk, jazz, and classical. When not teaching, studying or recording, you can catch Alex gigging across Ontario with his band, Fun Fact. In addition, Alex is an official artist for Spector Basses.

His rate is $29.00/half-hour private lesson.

Alice Guyaz (Voice, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Guitar) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Alice graduated from the Université du Québec à Montréal in 2008 with a Bachelor's degree in music education. Her career has led her to teach singing to people of all ages and levels. She performs regularly as a singer in duo format, including: Quai en fête, Délices d'automne, Quai des Brasseurs, in seniors' residences and for various private events. In 2016, she composed an album of original songs that won her the SOCAN prize awarded by the Festival Western de St-Tite.
Through her singing, saxophone and clarinet lessons, Alice aims to give you the desire to surpass yourself, acquire new knowledge and develop your artistic potential! Online singing and clarinet courses available.

Barbara Lorenz (Woodwinds, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday

Barbara Lorenz moved to Calgary from Lloydminster, Alberta where she was Woodwind Instructor for Lakeland College teaching Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Bassoon, as well as theory. She was also teaching Grade 6 band for the Lloydminster Public School Division. Barbara graduated from Dickinson State University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education and a Bachelor of Arts.
Playing in Saxophone quartets, Jazz ensembles, and Concert Bands have been a large part of her musical career. She is currently very active, playing in a duo throughout the Calgary area.
Barbara has been offering lessons in Calgary at L&M since 2013. Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Ben Lockwood (Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Theory) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday

Ben Lockwood studied music theory, performance psychology, composition and arranging at the Dartington College of Arts, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts with Honours-Music (Performance). He has performed professionally on flute, saxophone and clarinet in the United Kingdom and internationally. He has taught students of all age groups and experience levels in both private and school settings. His students are consistently successful at exams, with some having gone onto study music at notable institutions such as the Royal Academy of Music in London, and the Leeds Royal School of Music. His rate is $30 per half hour.

Breanna Antosh (Clarinet, Flute, Woodwinds, Saxophone) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday

Breanna is a classically trained musician who studied at The King's University to earn a Bachelor of Music degree. She enjoys participating in community bands and choirs, and has a passion for learning about different instruments and musical styles. Breanna believes that music should be accessible for everyone, and she is excited to connect with students at any level who are ready to learn. Breanna teaches woodwind lessons at both our Edmonton South and Highlands locations.
Her rate is $30 per half hour.

Breony Watson (Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

As a classically trained flautist and saxophonist, Breony studied extensively at Leeds Conservatoire in the UK, where she graduated with a first class honours degree in Music. With much experience both performing in and working behind the scenes in orchestras, she is eager to share her enthusiasm for music and focuses on keeping learning creative and fun when it comes to music lessons. Though Breony is classically trained, she is happy to teach in a variety of different styles and genres and has experience in working with students of all ages! Breony teaches at our Calgary Chinook location, and her rate is $32 per half hour.

Carlos Tinoco -MMus (Saxophone, Clarinet) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday

Calgary native Carlos Tinoco is in his second year at UOttawa in the PhD interdisciplinary research in music program. Throughout his bachelors and masters in saxophone performance at the UCalgary, Carlos had extensive performance experience both as a member and as a soloist, performing in 4 different countries and winning 3 international competitions. As a performer who experienced some of the challenges of maintaining efficient and healthy performance practices, Carlos’ focus shifted to include musicians’ health and wellness. Through his studies and teaching, Carlos is aiming to increase health literacy and promote health practices with his students and peers.Carlos offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $33 per half hour.

Charles-Antoine Fortin (Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Piano) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday

Charles-Antoine holds a DES in intensive music training from Polyvalente Ste-Thérèse, a DEC in performance from Cegep St-Laurent and is currently studying composition at Université de Montréal. He has been teaching since 2017, notably as a specialist for several local bands and also conducts and arranges music for several ensembles.

Langues parlées : français, anglais

Chip Kean (Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Chip joined the RCAF in 1973. In 1986 he decided he needed a career change and in 1986 enrolled in the Volunteer Musician Program at 14 Wing Canadian Forces Base, studying saxophone there until 1989 when he was transferred to 22 Wing CFB North Bay. Chip continued his studies at the Canadian Forces School of Music and did Basic Improvisation & Keyboard Method & Theory through Berklee College of Music. He was appointed Director of the 22 Wing CFB North Bay in 1998 and served there until 2016. He was the Ensemble Director and Saxophone Instructor for the Nipissing University Applied Music Programme. Chip has performed with the Central Band of The Canadian Forces, 8 Wing CFB Trenton, The Continentals Big Band, Nightshift Dance Band and still performs with the After Hours Jazz Combo and the 22 Wing Military Band. His Rate is $28 per 1/2 hour lesson.

Dave Say (Saxophone, Clarinet) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Sunday

Dave is a well known and sought after local musician who has worked with artists like Michael Buble, Soulstream and the Supremes. He has been a professional musician for over 25 years and is versatile in all styles. His rate is $33 per half hour.

Dorian Baker (Clarinet, Saxophone) Registration Request

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Dorian was born and raised in Halifax, NS. Dorian completed his Undergraduate Degree in Music from Mount Allison University, while simultaneously studying Clarinet Performance at The Boston Conservatory. Dorian later moved to Toronto where he completed his Masters Degree in Clarinet Performance from the University of Toronto. As an artist, Dorian has participated in masterclasses and festivals across North America and throughout Europe. He has worked with world-renowned artists from leading orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Berlin Philharmonic, and Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Dorian has performed at numerous prestigious venues including Sanders Theatre at Harvard, CBC Studios, and Roy Thompson Hall in Toronto.
At present, Dorian serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors with the Chebucto Symphony Orchestra. Dorian is also the principal Clarinetist with the Chebucto Symphony Orchestra, and an on-call musician with Symphony Nova Scotia. Dorian is a sought after clinician, working with music festivals including the Atlantic Festival of Music and the Halifax Community Band Festival. Above all, Dorian remains dedicated to his clarinet and saxophone students. His students are members of provincial ensembles, community orchestras, and are leaders within their own school music programs.

Emerald Sun (Clarinet, Piano, Saxophone, Woodwinds) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

ARCT (Piano), B.Mus, M.Mus, DMA (candidate)
Emerald has built a professional career in classical music and music pedagogy specializing in piano and woodwinds. She holds a Bachelor of Music from McGill University and a Master of Music from Trossingen Musikhochschule in Germany. Currently, Emerald is a doctoral candidate who does performance enhancement research and works with undergraduate students at University of Toronto. Emerald has taught for years students of all ages both in Canada and abroad. Her unique approach combines North American and European pedagogy and focuses on correct body use, musical understanding and having fun!
Emerald's rate is $33/half hour.

Frank Dodman (Clarinet, Saxophone) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Thursday

Frank received an honours Jazz Studies diploma from Humber College. With over 15 years of private teaching experience, Frank consistently helps students prepare for their Regional Arts auditions. Frank volunteers each Spring with MusicFest Canada and speaks French and English fluently. His rate is $31.00 per half-hour lesson.

Greg Gowan (Saxophone, Violin, Theory, Trumpet) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Greg Gowan studied music as a saxophonist at Western University, completing the program with Honours in Music Education (BMus 2015). He then acquired a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University in 2017 and became an educator for Thames Valley District School Board in 2018. Aside from the saxophone, Greg also has a deep love for music theory, and has plenty of experience teaching it in a classroom setting. Using a holistic approach, he teaches the necessities of music while also incorporating the needs and interests of each student. He looks forward to sharing his interest and knowledge with all who have a love for music. Greg's rate is $28.00/half-hour private lesson.

Griffin Hodge (Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Woodwinds) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

B. Mus Woodwind Performance (Humber College)

Griffin Hodge is a young music educator and woodwind instrumentalist currently residing in Toronto Ontario. After beginning his music career in Kelowna British Columbia, Griffin moved to Toronto in 2018 to complete a degree in woodwind performance from Humber College. Griffin has studied and performed with notable musicians such as Kirk MacDonald and Pat Labarbera, specializing in jazz and improvisation. Griffin has also been the recipient of the Bernie Piltch Memorial Scholarship and the Yamaha Canada Music, Ltd. Award 2021 for his efforts in the field. Griffin primarily plays tenor saxophone and doubles as an alto, flute and clarinet player.

Griffin's rate is $35.00 per half hour.

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.

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.

Joelle Nielsen (Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Saxophone) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Joelle Nielsen started playing the clarinet 20 years ago, achieving her B.Mus in performance from Brandon University in 2014. During that time she has played with National youth band, pit ensembles for musical theatre productions, and as part of small ensembles that performed with the WSO’s pre-concert series and at ICA’s Clarinet Festival, as well as competing Nationally as part of a chamber group. Joelle has been teaching woodwind clinics in Manitoba and Saskatchewan since 2009, and started teaching privately in Northeast Saskatchewan in 2018. Joelle teaches woodwinds at the Regina store. Her rate is $28 per half-hour.

Kevin Madi (Piano, Clarinet, Saxophone) Registration Request

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Kevin is currently in his 5th year of Music Education at UBC. He is an experienced teacher who has studied under both Francois Houle and Jose Franch-Ballester. Kevin has been playing piano since the age of 5 and clarinet since the age of 11. As a teacher, Kevin's goals are to have fun and guide his students towards success. His rate is $33/half hour.