Calgary Seton - Drums Lessons

Eric Dylke

Eric's passion for music was ignited after hearing Nirvana's "Nevermind" album. He's never looked back since. Eric's vigurous love for 90's alt rock has lead him on a 20+ year career of teaching, recording and performing in various capacities.

Eric now brings that experience to L&M Seton as Lessons Coordinator. His mission is to facilitate the joy and benefits of music education to as many folks as he can. Welcome to the lesson centre!

Jon May (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday

Jon grew up an avid music lover in New Hampshire whose passion for the drums eventually landed him in Canada. Jon has a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern Maine School of Music. He has toured extensively through the U.S.A., Canada, and Europe. Jon has taught at St. Ambrose Drums intensive with jazz educator John Riley, at the University of New Hampshire’s Summer Youth Music School, The Mt. Royal Jazz Camp as well as the Long Lake Camp for the Arts in New York. As a talented composer, teacher, recording artist and player, Jon brings a thoughtfulness to the Canadian music scene, where he bridges a gap between many genres.

Jon offers lessons at $32 per half hour.

Paul Skurdal (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday

Hi I’m Paul Skurdal, drum instructor at Long and Mcquade.
I began drumming at the age of 13 playing rock music with my school mates, then years later in 2011 as adults we formed the band Dogs Gone Wrong and recorded the punk rock CD”Kant Get Right” available on iTunes. Dogs Gone Wrong gigged local pubs in Calgary until breaking up in 2024. In the 1990’s I was house drummer for “49th Street Blues” a club in Red Deer Alberta where I played with many musicians touring the area.
Because of my interest in jazz and Latin music I studied under some of the best and most notable drummers in the Calgary area, and recently I was the drummer for the 25th anniversary of the Calgary French Choir at the Engineered Air Theatre in Calgary.
I currently perform in the quartet “Refried Rhythms” a jazz/latin/pop band. I have enjoyed teaching drums for 2 years.

Paul offers lessons at $32 per half hour.

Rick Coumont (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Rick is a passionate drummer who has been honing his craft for 15 years, and teaching for 8 of those, with a focus on children and young adults. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from St. Mary's University, and has experience in public and school-setting education. He specializes in contemporary music, especially modern rock, pop, psychedelia, prog, and alternative genres, but is always looking to expand his musical horizons. Rick takes a student-centric approach to teaching – In his lessons, you are the star! Whether you're a beginner just starting your musical journey, or only looking to brush up on your established skills, Rick is ready to meet you where you are and help you excel!

Rick offers lessons at $31 per half hour.