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Calgary - Guitar Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details225 58 Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0N8
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (403) 252-8506
Store Phone: (403) 244-5555
Fax: (403) 229-9682
Lesson Centre Email: calgarychinooklessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: calgarychinook@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 12:30pm - 9:00pmTuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:0am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Lessons Coordinator
Nikol Popovics
Lesson Coordinator
[email protected]
403.252.8506
Our Guitar Teachers:
Carlos Cruz -B Mus (Guitar, Ukulele, Bass Guitar) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
As a versatile musician, he has devoted his life to music, teaching and performing in bands with different styles of music. Carlos Cruz has a Bachelor's degree in music education and winner of Rock recording of the year YYC Music Awards 2020. With over 10 years of teaching experience, he is eager to pass on his passion for music to all his students in a way that motivates them to meet their needs and goals. Carlos offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $29 per half hour.
Connor Wilson (Guitar, Bass Guitar & Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Connor first picked up the guitar at the age of 7 and has been playing ever since. Over his musical career, Connor has grown familiar with all sorts of styles including rock, blues, jazz, latin styles and especially classical. Following his RCM exams in high school, he studied classical guitar at the University of Calgary under Ralph Maier and is currently finishing his BA in music. Connor has been teaching for 7+ years and has experience in group and solo performance. With his help, students have found success in Royal Conservatory exams and at recitals. Connor believes that finding one's own individual voice in music is the key to success and encourages all his students to explore the music they're most passionate about. He also emphasizes the importance of ear-training, theory and other fundamental skills so that the student doesn't just grow as an instrumentalist, but as a musician too. Connor offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $29 per half hour.
Daniel Siqueiros (Guitar, Bass, Mandolin) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Daniel was born and raised in Mexico, right at the border with Texas. Because of this unique geographical location, he has developed the love for all kinds of music: From Latin American and Spanish Flamenco flavors to Southern Blues and Country, Classic and Modern Rock and everything in between. He has been performing, recording and giving lessons since the year 1990 and his main goal: To help and guide all of his students to find their fingerprint in this magical sonic journey. Daniel offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
Dean Lauderdale - B Mus (Voice, Piano, Guitar) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Dean holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Humber College and a Diploma in Classical Voice Performance from Mount Royal University. With over 8 years of teaching experience, Dean's passion for music and performance greatly reflects that upon his own students. He understands how important it is to discover what motivates and inspires an individual, and does so in a fun & friendly manner. Dean works with many styles of music including pop, rock, jazz, classical, and musical theater. He has been successful in preparing his students for public performance, auditions, recording projects, and recitals. Dean offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $31 per half hour.
Filip Vujanovic (Guitar & Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Filip Vujanovic is completing his Bachelors of Music in guitar at the University of Calgary under the tutelage of Ralph Maier. Filip’s music career started in high school by singing and playing guitar in several rock bands. With 9 years of teaching experience, he is committed to bring out the best in his students development and enjoyment of music and guitar. He utilizes a comprehensive approach incorporating guitar technique, music theory, harmony and history with a learning style that is intuitive, fun and adapts to the student in a unique way. Filip transfers his passion for guitar by believing strongly in the transforming effect that music can bring to each student. Filip offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
Georgia Korba - B Mus (Bass Upright & Electric, Theory, Piano, Ukulele, Guitar) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Georgia began playing piano at age 6, and began playing the upright bass at age 14, and in the process, she developed a strong interest in jazz music. Georgia obtained her Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from Capilano University in 2007. After graduation, Georgia extensively toured North America and Europe with numerous Jazz Bands prior to settling in the Calgary area in 2011. With over 10 years of teaching experience, Georgia offers a flexible, fun and professional approach to music teaching that will help anyone achieve their musical aspirations. Georgia offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and her rate is $29 per half hour.
Jaci Simpson - B Mus (Guitar, Ukulele, Brass) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Jaci returned to Calgary in 2005, after completing a bachelor of music degree at the University of Toronto. Jaci has studied guitar with Jeffrey McFadden in Toronto, and Ralph Maier in Calgary. She has also performed & recorded with the University of Calgary guitar ensemble. Jaci enjoys teaching all ages and levels, and believes that every student is capable, given individualized instruction. Jaci offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and her rate is $30 per half hour.
Juan Antoni (Drums & Guitar) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Juan is a skilled musician who started playing music at the age of 7 in Venezuela. He has played drums, guitar and composed for the local music scene since 2009. He played with Uno Band, Luke Dowler, Estampida Gaitera and most recently, Vincelin. Juan has been teaching Drums, Guitar, Ukulele, aged 3 to adults since 2014. Juan also has experience teaching students with disabilities. Juan offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
Liam Epp - B Mus (Cello, Guitar & Bass) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Liam Epp has had the pleasure to play in a variety of styles and genres. Performing in Front Row Centre Players production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" after just over a year of playing cello Liam is known for his drive and passion for music. Growing up in Calgary, Liam first studied cello with Christine Williams. After intense study with Christine, Liam went on to study under Pamela Highbaugh-Aloni of the world-renowned Lafayette String Quartet at the University of Victoria where he received his Bachelor of Music.
While in Victoria he played in professional groups like the Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra and student groups like The University of Victoria Symphony Orchestra and The Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra. Liam is also known for his intense attention to detail performing challenging pieces like Elisabeth Lutyens' "Triolet 1 Op. 160" live with members of the Victoria Composers Collective.
Liam hopes to share what he has learned with his time on the west coast and hopes to inspire a new generation of musicians to foster a sense of confidence and self-expression. Liam offers lessons at the Calgary Chinook store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
