3404 5 Avenue NE
Calgary East, Alberta, T2A 5N8
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (587) 296-6648
Store Phone: (403) 245-3725
Fax: (403) 245-0459
Lesson Centre Email: calgaryeastlessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: calgaryeast@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 1:00pm - 8:30pmTuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Our professional, highly qualified instructors offer both in person and online video lessons.
Our Drums Teachers:
Alida Schedel (Drums - Online Lessons Available) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Originally from Vancouver Island, BC, Alida started playing with her family band at the age of 15. Since relocating to Calgary, she has been working with bands full time as well as hosting jams. A newfound passion has been teaching students the fun and enjoyment of music. The great interaction with her students and the 30+ years of professional performance make the perfect combination for a high level but enjoyable learning experience, particularly for the younger students who possess the same enthusiasm she had at a young age. Alida offers lessons in Calgary at the East store and her rate is $28 per half hour.
Calvin Becker (Drums) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Calvin has been playing drums professionally (both live and in the recording studio) for 35 years and holds a music certificate from the Berklee College of Music. He has played with a number of different artists and groups, spanning a variety of music styles. Highlights of his career include: freelance studio work in Calgary and Vancouver, touring and performing live all across Canada, being part of bands that have secured recording contracts (both in Canada and in Germany), and being part of a musical group that was nominated for a Juno award. Calvin’s approach to teaching drums is song focused, as drums are fundamentally an ensemble instrument. So in addition to learning the rudiments/techniques of the drum set; in Calvin’s lessons, students have lots of fun learning the songs they like and learning how to play to them. This prepares them for success in their own musical endeavors. Calvin offers lessons in Calgary at the East store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
Marco Rojas (Drums - Online Lessons Available) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Marco is an established session drummer, record engineer, and music educator hailing from Mexico City. His drumming experience spans two decades, 10+ studio albums, and five tours in both Canada and Mexico. Formally trained with his degree in Audio Production from G Martell, he takes his love of the perfect mix to teach his drum students about finding their unique sound and place within music. Marco’s teaching philosophy stems from his own experience as a learner: hands-on learning, dynamic lesson plans, and helping students find their passion. He adapts his teaching approach to match their unique needs, personalities, and motivations. Marco also believes in challenging students to step out of their comfort zone to advance their skills and gain confidence in themselves, which can foster a lifelong confidence and love of music. Marco specializes in ergonomic drumming techniques inspired by John Lamb’s Anatomy of Drumming. He believes that the right techniques can support a musician perform an hour long set without trouble, and most importantly, they can take joy in playing their instrument for years to come. Marco offers lessons in Calgary at the East store and his rate is $28 per half hour.
Nicole Niewinski (Drums - Online Lessons Available) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Nicole had an early start to music, playing a number of different instruments since the age of four. With 6 years of experience playing, performing, and recording with bands, she is keen on sharing her passion and knowledge with students interested in a number of different styles. Nicole offers lessons in Calgary at the East store and her rate is $28 per half hour.
