Edmonton North - Drums Lessons

Rosey Eberlein

Derek Loewen (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday

Derek has been performing and teaching drums in the Edmonton area and beyond for more than three decades. His extensive live experience includes performances at festivals, clubs and events across Canada in an eclectic range of musical genres. Derek has studied jazz performance at Grant MacEwan Community College and the University of Toronto, and has a lifelong passion for learning drums that he loves to share with students of all ages and abilities. He strives to provide lessons that impart the fundamental techniques of the instrument in a manner tailored to each individual student’s interests and abilities. Derek believes that the drums are awesome, lessons should be fun, and practicing and learning should be rewarding!
Derek's rate is $29 per half hour lesson.

Janay Nelson (Drums, Guitar, Ukulele)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Janay Nelson is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and educator. She plays guitar, ukulele, and drums and has experience across most genres including rock, jazz, blues, funk, country, metal, and pop. Early on she discovered that music was not just a passion but a way to connect with others.
Janay began playing at 12 and teaching at 16 years old at various schools of music. At 18, Janay picked up the drums and quickly developed a deep connection with the instrument. She honed her skills and soon began teaching drums as well, adding another dimension to her musicianship and expanding her ability to inspire and guide students.
A graduate of MacEwan University with a Music Diploma and a Minor in Education, Janay’s approach to music is rooted in patience, perseverance, and understanding — recognizing that each student’s journey is unique.
Influenced by bands and artists such as Van Halen, Tool, Extreme, Dream Theater, Anika Niles, Cory Wong, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Janay’s playing blends technical precision with groove, energy, and a genuine love for sharing music with others.
Janay's $29 per half hour.

Paul Hoar (Drums, Percussion)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

Paul is a graduate of the MacEwan University music program and has been teaching drum lessons for over 10 years. In addition to teaching private music lessons, Paul has been involved with drumline and percussion ensembles (both as a member and instructor) as well as concert bands. When not teaching Paul remains active in the local music scene playing, touring, and recording with a variety of bands. Paul offers drum lessons at our Edmonton North store. Paul is now offering lessons on Monday!
Paul rate is $29 per half hour.