Edmonton Highlands - Drums Lessons

BILL THAIN

Lesson Coordinator
780-479-1643
[email protected]

Craig Doll (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Craig Doll is a professional freelance drummer and educator hailing from Edmonton, Alberta. From about the age of 8, Craig has been completely in love with playing the drums and that love has only deepened with time. With over 20 years experience playing the drums Craig has played many live shows from jazz, pop, rock, country, punk, folk, alternative, funk, and metal. Craig prides himself on always being a student of the drums and to never stop learning or improving. This philosophy has led him to study with the great’s: L.A. based drummer, Dave Elitch and New York based drummer, Carter McLean.”
Craig's rate is $32 per half hour.

Jon Guenter (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Jon is a freelance musician based in the city of Edmonton. A graduate of MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Music program. Majoring in Drum Set Performance, where he spent the majority of his studies focusing on improvisation. Throughout his studies, Jon has taken the role of bandleader, has played in a variety of styles, from rock to pop. While his focus lies in the genre of jazz, he is well-versed in many different styles, and has a passion for teaching music to students of all ages and abilities. Jon is a firm believer in examining the aspects of music from a variety of different angles, and believes this process is essential in the development of any musician. He has invested his time into understanding not only the theory that surrounds drums, but music theory as a whole. By learning music through mediums like theory, technique, listening, and instrument application, this provides students with the tools to both learn and understand music, allowing them a creative outlet that will translate into other areas of life. Jon understands each student learns their own way and at different speeds, but encourages students to spend a designated set of time each week to work on the materials discussed in class. Jon wants the best for his students and will strive to provide an environment that results in a positive experience for each student.
Jon’s rate is $30 per half hour.

Patrick MacIntyre (Drums)

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Patrick MacIntyre is a lifelong musician with a passion for Drumset and Marching Snare. With roots in the Scottish Pipe Band world, he has competed and won at a professional level across North America and Europe.
A Bachelor of Music graduate from MacEwan University, Patrick continues to perform locally and internationally. In 2024, he earned a 1st Place Grade 2 Drumming Prize at the World Pipe Band Championships, where his band also placed 2nd Overall in the World.
He teaches students ages 8–18 with the Edmonton Youth Pipe Band Association and has performed with local jazz artists, big bands, Cikwes, and contributed music to the television series Crip Trip.
Patrick specializes in Pop, Indie, Alternative, Funk, and Rock, with a strong jazz foundation. He creates a safe, welcoming environment and continues to grow alongside his students.
Patrick's rate is $28 per half hour.

Ryan Simmons (Guitar, Drums)

Online Lessons:

Ryan is a multi-instrumentalist performer and educator who recently completed his studies in the Grant MacEwan University Bachelor of Music program as a guitar performance major.
Having grown up as a metal and rock musician who now focuses on jazz performance and composition, Ryan is a versatile musician who prides himself on adapting to students interests and ability. As a lifelong student, Ryan has been fortunate to study privately in New York City with acclaimed guitarist Max Light as well as with renowned Edmonton based educators such as Jim Head and Brett Hansen. In his lessons, Ryan ensures that a solid technical and theoretical ability is developed while doing so through learning music relevant to the student.
Ryan’s rate is $30 per half hour.