Nanaimo - Drums Lessons

Ben Darwin (Drums)

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Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Ben studied at VIU and received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz. Accepting all skill levels from beginner to advanced, Ben teaches skills and techniques that are both enjoyable and fulfilling in a variety of different styles. His rate is $32 per half hour.

Graham Villette (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday

Graham Villette has been playing music professionally since the age of 15 and teaching drum set since 2015. He earned a Masters’ Degree in Jazz Performance from The University of Toronto after completing a BA in Jazz Studies at Vancouver Island University in 2017. Having grown up on Vancouver Island, Graham is an active member of the music community as both a freelance musician, bandleader and teacher. You can hear him at BC venues including Hermann’s Jazz Club in Victoria, Frankie’s Jazz Club in Vancouver, and the Lighthouse Bistro & Pub in Nanaimo. Over the years, Graham has had the great fortune to share the stage with some of the best musicians in Canada and abroad. He has been lucky to work in local bands like the NMA Big Band, with Bryan Stovell, the NOLA Nighthawks, with Andrew Homzy, and he is frequently found performing with the John Lee Trio. Hi rate is $32 per half hour.

Phil Wipper (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Phil has been performing and teaching drums professionally since the mid 80s. Whether students are just starting out, playing for fun, or want to further advance their craft, Phil always tries to emphasize a broad overview of drumming concepts, techniques and styles; as well as give his students the knowledge and advice needed to further apply those skills professionally or otherwise. Phil currently works with award-winning and three-time June-nominated children’s performers The Kerplunks, as well as the ever popular local-favourites, Johnny Inappropriate and Wunderbread.
His rate is $33 per half hour.