Nanaimo - Piano Lessons

Andrew Rollins (Batterie, Guitare, Piano)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Vendredi, Dimanche

Andrew studied music at V.I.U and has been playing and recording on Vancouver Island and the mainland since 2000, with artists including Myc Sharratt, Josh Gellman, and The Basin Boys. Drumset, guitar, and piano are his instruments of choice, with a focus on writing and performing original music. His rate is $32.00 per half hour

Angela Wilson (Chant, Piano)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Samedi

Angela Wilson is a dynamic vocalist, piano player, and composer from Nanaimo, BC. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from Vancouver Island University. Most recently, Angela has been teaching music privately and performing at a variety of local venues on the island including the Vault Café, the Queens, and Hermann's Jazz Club, and also frequently plays music on her church's worship team. Angela is well-versed in multiple styles of music such as R&B, soul, neo-soul, pop, funk, jazz, alternative, CCM, and gospel. She believes providing hands-on experience is essential to her students' musical development. Angela values a holistic music education approach which helps students of all ages achieve their goals. Her rate is $32 per half hour

Arvon Brunt (Chant, Piano)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi

Arvon studied at VIU and has performed throughout the Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo, and her work was behind the musical success of the Nanaimo Theatre Group’s productions of Godspell and Cabaret. Arvon is brimming with enthusiasm for teaching and she brings out the very best in those who work with her.
Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Elan Tombs (Piano, Chant, Enregistrement)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Jeudi, Vendredi

Elan Tombs teaches piano, voice and music producing at Long and McQuade. He has been playing music since he was 6 years old, and graduated from the VIU jazz program in 2020. Elan has been teaching music since 2019. He creates a calm and fun atmosphere for all ages and skill levels to learn more about music. His rate is $33.00 per half hour.

James Darling (Piano)

Cours en ligne: Non

Styles enseignés: jazz

Jours d'enseignement: Mardi, Mercredi, Vendredi, Dimanche

Since 2004 James has worked as a professional pianist, performing a wide range of genres in many different contexts such as playing on cruise ships, playing for musicals, accompanying choirs, playing in cover bands and performing alongside many of the best jazz musicians on the island in clubs and at festivals.

James has taught piano since 2015 and is passionate about sharing his knowledge of music with students.

He holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU where he studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy and Bill Costin.

Patti George (Piano)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Mercredi, Vendredi, Samedi

Patti George studied with the Associated Board of Royal School of Music in Belize, Central America where she began teaching piano and music theory in 2007. Since moving to Canada in 2023, she has achieved her Teacher Certification from the Royal Conservatory of Music. Patti's goal will always be to develop musicians with a strong musical foundation-whether the goal is to pursue music long term, or to explore and learn for pleasure- all students are welcome! Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Susie Craven (Instruments à cuivre, Piano, Trompette, Cor français, Trombone, Tuba, Théorie)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mercredi, Vendredi

Susie Craven holds a Bachelor of Music (Honours) from the University of Victoria. With over
30 years of teaching experience on a variety of instruments: trumpet, piano, French horn,
trombone, tuba, brass quintet and music theory, she has accumulated a wealth of knowledge
on teaching techniques and exam preparation. She enjoys teaching immensely and has had
students from the ages of 5 to 85 years. She plays with local groups, including the
Arrowsmith Big Band, and sings in a local choir. She runs a music studio in Qualicum Beach
and works as a freelance musician, having toured and performed throughout BC and
Alberta. Her rate is $33 per half hour.

Teighan Couch (Piano, Chant, Guitare)

Cours en ligne: Non

Jours d'enseignement: Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi

Originally from Ottawa, ON, Teighan moved to Nanaimo with dreams of becoming a vocalist with inspiration from her favourite jazz artists Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson. With a Bachelor of Music at Vancouver Island University she has taken a keen interest in jazz studies and vocal improvisation. She can be seen performing locally at venues like the Port Theatre, the Vault Cafe and the Flying Canoe. She is excited to share her ardent knowledge of music and voice with students of all levels. Her rate is $32 per half hour.