Port Coquitlam - Drums Lessons

Alan Tabz (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

Alan started his music journey back in the mid 80’s as a teenager and toured the globe playing in diverse music styles and performing with outstanding musicians. Alan is a passionate teacher who has experience working with students of all ages and skill levels and is happy to help students grow and learn, no matter their musical background. Teaching Drums in different genres of music and spreading the joy of playing it is his passion. Alan's rate is $31.00 per half hour lesson.

Drew Christie (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Drew studied at Capilano University as well as with many top North American drummers and has been teaching drums privately for over a decade. He has been a studio musician and live performer for over 20 years. In his teaching, Drew focuses on providing a fun environment while students learn about groove, technique, theory and reading. Drew's rate is $32.00 per half hour lesson.

Jason Ritchie (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Sunday

Born into a family of musicians, Jason has been performing on stage since he was 6 years old. By the age of 17, he was an active member of 7 different bands and ensembles, professionally performing and recording. Jason has taught drumming and performance for over 10 years and is able to relate to students of all ages and mindsets. He excels at tailoring his lessons to accommodate each student's individual motivations. Students will become interested and excited about learning music and become more confident and successful on the drums. Jason's rate is $30.00 per half hour lesson.

Mike Williams (Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Mike Williams teaches acoustic and electric guitar, drums, bass guitar, ukulele and songcraft. A seasoned musician and educator with more than three decades of professional playing and teaching experience, he began performing professionally in 1990 and has extensive live and touring experience in punk rock and metal bands. Mike also has extensive experience in digital recording and mixing and has produced instructional videos that have received several million views. He previously taught at Long & McQuade Musical Instruments from 2005 to 2015 and is excited to return after more than a decade. A two-time Vancouver Guitar Shred-Off winner and Canadian FACTOR arts grant recipient, he teaches students from beginner to advanced levels in all styles, specializing in rock, metal, and blues. His drum instruction includes both traditional and matched grip techniques and advanced approaches to modern rock and metal playing. Mike focuses on strong fundamentals while helping students learn the music they are most passionate about. Mike’s rate is $32.00 per half hour lesson.

Ryan Van Poederooyen (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

Ryan started teaching drums in 1998. His lessons have a linear structure helping students build on technical skills, and song learning. He tours professionally and records albums for the Canadian band, Imonolith and was a touring/studio drummer for Canadian artist Devin Townsend. He is a guest educator at Drumeo, and as session drummer has recorded albums for producers such as Chad Kroeger (Nickleback), Jay Van Poederooyen (Simple Plan, Chris Daughtrey) Brian Howes and others. Ryan's rate is $35.00 per half hour lesson.

Sherri Chisholm (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Sherri has been playing drums professionally for over 20 years. She has toured Canada and the USA with a variety of artists. Sherri enjoys all styles of music and being part of a band/ ensemble. As an educator, she focuses on positive energy and emotion that music and rhythm bring into people’s lives. Her approach is fun, easy, innovative, and geared to her students needs. Whether a student is learning for their own enjoyment or to be part of an ensemble, Sherri will help you enjoy the world of drums! Sherri’s rate is $30.00 per half hour lesson.

Simon Adam (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Friday

Simon has been involved with music since the age of 5 starting with trumpet and piano. Simon picked up the drums at the age of 12 making this his primary focus. Following his passion, he focused his studies on the great players in Jazz, Rock, Metal and Progressive Rock, soon becoming well known in the local Vancouver progressive rock scene and an international recording artist on numerous releases. He has over 40 years of musical experience, 35 years of drumming and over 25 years of teaching and instruction. Simon looks forward to sharing his skills and experience with new students creating a fun and enjoyable learning environment. Simon's rate is $30.00 per half hour lesson.