447 Kenmount Road
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 3P9

Lesson Centre: Phone (709) 753-1893

Store Phone: (709) 753-1885

Fax: (709) 753-8767

Lesson Centre Email: stjohnslessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: stjohns@long-mcquade.com

Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED

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Find qualified music teachers at St. John’s largest music lesson centre! Conveniently located on the west end of Kenmount Road, we offer quality musical instruction for all skill levels on a variety of instruments! We specialize in all styles of music, from rock and pop to classical and even traditional fiddle and accordion, unique to our Newfoundland heritage! Our outstanding teachers provide a comfortable environment for guitar lessons, piano lessons, whatever your interest may be! Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 9pm and Saturdays 9am to 5pm, we offer flexible scheduling in our 14 well-equipped studios. There are no registration fees for lessons and no commitment is required! We also provide recitals twice yearly free of charge for all students, friends and family! Call one of our friendly lessons associates at 709-753-1893 to book a lesson and begin your musical journey today!

Group Lessons

Our Mandolin Teachers:

Damien Roy - Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Theory, Bass Guitar music lessons in St. John

damien roy (Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Theory, Bass Guitar)

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Teaching Style: rock

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

Damien has been teaching music since 1997.He is an author, composer, arranger, musician and music publisher. He studied at the Conservatoire de Saintes, France, and has a degree from The Music Academy International de Nancy (Partner with Berkley Music College). Damien was an Ibanez guitar instructor in France for 13 years and an entry examiner for the Music Academy International de Nancy. Damien has played with a finalist participant of the French version of The Voice, has toured in Europe, Newfoundland and St Pierre with several pop rock bands, performed in rock operas and wrote and performed for A CBC documentary. He teaches guitar (classical to metal!), electric bass, ukulele , theory , song writing , and composition; Damien has also published 5 educational music books ! (Damien donne des leçons en français également). Damien also teaches our Friday Jam Class as well as workshop classes that focus on Groove, Rhythm, Musical genres, Music history, Music Theory, Composition, Musical arrangements and Group Work. Damien's rate is $26 per half hour lesson.

Jamie Moran - Drums, Percussion, Guitar, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Tenor Banjo music lessons in St. John

jamie moran (Drums, Percussion, Guitar, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Tenor Banjo)

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Teaching Style: rock

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

Jamie Moran has been a performer and educator in various music circles since 2014. A graduate of the MUN School of Music, he has performed with many ensembles including the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra and Scruncheons Percussion Ensemble among others. Jamie is also the percussionist for Cabot Power, and performs with other local artists including The Celtic Fiddlers. Besides percussion, Jamie plays many different instruments including guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bodhran, banjo, drums, and he also sings. Jamie has traveled the province multiple times performing and leading workshops in various capacities. As an educator, Jamie is both a private and substitute music teacher. As an advocate for music, he is a board member with both the Newfoundland and Labrador Band Association and the CFM Local 820. His rate is $25 per half hour lesson.

Steve Murphy - Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Theory, Bass Guitar music lessons in St. John

steve murphy (Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Theory, Bass Guitar)

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Teaching Style: classical

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

Born in Baie Verte, NL, Steve is a guitarist and composer with over 20 years of teaching experience. He received his B.M. (Performance) from Acadia University, and his M.M. (Performance) from Memorial University. His compositions have been performed across Canada, and featured in theatre, video games, and television.
Steve’s students have won Gold Medals in RCM exams, and received awards and scholarships through Kiwanis Festival performances. His ukulele group features “ukulele orchestra” style arrangements, and singalongs where students of any level can join in the fun! He runs the Classical Guitar Ensemble, as well as the Long & McQuade Classical Guitar Camp, a summer intensive that brings teachers from across Canada to St. John's for a series of concerts and masterclasses. His rate is $26 per half hour lesson.

Our Group Lessons:

Group Jam Session Damien Roy lessons in St. John

Group Jam Session - Damien Roy

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-07-08 to 2024-07-19
Cost: $250 each week - per student

Camps runs July 8th - 12th and July 15th - 19th for 3 hours each day. Choose from a morning or afternoon slot. At the end of each week there is a free performance for friends and family. Previous playing experience necessary. Ages 13-17

Group Jam Session Damien Roy lessons in St. John

Group Jam Session - Damien Roy

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-07-22 to 2024-07-26
Cost: $250 each week - per student

Camp runs from July 22nd - 26th for 3 hours each day. Choose from a morning or afternoon slot. Students can work on their melody and lyrics solo or in a group while receiving expert knowledge and instruction. Previous playing experience necessary. Ages 13-17.

Group Ukulele Session Steve Murphy lessons in St. John

Group Ukulele Session - Steve Murphy

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-06 to 2024-06-22
Cost: $20 per 1-hour drop in class

Drop in classes are every Saturday at 1pm until June 22nd. Beginners & experts of all ages welcome. Join the Society!

Group Jam Session Steve Murphy lessons in St. John

Group Jam Session - Steve Murphy

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-06-24 to 2024-06-28
Cost: $220 for the week - per student

Camp runs from June 24th - 28th. Each 4 hour day is filled with guest artists, masterclasses, ensemble work and more. Previous playing experience necessary. Ages 13-17.