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Truro - Piano Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details188 Robie Street
Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N 1L1
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text 902-920-4401
Store Phone: 902-920-4400
Lesson Centre Email: trurolessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: truro@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Mondays 10:00am - 9:00pmTuesdays 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesdays 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursdays 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Fridays 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Outside of these hours please feel free to leave a message for us at 902-920-4401 and we’ll return your call as soon as possible or if you’d prefer, you may contact our store at 902-920-4400.
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Welcome to Truro's state-of-the-art music lesson centre located at 188 Robie Street. We are proud to offer 6 well equipped lesson studios, 2 large group lesson studios, and Truro's finest faculty of independent music teachers. If you've ever aspired to learn a musical instrument, this is the place for you! Whether you want to take guitar lessons, piano lessons, or perhaps always wanted to sing, whatever your choice, our music teachers are here to help you on your journey. For more information on our music lessons, call Sarah at 902-920-4401.
Group Lessons
Lessons Coordinator
Sarah Glinz
Sarah is thrilled to be giving back to the to the music community where she grew up as Lessons Coordinator here at Long & McQuade. With a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education, Sarah has been an avid music educator for the past 10 years teaching private vocal and piano lessons, directing local children's choirs, and as music director of the Marigold Spotlight Youth Theatre program.
In her spare time Sarah performs with her music group Brigid, and is a busy mom to her three wonderful children. As both an educator and a parent, she knows how much of an impact music can make in a child's life and is passionate about sharing the gift of music with others!
Our Piano Teachers:
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: classical, jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Ibukun is a pianist with a passion for all musical genres, including classical, pop, rock, jazz, musical theatre, and more. He is also a multidisciplinary performer, composer, and music director. Ibukun has been a self-taught pianist ever since his interest in the piano began during his senior year of high school. He made the decision to take music more seriously and began taking classes from professors and accomplished musicians. Ibukun wants to give students a comfortable environment where they can express themselves creatively and make them feel and enjoy every note they play. As a performer, his music captivates audiences with its delicacy and thoughtful humour.
Ibukun holds a certificate in Music Technology from The Polytechnic Ibadan, a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from the University of Lagos, and a Master’s in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. Ibukun’s rate is $25 per 1/2 hour private lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: classical
Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday
Michelle is a mother and an elementary school teacher. Throughout her teacher career she has been school music teacher for 7 years of her 19 year career. Having played piano since the age of four, Michelle has a love of music that she expresses through many musical outlets.
Michelle has recently moved back to her hometown of Truro after three years teaching in the North, and is looking forward to nurturing young musicians in her home community! Michelle's rate is $24 per 1/2 hour lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
From a long line of Celts (Cape Breton, prior to that Western Highlands of Scotland), Rhonda MacLellan has been performing and teaching Celtic music – fiddling with interspersed vocals – for more than 30 years. This type of fiddling is also for those that want to learn to play by ear and capture the harmonies and counterparts on a fiddle; additionally, learn to perform. Rhonda will also be teaching chording and accompaniment on piano. Rhonda has done a lot of solo work, plus played, and sung with numerous bands, choirs and orchestras, all including a large component of solo/leads. A few examples of performing and teaching – opening act (solo fiddle and vocals) on the Vanoc Stage at the 2010 Olympics, International choir ‘Spiritsong’ that toured Europe, taught fiddle at College of the Rockies in BC, two Messiah choirs, and presently keyboardist for Caledonian Orchestra of NS. Welcoming all skill levels including beginners age 7 and up. Rhonda’s rate is $26 for a 1⁄2-hour private lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: classical
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Sappho Thompson is a grade 12 I.B. student at Cobequid Educational Centre. She has played piano since age 5 and is currently working on her Grade 10 certificate at the Royal Conservatory of Music. In 2022 she was selected as a qualifier for the Provincial Music Festival of Nova Scotia and has competed locally for several years, winning awards including the Truro Music Festival Cup in piano and voice. She also plays clarinet in the CEC Symphonic Band and the Nova Scotia Youth Wind Ensemble. Sappho has taught private lessons from her home studio and is excited to share her passion for music with others here at Long & McQuade! Sappho's rate is $22 per 1/2 hour private lesson.
Our Group Lessons:
Mini Musicians "Baby & Me" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02Cost: $120
Babies love Music! This 8 week program introduces your child to singing, easy to use musical instruments, and movement that will help with fine motor development. It's a wonderful way to bond with your little one!
Designed for babies up to 23 months.
Two class options:
- Wednesdays 9:30am
- Saturdays 9:15am
8 week program is $120.
Mini Musicians "Movers & Shakers" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02Cost: $120
Movers & Shakers is a great class for a busy little person! Throughout the program your child will get hands-on with rhythm instruments and will be introduced to musical signs and symbols that are used regularly in music. We will sing, dance, and have fun with music!
Designed for children age 2-4 years.
Three class options:
- Wednesdays 10:15am
- Saturdays 10:00am
- Saturdays 10:45am
8 week program is $120.
Mini Musicians "Fun with Composers!" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02Cost: $120
Fun With Composers! From Beethoven to the Beatles, we will learn about how some of the most popular songs were created, what instruments were used, and interesting facts about the composers! There will be a mix of classical and modern composers, and child will get hands on with various instruments and we will even compose our own song!
Designed for children age 5-8 years.
- Saturdays 11:30am
8 week program is $120.
Welcome to The Long Players, a.k.a. "The LPs"! We're a weekly music class for young people in Truro, Nova Scotia. We make music, have fun, and play concerts in the community.
- The LPs is a multi-instrument, multi-age, multi-level ensemble
- Ukuleles, guitars, pianos, recorders and more are welcome. Students may select a primary and a secondary instrument. Percussionists are required to have a secondary instrument.
- The minimum age for students in The LPs is 6 years old but there is no maximum age! Parents are encouraged to also register as musicians and to play long with the band.
- The LPs welcomes beginners and experienced players alike. Our lessons and arrangements aim to engage students at the level of challenge appropriate for them.
- 12 session program costs $180 per musician. This includes 10 practices and 2 performance opportunities.
- Wednesdays 4pm-5pm at Long & McQuade (188 Robie St, Truro NS)
- Registration limited to 10 musicians.
Experience the thrill of rehearsing and performing in a Rock Band! Students gain skills in rhythm and lead guitar, bass, drums, percussion, keyboards and vocals under the guidance of experienced instructors. Popular and contemporary rock standards are rehearsed while you learn about lighting techniques, sound and stage set up. A performance at the end of each session is a showcase of young talent.
12 week program is $300.
