188 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 - 9:00pm
Tuesdays 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 Lessons

Private 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 - coordinator of the music lessons in Truro

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 Violin Teachers:

Marree MacKenzie - Fiddle, Violin music lessons in Truro

marree mackenzie (Fiddle, Violin)

Registration Request

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Saturday

Marree Mackenzie, originally from Northern Nova Scotia, has had a musical career spanning 27 years. She teaches and performs a wide range of genres, including but not limited to traditional Cape Breton/Celtic, Old-Time fiddle music, and Classical with a fun and varied approach to learning new techniques. Marree has performed as a solo artist as well as with various bands over the years, ranging from Celtic rock, to traditional country. Mentors include but not limited to Jerry Holland, Brenda Stubbert, and Fleur Mainville.

When she is not working for VON or teaching, she spends her spare time learning new songs and techniques, recording with friends, and engaging her children in their musical abilities. "There is music in every child. The teachers job is to find it and nurture it" -Frances Clark. Marree’s rate is $24 per 1/2 hour lesson.

Our Group Lessons:

Mini Musicians "Baby & Me" Beth Terry lessons in Truro

Mini Musicians "Baby & Me" - Beth Terry

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02
Cost: $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 lessons in Truro

Mini Musicians "Movers & Shakers" - Beth Terry

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02
Cost: $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 lessons in Truro

Mini Musicians "Fun with Composers!" - Beth Terry

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-10 to 2024-03-02
Cost: $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.

The LPs James Hill lessons in Truro

The LPs - James Hill

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-31 to 2024-04-10
Cost: $180

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.

Rock Skool Ryan White lessons in Truro

Rock Skool - Ryan White

Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-01-15 to 2024-04-19
Cost: $300

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.