28 Roy Boulevard
Belleville, Ontario, K8N 0L9

Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (343) 600-0125

Store Phone: (343) 600-0124

Lesson Centre Email: bellevillelessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: belleville@long-mcquade.com

Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED

This Location Offers:

Online Lessons All Lessons

Private Lessons

Our instructors cater to students of all ages and skill levels, personalizing lesson plans to align with your specific objectives, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player. Whether you want to learn a new instrument, enhance your existing skills, receive guidance on home recording, or master your favorite song, our private instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your musical goals!

- some teachers even offer group lessons ranging from $40 to $45 per half-hour, so you can learn with a friend or family member. After all, making music is more fun together!

Check out the details of our exceptional lesson teachers below.

Lessons Coordinator

Kyle DiTomaso - coordinator of the music lessons in Belleville

Kyle DiTomaso

Kyle began his musical journey at the age of 12 with the Sea Cadets in Belleville, where he developed a passion for brass instruments ranging from tuba to trumpet. Since then, he has built a diverse performance career, playing with ensembles such as The Commodores, The Frank Howard Orchestra, The Quinte Symphony, The Nepean All-City Jazz Band, and the 8 Wing Brass & Reed Band.

Today, Kyle is an active performer in the Quinte area, playing with Cue The Funk, Brass Action, The Hastings County, the Trenton and Belleville Concert Bands, and the 8 Wing Band, along with many other local projects.

In addition to his performance experience, Kyle manages the Lesson Centre and Band & Orchestra department at Long & McQuade in Belleville. He is passionate about helping students of all ages find the right teacher, instrument, and pathway to achieve their musical goals. His future aspirations include directing a concert band and continuing to share his love of music through both performance and promoting music education.

Contact Kyle directly at:
E:[email protected]
P:343-600-0125
Snail Mail:
Long & McQuade Lesson Centre
28 Roy Boulevard
Belleville, Ontario
K8N 0L9

Our Songwriting Teachers:

Joëlle Turner - Voice, Piano, Ukulele, Songwriting, Theory, Recording, Guitar music lessons in Belleville

Joëlle Turner (Voice, Piano, Ukulele, Songwriting, Theory, Recording, Guitar)

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Online Lessons:

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

Want to sing or play your favorite songs with confidence? Joëlle offers personalized music lessons in voice, piano, guitar, and ukulele—specializing in Pop, R&B, Lo-Fi, Folk, and Rock. Whether you're a total beginner or looking to take your skills to the next level, Joëlle will meet you where you are and help you grow from there.

Passionate about creativity and self-expression, Joëlle also offers guidance in songwriting and music production. Lessons can include hands-on time in a cozy, welcoming studio—designed to support students as they explore their unique sound and bring original songs to life in a comfortable, creative environment.

With over 20 years of teaching experience and more than 30 years in performance, songwriting, and recording, Joëlle brings a wealth of knowledge to every lesson. They hold a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (Voice) from the University of Toronto and continue to deepen their expertise by studying vocal anatomy and pedagogy with renowned educator Dr. Shannon Coates.

Joëlle is also an active recording artist. With their band Ten Moon, they are releasing four new singles this year—catch them on tour this August!

Lesson Rate: $30 per half-hour session.