Belleville - Theory Lessons

Kyle DiTomaso

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Jimmy Rodgers (Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Merlin, Bass Guitar, Theory)

Online Lessons:

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

Jimmy offers In-Person or Online music lessons on Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Merlin and Banjo to all ages at Long & McQuade Belleville.

Jimmy Rodgers started playing guitar around the age of 12 years old and has been on his musical journey ever since.
Watching and learning from the multiple musicians in his family he was able to hone his skills. With time and years of practice Jimmy branched out onto numerous other instruments.
Jimmy’s love of performing music has led to playing all over the Hastings and Quinte areas as one half of the duo, The Rodgers Boys. He is also known for his Lead Guitar work in the Rock Band "Beyond the Call".
His teaching style is individualized to each student and not genre specific.
From complex musical theory to just basic chords, meeting people at their level is his main focus in teaching.

Jimmy’s Lesson Rate is $27/Half Hour Lesson

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

Online Lessons:

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

Want to sing and/or play your favourite songs with confidence? Joëlle teaches vocals, piano, guitar, and ukulele, specializing in Pop, R&B, Lo-Fi, Folk, and Rock. Whether you're just starting out or hoping to build on your skills, Joëlle offers personalized lessons to support your musical journey.

Interested in writing and recording music? Joëlle offers songwriting and production guidance, plus access to a cozy studio to help shape your unique style and bring your songs to life in a comfortable, creative environment.

With 20+ years of teaching and 30+ years of performance, songwriting, and recording experience, Joëlle holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (voice) from the University of Toronto and continues studying vocal anatomy and pedagogy with Dr. Shannon Coates. This year, they’re releasing four new singles on all streaming platforms with their band, Ten Moon - come catch them on tour this August

Joëlle offers In-Person and Online Private and Group music lessons on Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Songwriting and Theory to all ages at Long & McQuade Belleville.
Joëlle's Lesson Rate is $29/Half Hour Lesson

Spencer Barriage (Piano, Theory, Ear Training)

Online Lessons:

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

Spencer offers In-Person Private music lessons on Piano, RCM, Theory, and Ear Training to students aged 7+ of all experience levels at Long & McQuade Belleville

Spencer has been playing music since the age of 11, studying through the Royal Conservatory method.
Early in his studies, he became a church pianist up until attending Western University to further pursue his musical education.
After attaining a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Philosophy, he joined the Deagu theatre group as a piano accompanist and musical director while overseas.
Returning to Canada, he continued teaching privately and playing with local bands as well as working with various theatre groups.
Lessons are based on students’ goals in music and what is needed to reach those goals, including technique, theory, RCM certification prep, or ear training.
Students Aged 7+ of all experience levels are welcome.

Spencer's Lesson Rate is $27/Half Hour Lesson