20 Meg Drive
London South, Ontario, N6E 2X9

Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (519) 286-0999

Store Phone: (519) 433-2434

Lesson Centre Email: londonsouthlessons@long-mcquade.com

Store Email: londonsouth@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 - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Our Composition Teachers:

Danial Derakhshan - Piano, Composition music lessons in London South

Danial Derakhshan (Piano, Composition)

Registration Request

Online Lessons: No

Teaching Day(s): Monday

Danial is a composer and pianist with over ten years of experience teaching piano, theory, composition, electronic music, and ear training in both private and academic settings. He holds a Master’s degree in Music Composition from Western University and a Bachelor’s in Piano Performance from Iran. His student-focused approach supports each learner’s musical interests—whether classical, popular, jazz, or experimental—and encourages creative exploration. Danial welcomes students of all ages and levels, helping them build their skills while making music they genuinely enjoy. His rate is $28.00 per half-hour private lesson.

Kayla Whipple - Piano, Theory, Composition music lessons in London South

Kayla Whipple (Piano, Theory, Composition)

Registration Request

Online Lessons: No

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

Kayla Whipple has been playing piano and composing since the age of 9. She continued studying piano through her post-secondary education and received her honours Bachelor's degree at Brock University in 2018. While at university, she was able to take classes in theory, composition, and piano pedagogy, alongside participating in many recitals and performance opportunities. Kayla recently won an Ontario-wide composition contest, and is preparing for her ARCT piano exam through the Royal Conservatory of Music. She is passionate about teaching, and enjoys applying unique strategies to help students explore their creativity in a fun and exciting way. Kayla's rate is $28.00/half hour private lesson.

MJ Idzerda - Composition, Group music lessons in London South

MJ Idzerda (Composition, Group)

Registration Request

Online Lessons: No

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday

With over 45 years inventing and improvising new age, prog, fusion, and electronic music, MJ’s lifelong exploration of sound shapes his intuitive approach to teaching. Rooted in Grade 8 Royal Conservatory piano and college level art and design, MJ played keys with 1990s Toronto alternative bands, later spending several years in the London avant-garde scene with groups like Eric Stach’s ‘Free Music Unit’ and Dennis Siren's 'Art of Streaming'. Focusing on interactive, free-play techniques, MJ fosters creative, spontaneous music-making to instill confidence for musicians of all skill levels on any instrument. MJ's rate is $28.00/half-hour private lesson.

Our Group Lessons:

 Angela Gjurichanin lessons in London South

- Angela Gjurichanin

Lesson Registration Dates: 2026-07-20 to 2026-07-24
Cost: $275 per student

SINGERS WANTED!

Angela is looking for singers who are looking to elevate their singing to the next level in a fun summer camp-like environment that is guaranteed to be fun, relaxed, insightful, and maybe even LIFE CHANGING! For 2 hours everyday, 5 days straight, Angela will work with students of all skill levels to create a summer to remember that will leave students excited to come back, and exhausted by the time they get home, with singing games, camp activities, and as always, a big smile!

From July 20th to 24th, at 10am-12pm.
No other materials required.

 Greg Gowan lessons in London South

- Greg Gowan

Lesson Registration Dates: 2026-07-27 to 2026-07-31
Cost: $500 per student

Ever wanted to play a woodwind instrument? During this week, each student will get the chance to try a saxophone, clarinet, and flute during Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. On Thursday, students will pick an instrument to play with their peers. Finally, students showcase their new skills on Friday with a mini show!

From July 27th to 31st, at 10am-3pm.
Bring your own lunch.
Instruments are provided at no extra charge.

 Greg Gowan lessons in London South

- Greg Gowan

Lesson Registration Dates: 2026-08-24 to 2026-08-28
Cost: $500 per student

Ever wanted to play a brass instrument? During this week, each student will get the chance to try various brass instruments during Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. On Thursday, students will pick an instrument to play with their peers. Finally, students showcase their new skills on Friday with a mini show!

From August 24th to 28th, at 10am-3pm.
Bring your own lunch.
Instruments are provided at no extra charge.

 Seyram Afealete lessons in London South

- Seyram Afealete

Lesson Registration Dates: 2026-08-04 to 2026-08-07
Cost: $320 per student, or $600 for two students

Join us for 4 days of learning how to play violin on your own and with a group!
It's a fun crash course of musical games, learning about the violin, and eventually playing a piece with your peers in a mini show at the end of the week!

From August 4th to 7th, at 10am-3pm.
Bring your own lunch.
Violin rental additional $13+tax for the week.