Orleans - Voice Lessons

andrea kovago (Voice, Piano)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday

Canadian/Hungarian lyric mezzo soprano, Dr. Andrea Kovago is a sought-after lyric mezzo-soprano across Canada and the United States, having been a been a featured soloist with organizations like the Société philharmonique de Montréal, Choeur Sorel-Tracy, the Stewart Hall Singers, Choeur symphonique de Sherbrooke, and the Exultate Chamber Choir and Orchestra. She has performed steadily in the areas of opera, oratorio, chamber music, among others.
Andrea is an active member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing, Royal Conservatory of Music, Ontario Music Teachers Association, Gloucester Music Teachers Association and Conservatory Canada.
Her teaching experiences span more than 25 years which includes work at Dalhousie University, The University of Minnesota, Anoka Ramsey Community College, University of Calgary and the University of Lethbridge Music Conservatory. Andrea’s students excel at recitals, RCM exams, Kiwanis Festivals and the Ottawa NATS Auditions. Several other students have often been accepted into prestigious music schools, pursuing Bachelor of Music degrees for performance, Music Education, Music Therapy and Music Theatre.

Andrea’s rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade Orleans is $28. (English)

ethan ryan (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Voice)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Ethan Ryan is a musician, teacher, and composer who has a deep passion for all things music related. Ethan is in his third year at Carleton University, where he is working towards a Bachelor of Music, and primarily focuses on Guitar Performance, Music Theory, and Composition. He studies multiple genres and styles in his guitar playing, ranging from, Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Latin Jazz, Metal, Rock, Funk, Avant Garde/Experimental, and covers an equally broad amount of theoretical concepts and approaches to music, including Eighteenth Century Common Practice Theory, Modern Jazz and Pop Theory, Tonal Counterpoint, Post-Tonal Theory, and 12 Tone Serialism. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics, an experienced player looking to prep for university, or someone who just wants to explore music deeper for fun, Ethan is excited and eager to help anyone reach their musical goals.

Ethan's rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade Orleans is $23. (English)

julie chery (Piano, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Julie Chery is a passionate teacher, musician and artist born in Ottawa. She began playing Piano at the age of 5 years old. She completed a Bachelor of Music at Carleton University where she studied Piano and Vocals. Julie is an active performer in the Ottawa area in churches and as a session musician. She is also an artist, song writing and producing some of her very own tunes. She carries a passion for exploring genres of music ranging from blues, gospel, pop, kompas and many more.

Julie has 8 years of experience teaching private lessons. As a teacher, Julie believes in giving her students the tools they need to achieve their goals and to develop their own voice on their instrument. She believes that her students should learn music that they are passionate about as well as the fundamentals. Julie is dedicated to help students reach their musical goals.

Julie's rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade Orleans is $24. (English, French)

tayma harb (Piano, Violin, Voice)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Saturday, Sunday

Tayma Harb, a passionate music educator born in Syria, embarked on her on her musical journey at the early age of 4, when she first laid her hands on the piano. Her talent quickly flourished, leading to notable solos at the prestigious Solhi Alwadi Theater. In 2023, at the age of 21, Tayma immigrated to Canada, enriching the cultural tapestry with her musical expertise.
Her musical prowess extended beyond the piano, as she began playing the violin at the age of 7. Tayma showcased her violin virtuosity with solos at the Solhi Alwadi Theatre and performances alongside the Solhi Alwadi Orchestra at the Damascus Opera House. For the past 5 years, she has been imparting her knowledge and love for the violin to aspiring musicians.
At the age of 14, Tayma discovered her vocal talents and ventured into classical singing. She graced numerous choirs and earned solos at the Damascus Opera House as a soprano singer. Aside from the violin she has been sharing her vocal expertise as a dedicated teacher.
Tayma’s unwavering dedication to music education has left an indelible mark on the Syrian musical landscape, inspiring the next generation of musicians to explore their own creative paths.

Tayma's rate per half hour private lesson at Long & McQuade is $24. (English, Arabic)