1445 McIntyre Street
Regina, Saskatchewan, S4R 8B5
Lesson Centre: Phone (306) 569-3914
Store Phone: (306) 569-8501
Lesson Centre Email: reginalessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: regina@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 1:00pm - 9:00pmTuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Online video lessons and in studio lessons available now.
Group Lessons
Andrew Kulcsar (Drums) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Andrew has been playing drums since the age of 5 and has been teaching since 2019. He took lessons with Long and McQuade and enjoyed playing in our rock band program as well. Andrew has played live with bands like Frontedtears and Hearts and Knives. He currently plays with band Behind The Days (BTD) and artist ZAYD where they headlined at the Coors Event Centre September 2021. Andrew has studied and taught a wide variety of genres including classic rock, hard rock, blues rock, fusion, jazz, metal, and electronic drumming. His teaching methods include a focus on rudiments, note reading, how to count properly and keep a consistent rhythm, as well as ear training on how to learn and write out drum beats. Andrew teaches drums at the Regina store. His rate is $24 per half-hour.
Anthony Merkel (Tuba, Trumpet, Trombone) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Anthony Merkel is a student at the University of Regina, currently working on his Bachelor of Music in Tuba Performance. He started playing tuba at the age of 12, and has enjoyed participating in both community and university ensembles locally while also taking part in educational tuba institutes with top teachers of the continent and honor groups around the country. His main interests are symphonic tuba, modern solos, discovering effective fundamental routines, and occasionally jazz performance on both trombone and tuba. Aside from tuba, he also has a wide range of musical experiences, including regularly singing in RSO choral concerts, achieving his Grade 9 RCM certificate in Piano, travelling the states in a barbershop chorus, and working at the university as an assistant marker for Theory I-IV. Anthony teaches low brass at the Regina store. His lesson rate is $24 per half-hour.
Avery Hesse (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Avery Hesse has been a student of Long and McQuade for over ten years. She has been studying piano for many years and holds her RCM level 8 for piano and theory. Avery enjoys a wide range of classical repertoire as well as more contemporary styles of music from video games, movies, and various internet media. She also enjoys popular music along with arranging. Avery has consistently participated in recitals and music festivals during her piano studies. She looks forward to sharing her enjoyment of music with her students. Avery is currently offering only online video lessons for the Regina store. Her rate is $24 per half hour.
Brad Evanochko (Guitar, Bass, Rock Skool) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Brad teaches a wide variety of musical styles on the guitar and bass including pop, rock, jazz, blues, and country. Brad has been teaching acoustic and electric guitar and bass since the mid 90's to all ages and abilities. Brad’s strengths include musical theory and technique, melodic improvisation and progressions, composition and ear training. He is involved with local band Sonic Orchid, has recorded and released albums, and performed at many venues throughout Western Canada including the annual summer festival Craven Rock Weekend. He also actively performs in local cover band Dangerous Cheese and 90’s rock band Whatever. Brad is also the coach and instructor for Long and McQuade's very popular Rock Skool program. Brad offers guitar and bass lessons at the Regina location.
His rate is $27 per half hour.
Brandon Dickson (Drums, Hand Drums, Percussion) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Brandon has been playing drums for over a decade and has been teaching since 2013. Brandon also teaches hand percussion for beginner and intermediate levels. He has toured with the Poltava Ukraine Orchestra to Europe and other locations in Canada and he is currently a member of the bands Magnetic and Tribal Vibes. Brandon believes in the equality of all limbs and how to practice proficiently. He is open to all styles of drumming and enjoys implementing world grooves into his teaching and playing. Brandon teaches drum and percussion lessons at the Regina store.
His rate is $24 per half-hour.
Brenda Stettner (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Brenda is a certified elementary and intermediate specialist through the Royal Conservatory of Music. She has been teaching piano, organ, and guitar since 1980. Brenda has experience with MIDI and multi-track recording, she composes and arranges music for herself and her students, and she prepares students for Royal Conservatory examinations and music festivals. Brenda believes in continuous learning and professional development, and is always looking for new ways to teach concepts in private lessons and master classes. Her unique teaching approach has motivated students to become teachers, recording artists, composers, and to generally enjoy making music. Brenda’s students benefit from her lineage, a 3rd generation student of Beethoven. Brenda teaches piano at the Regina store.
Her rate is $27 per half-hour.
Burns James Holland (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Burns has been playing guitar and bass since the early 90's and has been teaching since 2005. He has had extensive training in a wide variety of musical genres including jazz, blues, folk, and metal. Burns has received his advanced theory certificate with the Royal Conservatory of Music and is continuing his studies of advanced harmony. He has performed with many groups over the past 20 years including a church worship group, and his latest project The Android Jackie O. Burns teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina store. His rate is $26 per half-hour.
Dan Silljer (Guitar, Bass) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Dan is an accomplished musician who has shared the stage with an impressive array of talents in a wide variety of styles. Dan has toured with Virgin/Atlantic recording artist & Juno award winner Serena Ryder and Warner Brothers Six Shooter, and Juno award winning artist Jason Plumb formerly of the Waltons. He has also shared the stage with artists around the world including; John Blackwell (drummer for Prince) Greg Boyer (Trombone for Prince and Parliament Funkadelic) Jeff Healey, Bazil Donovan and Glen Milchem (Blue Rodeo),and Kevin Hearns (Barenaked Ladies). Dan brings a wealth of experience and musical knowledge to his students. Well trained in Theory (studied under Much Music Guitar wars winner Jack Semple for two years) Dan can teach a variety of musical styles and theory. Dan teaches guitar and bass at the Regina store. His rate is $28 per half-hour.
Danielle Ulatan (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Danielle Ulatan began playing piano at Long & McQuade at the young age of five. She is a graduate of Luther College High School and currently attends the University of Regina for studies in Pre-Law. For the duration of her high school career, she involved herself in the Luther music program. Danielle participated in her school's band as a flutist. She was also a member of the Luther College Girls Choir, Senior Choir, and Advanced Vocal Ensemble (AVE). Danielle loved to involve herself in music based extra-curricular activities, such as Luther's annual musicals. Throughout her studies in piano, Danielle has participated in many annual concerts, recitals, and even achieved distinction for orchestral piano in the Long & McQuade Music Festival. She is currently working on advanced levels of Royal Conservatory Piano. She looks forward to teaching students and hopes to help them find a passion for music. Danielle teaches piano at the Regina store. Her rate is $24 per half hour.
Dennon Jonasson (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Dennon has been playing guitar and honing in on his technique since the age of seven. He is always advancing his own knowledge and discovering new ways to play the strings and new ways to teach them. He has played in several local bands throughout the city, and is currently working on a solo guitar rock project. Dennon can offer both his guitar and bass students a wide range of material including basic chord progressions and scale positions and advanced virtuoso-esque styles. Whether its country, rock, metal, blues, funk, pop, or punk, he is eager to bring knowledge to anyone willing to have fun and learn! Dennon teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina store. His rate is $25 per half-hour.
Ellen MacPherson (Violin, Cello, Music and Movement (18 months to 3 years)) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Ellen began her musical training studying classical violin. She has been a teacher at Long & McQuade’s Lesson Centre since 2008. As an accomplished musician, she is proficient with both the violin and cello. She specializes in group lessons and teaching children under the age of ten, but welcomes students of all ages and levels of experience. Ellen also has experience teaching students with learning disabilities. Her lessons involve a mixture of all styles of music; including the Suzuki method, Royal Conservatory of Music repertoire, and various popular/contemporary fiddling styles. The student’s interests and goals are the inspiration for the way her lessons are planned. Ellen has recently co-developed and piloted a preschool aged music program – Music and Movement. Ellen teaches violin and cello at the Regina store. Her rate is $25 per half-hour.
Grace Kelln (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Grace Kelln began her musical career at the age of 8, studying piano and singing for Juventus choir. Grace has continued her studies and is working toward advanced levels or RCM piano. Grace has shown amazing aptitude with playing piano as she consistently performs at recitals and various music festivals. She has grown fond of classical works, which is now something she has gained expertise in and looks forward to sharing her knowledge with our students. Grace teaches piano at the Regina store. Her rate is $24 per half hour.
Hannah Wildman B.Mus (Piano, Voice, Percussion) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Hannah Wildman has her Bachelor of Music in Performance from the University of Regina. In university, she specialized in percussion performance playing everything from classical to modern day repertoire. She has also completed her Royal Conservatory Grade 9 piano and Grade 8 Voice as well as Advanced Rudiments theory, and History and Harmony co requisites for Grade 9. Hannah has experience with everything from classical to contemporary music, but her passion lies most in helping students prepare for the Royal Conservatory exams. Hannah loves to share her passion for music with those around her and hopes to inspire her students to use music as a way to enhance their everyday lives. Hanna teaches piano, voice and percussion at the Regina store. Her rate is $26 per half-hour.
Jack Dublanica B.Mus (Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Jack has a BA in Theory and Music History and has been playing the banjo and fiddle for over 30 years. He started teaching in 1995 and has experience teaching all ages of students in both private and group lessons. Jack has played with bluegrass/folk and bluegrass/country bands, including Home Brood, Citybilly, and Cactus Jack and the Rounders. He has performed at the Regina Folk Festival and The Big Valley Jamboree. He is currently a member of Binder Twine and the Bales. Jack teaches 5 string banjo, fiddle and mandolin in many styles including Celtic, Cape Breton and classical. Jack teaches banjo, mandolin and fiddle at the Regina store. His rate is $24 per half-hour.
Jackson Gillis (Violin) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Jackson Gillis has been playing the violin for many years and was a student with Long & McQuade. After 10 years of lessons and learning the Suzuki method with our instructor Natalia Espinosa, he became a substitute instructor and is now excited to join our teaching team! Jackson is a Suzuki focused instructor who will also branch out to other songs and genres that his students are interested in. Jackson teaches violin at the Regina store. His rate is $24 per half hour.
James Raquion (Voice) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
James Raquion is a student at the University of Regina for a Bachelor of Music and Music Education. In High School, he took part in Choir, Band and Drama, along with several musicals. He specializes in performing Classical music but not limited to genres such as Pop, Musical Theatre, and Jazz. He believes that all people can sing, and would love to guide them throughout their singing career. James teaches voice at the Regina store. His lesson rate is $25 per half hour.
Jamie Scarfe (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Jamie has been studying piano for over 10 years. She has her grade 8 piano and all theory co-requisites with the Royal Conservatory of Music. She loves music andtakes part in many music groups at her school including concert band, concert choir, jazz band and vocal jazz. She is also the Principle Percussionist with the South Saskatchewan Youth Orchestra. She is excited to share her knowledge of music with her students. Jamie is currently offering only online video lessons for the Regina store.. Her rate is $24 per half-hour.
Jaselle Tuazon (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Jaselle Tuazon has been playing piano since a very young age. She has completed her Grade 9 RCM piano and Grade 8 piano theory. She is currently working toward completing her Grade 10 RCM piano and her Grade 9 theory. She has competed in competitions at the Conservatory of Music. Jaselle has been involved in various music groups such as Choral, Band and Rockband. She has been the pianist for several years at the Holy Trinity Church. She is classically trained and capable of teaching more contemporary styles of music. Her goal is to create a fun learning environment for her students and to help advance their musical abilities. Jaselle teaches piano at the Regina store. Her rate is $24 per half-hour.
Joelle Nielsen B.Mus (Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Saxophone) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Joelle Nielsen started playing the clarinet 20 years ago, achieving her B.Mus in performance from Brandon University in 2014. During that time she has played with National youth band, pit ensembles for musical theatre productions, and as part of small ensembles that performed with the WSO’s pre-concert series and at ICA’s Clarinet Festival, as well as competing Nationally as part of a chamber group. Joelle has been teaching woodwind clinics in Manitoba and Saskatchewan since 2009, and started teaching privately in North-east Saskatchewan in 2018. Joelle teaches woodwinds at the Regina store. Her rate is $25 per half hour.
Johnny Javier (Guitar, Composition) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Johnny is a versatile musician with years of experience performing and teaching music. He graduated from Edmonton's MacEwan University with a Diploma in Music, majoring in Composition. During his studies, he worked on skills such as sight-reading, ear-training, theory, composition and performance. He has performed in music festivals, cafes and corporate events as part of a group and as a solo performer.
Besides music, his other passion in life is travelling. During his two years of travelling Australia, he taught music and performed with musicians from different countries and cultures. His fondest memory from his time down under was busking on the city streets and performing in open mic nights with his travel mates.
Johnny is eager to share his knowledge and experiences to all his students, regardless of age or skill level. He aims to show how learning music can enrich a person's life. Johnny is currently offering only online video lessons for the Regina store. His rate is $25 per half-hour.
Josh Daly (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Josh has been playing guitar since the age of 7. He has included a wide variety of styles in his guitar playing including rock, pop, jazz, blues, country and melodic rock. Josh's teaching methods include focusing on playing techniques, theory, melodic improvisation, ear training and composition. He also plays and gigs with local Regina bands Hearts and Knives, FrontedTears and Degree Of Being. Josh teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina store. His rate is $25 per half-hour.
Joshua Tumala (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Joshua's musical journey began at a young age when he was first introduced to music by his family, which led him to develop a keen interest in all kinds of music. Joshua enjoys learning, and teaching, classical music, jazz, contemporary and video game pieces, music from different countries around the world, and adding his own touch to music through arranging. Joshua holds an RCM level 8 in piano, was a past Gold Medal recipient (highest mark in the province), and continues to expand on his practical and theoretical knowledge. He actively performs in recitals and music festivals and has won numerous awards and scholarships over the years. Joshua has been offering his services as a substitute teacher with Long and McQuade for the past year and has become a highly sought after instructor. He is fluent in both Filipino and English, and can teach music lessons in both languages. His rate is $24 per half hour.
Katlyn Redding M.Mus., B.Mus Ed. (Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Katlyn Redding is a Regina-based music educator. Katlyn has been teaching band, choir and private lessons for 12 years in Regina and area, including running a successful program in the Prairie Valley School Division. Katlyn has a BMusEd (2010) and a MMus (2019) from the University of Regina where she studied with many great mentors. Outside of school, Katlyn is the president of the Saskatchewan Music Educators Association, Chair-person of the provincial honour groups as well as an active musician. Katlyn lives in Regina with her dog Ginny who loves walk, scratches and treats. Katlyn teaches brass and woodwinds at the Regina store. Her rate is $26 per half hour.
Kristine Beer (Piano, Keyboard, Pre-School, Group Piano, Group Keyboard) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Kristine has her Grade 9 Royal Conservatory Piano and holds a Distinguished Teacher/Examiner Award in popular piano teaching. She is a professional accompanist for vocalists and instrumentalists, and has over twenty-five years of teaching experience. She has co-written and piloted programs for pre-school children and primary piano students. She also enjoys performing and is currently the church pianist at St. James United Church. Kristine specializes in group instruction and young beginners, as well as preparing senior students for examinations and music festivals. Kristine teaches piano at the Regina store. Her rate is $28 per half-hour.
Group lessons and preschool classes available at discounted rates
Lee Stubbe (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Lee Stubbe (M.Mus, B.Mus) started playing piano when he was 8. Alongside classical repertoire, he spent hours learning & arranging songs from radio, games, or favourite albums. He holds an undergraduate degree in piano performance, and enjoys a full-time music career: accompanying singers, choirs and instruments of all levels; performing; and leading choirs, directing his church choir. He has cultivated improvisational skills on piano & harpsichord. Lee has been teaching piano students of all levels for 6 years, believing in cultivating well-rounded musicians: not only able to play written music and lead sheets; but learning and arranging by ear, and creating music through improvisation. A top goal is teaching students to play with effortless technique, free of tension, with a variety of physical approaches. Lee firmly believes students learn best when they feel supported and have fun. He teaches students effective practice habits, and helps set progress goals.
Lisa Nickerson (Piano, Keyboard, Group Piano, Group Keyboard) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Lisa has more than twenty years of experience teaching children and adults, both private and group lessons. She has advanced certification in organ (Grade 7 Conservatory Canada - formerly Western Board of Music), and piano (Royal Conservatory of Music Level 9). She has experience with arranging popular and jazz music as well as creating electronic music arrangements. Lisa focuses on many different aspects of music and includes theory, sight-reading, ear-training, history, classical and pop music in lessons to give her students a well-rounded approach to learning piano. She enjoys incorporating pieces that her students choose as well to help foster a connection to music with each student. She is constantly working on expanding her knowledge as a teacher and loves seeing her students progress and enjoy music. In addition, she leads a music group at church with a focus on popular worship songs. Lisa teaches piano at the Regina store. Her rate is $28 per half-hour. Group lessons available at discounted rates.
Mandy Ubell (Voice, Piano, Composition) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Mandy Ubell holds both a Vocal Performance Diploma, and a Music Production/Engineering Diploma from Selkirk Music College in Nelson, BC. She values the importance of obtaining a strong vocal foundation, including diaphragm breathing and control, proper tone placement, broadening one’s vocal range from low to high notes, pitch correction, vibrato, projection techniques and proper vowel enunciation. Mandy has obtained advanced levels in classical piano and theory with the Royal Conservatory of Music. While encouraging piano students to play what they love, she also tries to open up their ears and minds to trying new genres, while incorporating music theory and history. Mandy has also pursued song-writing and has won multiple National and International awards for her original music. Additionally, she offers guidance on song-writing and provides a mentor approach to her teaching style, which is especially helpful for those up and coming artists who are looking to break into the music industry. Mandy teaches voice, piano and composition at the Regina Store. Her rate is $26 per half hour.
Matt Kaip (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Matt started playing the guitar at a very young age and has never looked back. Through many years of lessons from a number of different instructors, Matt has developed his skills in a variety of genres including: jazz, rock, classical, funk, and reggae to name a few.
At the age of 17, Matt began developing his recording skills, and experienced his first tour. Through his university years, where he obtained his BA/Psci, Matt continued to remain actively involved in music where he joined the University of Regina jazz band and learned more about jazz, improvisation, and arranging. Following this, Matt founded the band The Nancy Ray-Guns, and they released two well received albums: All Those Years of Heart and Homestead. Matt then continued to develop his skills and took occasional lessons from Capilano Jazz College teacher Bill Coon. Also during this time, he began composing and designing audio for mobile games, including making music and sounds for 17 games with Vancouver and Ottawa based Magmic Games. Currently, Matt plays guitar for Robot Hive and has been focusing on his own album Moon Reflected in Water.
Matt has been teaching a wide variety of musical styles for over 30 years and is happy to be returning to Long and McQuade. Matt teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina location. His rate is $27 per half hour.
Matt Lekivetz (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Matt Lekivetz has been playing guitar and bass for over 15 years, and ukulele for over 10. Teaching is a passion of Matt’s, as he enjoys the art of it, and sharing his love of music. Since he is trained and studied several aspects of music, his lessons involve a mixture of all styles. The students’ personal inspiration and goals will determine the lesson path they will take to have fun playing the music they enjoy. Matt teaches guitar, bass and ukulele at the Regina store. His rate is $27 per half hour.
Matthew Nadon (Guitar, Bass) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Matthew Nadon is an experienced guitar and bass player. He was a student with Long & McQuade for many years and continues to expand his knowledge through the tutelage of Ken Burton. Matthew has been a sought after substitute with Long & McQuade and is excited to be joining our team! Matthew enjoys playing live and is currently involved in the bands Zayd, Behind the Days, & Savannah's Freedom. He is looking forward to recording with these bands in the near future. Matthew enjoys playing and teaching a wide range of genres including rock, metal, funk, flamenco, acoustic styles and popular hits. Matthew teaches guitar and bass at the Regina store. His rate is $24 per half hour.
Nat Bowen (Drums) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Nat Bowen has been playing and teaching drums for many years. He became obsessed with drums after his brother brought home a pair of drum sticks and after seeing Nat's excitement, his parents enrolled him in lessons at The Academy of Music (now the Long and McQuade Lesson Centre). Nat's love of drumming inspired him to continue his musical education and he had the opportunity to learn from numerous instructors. After years of study, he returned to Long & McQuade as an instructor to share his love of drumming with others. Nat has been involved in numerous musical projects and marched with the Rider Drumline from 2015 until 2020. Nat is very excited to be returning to teach with Long & McQuade and is excited to show our students how awesome it is to drum! Nat teaches a wide range of musical styles and rudimental techniques. Nat teaches drums at the Regina store. His rate is $25 per half-hour.
Natalia Espinosa (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Mandolin) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Natalia has been playing violin over 30 years and has over 10 years of teaching experience.
She started playing violin at the age of 3 years old at the prestigious academy by international famous Suzuki teacher Yuriko Kuronuma - where she studied under current Chairman of the Japanese String Teacher's Association Shigeru Tachiki. At age 7, Natalia began her studies at the National Conservatory of Mexico City. In 2006, Natalia moved to Canada and she completed her Bachelor of Music Performance and Music History the University of Regina – where she also took several courses in Music Theory, having an interest in Schenkerian theory/analysis. Natalia studied violin under former concertmaster of the RSO - Eduard Minevich and has been playing Cello over 7 years as a student of former principal cellist of the RSO, Cameron Lowe.
Natalia is an accomplished performer, having previously played with the University of Regina Symphony Orchestra, Regina's Community Orchestra, the National Conservatory Symphony Orchestra of Mexico City, Artime, The Ben Winoski Project, Poltava Mandolin Orchestra, and with other local musicians.
Currently, Natalia is working as a Luthier apprentice under Regina's violin maker Gary Robertson.
Natalia teaches violin, viola, cello, mandolin, and upright bass at the Regina store. Her rate is $27 per half-hour.
LANGUAGES: Spanish, English, and German
Nathaniel Schellenberg (Drums, Percussion) Registration Request
Online Lessons: No
Nathaniel Schellenberg has been playing Drums since he was four years old. He has been taking lessons for over a decade and has been taking percussion lessons at the U of R for four years. He is currently enrolled at the U of R in a Bachelor of Music Education Degree (BMUSED). Nathaniel has been playing live gigs and performances with bands and other musical groups since 2016. He has studied extensively in several genres and styles including but not limited to: rock, prog, funk, punk, fusion, jazz, hip hop, and metal. He has also studied basic and advanced rudiments and theory. Nathaniel teaches drums and percussion at the Regina store. His rate is $24 per half-hour.
Nina Maxwell (Piano, Theory, Harmony) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Nina Maxwell is a Royal Conservatory of Music Certified teacher for elementary and intermediate piano. She holds her Grade 9 Piano, and Theory and History/Harmony Grades 9 and 10 with the Royal Conservatory of Music. She continues to expand her knowledge and credentials and is currently studying for her Grade 10 Piano and Elementary Piano Pedagogy through the RCM. Nina has over thirty years of teaching experience with students ranging from the very young to retired seniors. Her specialties include exam preparation (classical, popular, and theoretical) and helping special needs students to achieve success. Nina is listed as a recommended teacher for special needs children with the Autism Resource Centre in Regina. Over the years, many of Nina's students have received outstanding marks on examinations and music festivals, including for a recent Royal Conservatory practical examination session, several Distinction and First Class Honors results, and 2 gold medal winners for the highest mark in the province! Nina has also attended many workshops and seminars on handling stress and uses the Brain Gym techniques as additional learning tools. She is also the accompanist for the Circle of Friends Ladies Choir. Nina teaches piano and theory, including history and harmony, at the Regina lesson centre. Her rate is $28 per half-hour.
Peyton Snow (Voice) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Peyton Snow is a student at the University of Regina, working on his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. He is an avid vocalist who has been a part of various music groups. Most recently, he was a part of the Saskatchewan Youth Choir. In high school, he sang in the Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, and Vocal Jazz Ensembles, also taking part in musicals throughout the year. He has learned a wide array of musical styles through various school classes he took such as Musical Theater, Popular Music, Classical Choral, and Vocal Jazz. Peyton teaches voice at the Regina store. His lesson rate is $24 per half-hour.
Seye Popoola (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Seye Popoola has been teaching piano and theory for many years. He holds theory certificates with the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) and is working toward advanced levels with the Royal Conservatory of Music. He is a church organist and choir director. Seye has accompanied his church choir for performances and has accompanied his choir students who have achieved excellence in their examinations and competitions. He also plays the trumpet, violin and clarinet. Seye teaches piano at the Regina store. His rate is $25 per half hour.
Stina Ulvid (Violin) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Stina Ulvid has been studying music for over 12 years, and has been playing violin for 7. She is currently attending the University of Regina for a Bachelor of Music and Music Education degree. She plays in the UofR Orchestra, and sings in the Concert Choir as well. Stina is trained in the Suzuki method, and teaches both classical and contemporary violin. Stina teaches violin at the Regina store. Her rate is $24 per half hour.
Tia Gibson (Piano) Registration Request
Online Lessons: Yes
Tia Gibson believes that all people are capable of learning music and she thoroughly enjoys walking through the learning process with her students. She has earned her Level 8 Royal Conservatory of Music certification, with First Class Honors. She has also participated in many music festivals and earned several 1st and 2nd place awards, including one for original composition and one for quick study. Tia has 5 years of experience teaching students of varying ages and abilities and is known for her warmth, care and patience. Tia is currently offering only online video lessons for the Regina store.
Her rate is $25 per half-hour.
