James Warren Morris (Clarinet, Composition, Flute, Woodwinds, Saxophone) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Saturday
James graduated from Humber College studying saxophone, flute, and clarinet, and has completed a Masters of Music from Berklee College of Music. He has been teaching lessons for over 7 years privately around the Markham region. He is freelance composer and performs at corporate events in the GTA. He loves to teach his students a variety of genres including jazz, classical, blues and contemporary. James believes in establishing a strong foundation for musical appreciation so that his students are able to perfect a variety of techniques as well as develop a lifelong connection with music.
James' rate is $30.00/30min lesson
Jamie Moran (Drums, Percussion, Guitar, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Tenor Banjo) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock, , , , , ,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
Jamie Moran has been a performer and educator in various music circles since 2014. A graduate of the MUN School of Music, he has performed with many ensembles including the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra and Scruncheons Percussion Ensemble among others. Jamie is also the percussionist for Cabot Power, and performs with other local artists including The Celtic Fiddlers. Besides percussion, Jamie plays many different instruments including guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bodhran, banjo, drums, and he also sings. Jamie has traveled the province multiple times performing and leading workshops in various capacities. As an educator, Jamie is both a private and substitute music teacher. As an advocate for music, he is a board member with both the Newfoundland and Labrador Band Association and the CFM Local 820. His rate is $25 per half hour lesson.
Janel Jarvis (Online Lessons Only) (Piano) Registration Request
Janel received her education and training in music, recreation and fitness as well as dance and movement, and has been teaching classes in these intersecting areas for nearly 25 years. She develops and implements music and movement programs for people of all ages: babies and preschoolers, elementary, high school and post secondary and the general community. She understands the importance of putting one’s teaching into practice and is an accomplished performer. Janel is currently the vocalist for a 5 piece jazz ensemble as well as a trio, and accompanies music exams, auditions, and a local church choir.
Her rate is $25 per half hour lesson.
Jasmine Moore (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Theory) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Jasmine Moore is a classically trained flautist with experience playing baroque flute, piccolo, clarinet, and saxophone in various ensembles from chamber music to large ensembles throughout Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. She has a Bachelor of Music degree where she studied under Paolo Borolussi and Mark McGregor. She believes in creating a well-rounded musical experience for her students while allowing them to explore and grow within their own musical interests. Her rate is $30 per half hour.
Jean-François Robitaille (Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, French Horn, Euphonium, Guitar) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday
Jean-François, bass trombonist, holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Ottawa and a bachelor's degree in music education from Université de Laval. He has been teaching music at the high school level for several years. He also coordinated the music concentration program in the Outaouais region. He has been a member of several musical ensembles;
Union Musicale de Shawinigan, Orchestre à vents du Cente-du-Québec, Orchestre à vents de Victoriaville, Orchestre Symphonique de l'Université de Sherbrooke and Orchestre à vents des Enseignants de musique du Québec.
He continues his training in musical direction.
(trumpet lessons, trombone lessons, tuba lessons, guitar lessons).
Jeffery Mosher (Sax, Beginner Guitar, Beginner keyboard) Registration Request
Teaching Style: classical, jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Jeffery has a Bachelors of Arts with a major in music [saxophone] from Dalhousie , University. He played with the back up band to the Platters, Dan Aykroyd and the Blues Brothers, and others. Currently he is front man for the Mellotones and the Metric System. He has taught at Summer Rock, and the Acadia Jazz Camp, as well as privately. His rate for a 1/2 hour private lesson is $27.00.
Jeffrey Black (Piano, Guitar) Registration Request
Recently transplanted from Alberta, Jeff Black brings over 15 years of performance experience, and 5+ years of teaching experience in both piano and guitar. With a background in RCM piano and a diploma in Jazz from Edmonton's Grant MacEwan University, Jeff is ready and willing to take students of all ages or experience levels and help them pursue their musical goals. His rate is $30/half hour.
Jennifer Abbott (Piano, Clarinet, Ukulele, Pre-School Piano) Registration Request
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Jennifer Abbott has been an avid member of the music scene for over 35 years, teaching and specializing in piano and keyboard knowledge. She has extensive experience instructing students of all ages and styles of piano, keyboard and ukulele. Jenn has been involved with many workshops, accompanied professional choirs and taught group lessons. Jenn offers and enjoyable and practical approach to learning and welcomes students of all ages and abilities. Jenn especially loves working with young children and beginners. She also teaches beginner clarinet to students 8 years and older.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.
Jennifer Hedican (violin) Registration Request
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday
Jennifer completed a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance degree at Sir Wilfred Laurier as well as a course in musical pedagogy, and has been teaching and performing for over 20 years. She teaches RCM and Suzuki Method and plays with the North Bay Symphony orchestra. Jennifer is comfortable teaching classical violin and Celtic fiddle styles. Her rate is $25 per ½ hour lesson.
Jeremy Daw (bass, guitar, online lessons) Registration Request
Teaching Style: jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Jeremy graduated Humber College’s Music program in 2002, where he studied under such artists as Mike Downes (Juno Award Winner), Rik Emmett (Triumph), and Lenny Boyd, to name a few. Since then, Jeremy has built a robust portfolio that includes 20 years of teaching music lessons, 100s of gigs in the local music scene, performing on 200+ full length studio albums, performing 1000 concerts while touring 25+ countries. Jeremy also has his own recording studio where he composes music for television, cartoons, and YouTube, as well as records with locals and international artists. Jeremy plays all genres of music. His approach to teaching combines fun, flexibility, skill building, and theory, ensuring a well-rounded and customized learning experience for each student.
Jeremy charges $26 per half hour private lesson.
Jeremy Gignoux - B. Mus. (Violin, Piano, Theory) Registration Request
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday
Jeremy graduated from the University of Montreal with a degree in composition. Music has been part of his life since he started the violin and the piano at age 7. Jeremy learned classical violin through the French conservatory system until he was 20, and then discovered other styles. He has played in numerous bands, in a variety of styles ranging from rock to Eastern European Gypsy music, including classical, jazz, folk, country and bluegrass. Recently he had the privilege of accompanying composer William Parker in Decidedly Jazz Danceworks’ production “New Universe” in 2016. Jeremy brings his variety of experience directly in his lessons. This experience enables him to help his students succeed at playing in the music styles that they like, but it also allows him to introduce them to new styles. One of his favourite techniques is to teach them fiddle tunes by ear and you would be surprised just how fast they can learn this way!
Rate: $29 per half hour
Jeremy Mcleod (Voice, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Drums) Registration Request
Teaching Style: pop, , , , , rock
Teaching Day(s): Saturday
Jeremy is an energetic and imaginative singer-songwriter based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Moving from Saint John NB at the age of 15, he has been actively performing and writing in the Edmonton music scene for 17 years. His current projects include Indie pop trio MILQ and a punk rock band called Nicolas Rage who recently signed a record deal with Revival Recordings in the fall of 2022. Jeremy attended MacEwan University and received his Music diploma where he specializes in voice, performance, and songwriting. Jeremy's rate per half hour is $25.00
Jeremy Pink (Guitar) Registration Request
Teaching Style: rock,
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jeremy is a teacher of guitar and beginner bass who teaches at our lesson centre four days a week. As an encore to his long teaching days, Jeremy plays in a number of local bands in the rock, pop and blues genres. He has a penchant for creating original material for metal bands and his instrumental rock and roll project. Jeremy charges $28.00 per half-hour lesson.
Jeremy Sallie (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday
Jeremy achieved a Jazz Diploma from Vancouver Island University and a graduate certificate in Film Scoring from Sheridan. His lessons provide a perfect blend of technical prowess and artistic insight. Whether you're a novice eager to strum your first chords or a seasoned player aiming for refinement, Jeremy's tailored approach accommodates all skill levels and styles.
Jerry Ozipko - Online Lessons Available (Violin, Cello, Brass, Woodwinds) Registration Request
Teaching Style: classical
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jerry taught band in a high school setting for over 15 years, and holds a Bachelor of Music as well as a Master of Education degree. Jerry has had a love of teaching for many years and wants to continue passing on his knowledge at Long & McQuade. Primarily Jerry plays violin, clarinet and saxophone but can also teach any band instrument up to a level 2 proficiency. Jerry offers lessons at our Edmonton North location.
His rate is $28 per half hour.
Jimmy Rodgers (Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Merlin) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Jimmy started playing guitar at around 12 years old. Learning from the multiple musicians in his family he was able to hone his skills and over time branched out into multiple instruments. Jimmy’s love of performing has led to playing in the Hastings and Quinte area as one half of the duo, The Rodgers Boys. His teaching style is individualized to each person 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 rate is $27/half hour lesson.
Joel Hughes McKay (brass, uke) Registration Request
Teaching Style: classical, jazz
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Joel Hughes McKay is a professional musician and music teacher in the Halifax area. He studied extensively with Chalmers Doane, both privately and through his ukulele program; participated in Truro's Band program throughout middle and high school; and studied Jazz Trumpet at St. FX under Paul Tynan. He has a lot of knowledge and experience in music, and he is eager to pass that on to others.
Joel is $25 per half hour lesson.
Joelle Nielsen B.Mus (Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Saxophone) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday
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 Northeast Saskatchewan in 2018. Joelle teaches woodwinds at the Regina store. Her rate is $26 per half hour.
Joëlle Turner (Guitar, Voice, Piano, Ukulele, Songwriting) Registration Request
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Teaching Day(s): Saturday
With over 20 years of music teaching experience, Joëlle advocates for student-led learning, empowering individuals to set their own musical objectives within an imaginative, collaborative, and supportive environment. Joëlle's dedication to teaching is fuelled by their Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (specializing in voice) from the University of Toronto and ongoing studies in vocal anatomy and pedagogy with Dr. Shannon Coates. Additionally, under the moniker Ten Moon, Joëlle has collaborated with members of notable Canadian acts such as Bahamas, Charlotte Day Wilson, and Daniel Caesar, performing at esteemed festivals like Mariposa, River & Sky, and Campbell Bay, and receiving recognition including a 2019 Trille Or award. Now based in Belleville, Joëlle finds inspiration in the proximity to water while enjoying coaching multi-instrumentalists of all ages and proficiency levels, with a focus on improvisation, arranging, songwriting, recording, and production.
Joëlle's Lesson Rate is $27/Half hour Lesson
John Lake (Drums) Registration Request
Teaching Style: classical, jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
John is a graduate of the NSCC Music Arts program with extensive experience playing and performing in a wide variety of genres. From the age of 12 he was drumming in bands in the local all-ages alternative music scene, and simultaneously became involved in the Los Primos Program, performing in youth latin jazz combos around Halifax. Since graduating he has been splitting his time between teaching, touring, recording, and performing with diverse acts such as Loveland, Harley Alexander, New Love Underground, and many more. John continues to immerse himself in new concepts, styles, and musical environments. His rate is $26.00 for a private half hour lesson.
