Edmonton North - Drums Lessons

craig doll (Drums)

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Teaching Style: jazz, rock

Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Craig Doll has been playing drums almost 18 years. Drumming has enabled Craig to play many live shows, record, and tour. The drums have been Craig's life’s passion since he started playing and he hopes to instill that same passion with you on your journey!

As far as formal education, Craig completed a diploma in music from MacEwan University in 2020 and now is currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in music. He has studied many different styles: rock/pop, hip hop, jazz, Latin/Afro-Cuban, metal, and funk - to name a few. Craig has also spent a lot of time on rudimental practice, which is the foundation of what drummers do behind the kit and helps immensely to grow on this instrument.
Recently, Craig had the opportunity to study alongside Broadway drummer and YouTuber Carter McLean, which really elevated Craig's understanding of the drums. As of February 2021, he is embarking on studying with Dave Elitch, who works with a lot of the music industry’s top drummers.

Craig is looking forward to meeting you and starting you on your path. Craig teaches drum lessons at our Edmonton North location. His rate is $30 per half hour.

paul james hycha hoar (Drums, Percussion)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday

Paul is a graduate of the MacEwan University music program and has been teaching drum lessons for over 10 years. In addition to teaching private music lessons, Paul has been involved with drumline and percussion ensembles (both as a member and instructor) as well as concert bands. When not teaching Paul remains active in the local music scene playing, touring, and recording with a variety of bands. Paul offers drum lessons at our Edmonton North store.
His rate is $28 per half hour

tristan lahue (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday

An active musician and multi-instrumentalist, Tristan has been playing drums since 7th grade, getting his start as a percussionist in band class. With a Bachelor of Music in Drum Performance from MacEwan University and close to finishing a Bachelor of Education in Music from the University of Alberta, he is a well-educated and experienced musician in a wide variety of musical styles and genres. Tristan possesses an incredibly deep passion for music, especially as it pertains to the percussion family, and constantly strives to pass that passion onto others through fun and engaging yet instructive lessons. Outside of the studio, Tristan can be found in the Edmonton Winds percussion section or jamming with like-minded friends in the Sticks and Stone percussion trio. His musical tastes and abilities range from contemporary styles like rock, jazz, pop, and metal, to orchestral and video game music. Tristan likes taking a technical approach to drum instruction whilst catering to each student's individual needs and goals. His rate is $28 per half hour.