Edmonton South

alex moxon (Banjo, Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

Alex Moxon has been teaching music for nearly two decades. While focusing on jazz studies, he received a Bachelor of Music with highest honours in 2012 from Carleton University. Alex has experience performing and teaching in a wide variety of musical styles. He is happy to teach students of all ages and all experience levels while maintaining a flexible approach to teaching that addresses each students' individual needs. Alex can also prepare students for Royal Conservatory classical guitar examinations and University entrance auditions for jazz studies. Alex teaches at our Edmonton Highlands and South locations.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

ben shillabeer (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday

Ben majored in performance at MacEwan University. He plays for CCMA nominated band The Dungarees. Ben has been nominated for CCMA Country Drummer Of The Year 2015-2017. His previous bands, The Boom Chucka Boys and Social Code, each had numerous songs on the Canadian charts with many CCMA and Juno nominations alongside hundreds of performances worldwide. Ben's specialties are theory, music notations and technique and he has been teaching since 2014. Ben teaches drum lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $28 per half hour.

brady llyod (Piano)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Brady holds a BMus in Instrumental Teaching from the University of Chichester, UK, and has over six years of experience in piano instruction. Brady has guided students of all ages and abilities through their musical journeys, including preparing them for graded exams. Specializing in jazz, classical, and pop styles, Brady is committed to providing tailored instruction that fosters each student's musical development and passion for the piano. Brady charges $28.00 per half hour.

breanna antosh (Clarinet, Flute, Woodwinds)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Breanna is a classically trained musician who studied at The King's University to earn a Bachelor of Music degree. She enjoys participating in community bands and choirs, and has a passion for learning about different instruments and musical styles. Breanna believes that music should be accessible for everyone, and she is excited to connect with students at any level who are ready to learn. Breanna teaches woodwind lessons at both our Edmonton South and Highlands locations.
Her rate is $28 per half hour.

brennan cameron (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical, jazz

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

Brennan has his grade 10 RCM certification and a performance diploma from MacEwan University. He is an active clinician in school music programs, is well versed in both contemporary and jazz styles and enjoys teaching theory. In addition to his work as a performer, session player and collaborator in the Alberta music community, he has been teaching private lessons since 2008. Brennan offers piano lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

chris smith (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday

Chris teaches for Edmonton Public Schools as a substitute teacher, Edmonton Catholic Schools as a guitar clinician, and Parkland School Division as a Junior High classroom teacher and Musical Theatre assistant, he has post-secondary training in both Music (MacEwan University) and Education (University of Alberta B.A. English, B. Ed. Science). He has taught, performed, recorded , written, produced, and toured nationally and internationally as a professional guitar player for over 30 years, performing with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Junior Gone Wild, including multiple appearances at the Edmonton Folk Festival both as a singer/songwriter and as a sideman. His teaching approach is student centered, seeking to engage and retain student commitment to the instrument through student led pacing and personal choice in the material covered. Each lesson is unique to the student. The challenge of exploring music through this incredible instrument is broken into manageable steps for students of any skill level and for any musical preference.
His rate is $28 per half hour.

cory ward (Drums)

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Teaching Style: jazz, rock

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

Cory is a graduate of MacEwan University where he received a diploma in music with a Recording Arts Major. He has been teaching drums since 2008 and currently plays in various music projects ranging from hip-hop to jazz to surf rock. His teaching style focuses on technique, rudiments, theory, and groove. Cory welcomes students of all ages, styles, and skill levels. Cory teaches drum lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $30 per half hour.

desirae becker (Piano, Ukulele, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Desirae started her musical journey like many children do around 6 years old in traditional private music lessons. Her first instrument of study was piano and soon doubled into voice. Beyond solo performances she moved into a leadership role running a youth choir where she first played music with other instrumentalists. Trained in classical piano and voice for 14 years, she was accepted to the Bachelor of Jazz and Contemporary Music program at MacEwan University and begun teaching privately in 2013. Her university adventures focused on Piano Composition and quickly inspired her to dive into other instruments. Today Desirae teaches Piano, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, and Theory in a wide range of styles. She prefers to approach lessons with an environment of enjoyment while providing a healthy foundation to the student’s technical playing. Regardless of your music goals, she is eager to help you explore different ways to learn your instrument(s) of choice.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.

edward (ed) smith (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday

Ed Smith has taught music lessons privately for over 10 years and has been an active member of the Edmonton music community for 21 years as a performer, studio musician and arranger. After earning a Bachelor of Music degree from St. Francis Xavier University (Antigonish, NS) in 2002, Ed began to build his experience as a freelance musician and educator, performing in a variety of acts in Atlantic Canada, and also as a keyboardist on cruise ships with Holland America Line. He has gained a wealth of experience as a music educator since then and has also performed and recorded in Alberta with groups that cross a wide variety of genres, spanning rock, blues, jazz, country, and even salsa. Ed currently plays bass and keyboards in the Derina Harvey Band, a five-piece Celtic rock act based in Edmonton. Ed's rate is $30.00 per half hour.

elizabeth sihua (Violin)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday

Elizabeth Sihua was born into a musical family in Ukraine. She graduated from the College of Music, class violin and conducting chamber orchestra after she graduated with a bachelor degree at the Academy of Music in the city of Odessa. During this time she led an active concert performance. In 2016 she moved to Canada to the city of Regina, where she continued her concert and teaching activities, participating in various festivals and concerts, such as the Shostakovich Festival and others. Since 2019 she has been living in Edmonton. In 2021 she was a participant and member of the jury at the International String Connections Festival 2021 led by Guillaume Tardif and Svitlana Remniakova-Ostrovska. Lessons with Elizabeth can be instructed in English, Ukrainian or Russian.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.

gary myers (Banjo, Dobro, Guitar, Lap Steel, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

From classical to country, rock to reggae, Gary has been teaching music since 1981. He studied at Grant MacEwan College and the University of Alberta. While specializing in roots music, he emphasizes building a solid technical knowledge of the instrument, whatever the style. He performs his original guitar-powered songs and instrumentals as Gary Wayne Myers. Gary teaches remotely through our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $31 per half hour.

ian small (Guitar, Ukulele, DJ)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

Ian has been playing and making music for nearly his entire life. He received his bachelor's degree in music from MacEwan University in 2022 and is deeply interested in learning from and teaching all musical styles. He approaches teaching music from a student-first perspective, striking a balance between theoretical concepts and technical skills while allowing the student’s goals and interests to direct the trajectory of their learning. In other words, expect an instructor that adapts to you -- any style or genre, from video game soundtracks to crazy jazz chords.


Ian teaches guitar, ukulele, and bass. He is active in the recording and production space and is always willing to take on students interested in digital audio, recording, and production, to DAW-assisted composition and beat-making.
Ian teaches at the Edmonton South Location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

iya casuga (Drums, Percussion)

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Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Iya Casuga graduated from MacEwan University with a Minor in Education and is a former Long & McQuade student. She has been playing for over ten years and started as a clinician in 2019 teaching several junior high and high school students. She has also played in several ensembles, such as the Dirt City Samba Squad and Honouring Hymn Worship Band. She has trained in various styles, and her teaching focuses on technique, rudiments, music notation, and groove. Iya welcomes students of all ages and skill levels.
Her rate is $26 per half hour.

kayla enns (Voice)

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Teaching Style: jazz, rock

Teaching Day(s): Friday

Kayla is a freelance musician with over twenty years of experience performing, training and competing in piano and voice. Kayla has been teaching since 2008 and enjoys working with both youth and adults. Kayla believes everyone can and should find their voice. Beginners (who are terrified) are her specialty! Kayla has worked with The Rock and Roll Society of Edmonton (Edmonton Rockfest) as an instructor for their Centre of Arts and Music program since 2015. Specializing in Pop and Rock, Kayla is passionate about all genres of music and singing styles. As a singer in Edmonton’s The Bobby Tenderloin Universe, she had the privilege of opening for Orville Peck on his American tour in 2019. Kayla offers traditional voice lessons as well as alternative music classes (wellness/healing, songwriting, artist development) for the not so average student. She guarantees you will leave each lesson with more joy and music knowledge!
Her rate is $28 per half hour.

laena anderson (Piano, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday

Laena is a performer, improviser, and musician who has been teaching private voice and piano lessons since 2014. Laena sings and plays piano for Payphones, an alt-folk band that released their debut album in the fall of 2022. A graduate of the Theatre Arts program at MacEwan University, Laena is a theatre kid at heart, and they love finding ways for students to tell stories and express themselves through music. They are especially skilled at working with beginners and kids, making the discovery of music accessible, exciting, and fun. They can't wait to see you in lessons!
Their rate is $27 per half hour.

lisa lau (Piano, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Lisa has her grade 10 RCM certification and is very active as a teacher in the Edmonton music scene. She completed her RCM Certified Teacher Intermediate in 2019. She has experience teaching students of all ages and specializes in instructing young children and students with disabilities. She is an RCM Certified Teacher for beginner and intermediate levels. Lisa teaches piano lessons at our Edmonton South location.
Her rate is $28 per half hour.

ljiljana spasojevic (Piano Accordian, Piano, Flute)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

My name is Ljiljana Spasojevic, an accomplished accordion, piano and flute teacher with over 15 years of experience. I hold undergraduate and master's degrees in music performance and I have been dedicated to teaching for the past six years. I am passionate about music education and have taught many successful students who have excelled in various competitions. My teaching approach is positive and engaging, ensuring that music education is both enjoyable and rewarding. Her rate is $28.00 per half hour.

meg larose (Piano, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Meg LaRose is a trained vocalist with twenty years of performing experience. Their training crosses a variety of genres ranging from classical and opera to contemporary music, such as jazz, rock and pop. They hold a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from MacEwan University. Most recently, Meg has completed their Master of Arts in Music and Culture at Carleton University in Ottawa. Their research at Carleton analyzed the relationship between voice and perceptions of gender by exploring the concept of transition. Meg loves all different kinds of music and is passionate about creating a learning environment where people feel safe to play, explore and achieve their individual goals for sounding.
Their rate is $27 per half hour.

melissa mohammadi (Piano, Violin, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Melissa started her music journey at the age of 3 in traditional private music lessons with piano. She soon expressed interest in vocal music and auditioned to become the youngest member of a child choir in her city. Her interest in music is what encouraged her parents to prepare her to audition for a music conservatory at the age of 12. She then went on to learn violin and persuaded her high school diploma along side music at the conservatory.

Among her newfound interest in violin, she continued to explore contemporary popular and jazz vocal music and went on to take singing lessons on contemporary music, during the pandemic. After graduating high school, she decided to join MacEwan’s contemporary popular and jazz music program as a vocalist with hopes to pursuit a Bachelor’s degree.

She is currently finishing up with the last two years of her degree and is majored in performance. Melissa has been teaching privately in her spare time as a student since the pandemic in 2020 and is honored to be a member of the Long & McQuade family. Her rate is $28.00 per half hour

mitch zorich (Guitar)

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Mitch has been teaching guitar since 2002. He’s a graduate of the Red Deer College music program, has studied classical guitar through the Royal Conservatory of Music (3 time Gold Medalist for levels 7, 8, and 9), and has a Diploma in Jazz Performance from the London College of Music. He has studied with some of Edmonton’s finest instructors, and in L.A. with Greg Howe (a touring guitarist for Michael Jackson, Rihanna, Christina Aguilera and Justin Timberlake). Mitch enjoys, and has experience teaching various styles ranging from classical music to metal. His has completed the Suzuki Guitar Volumes 1-4 and Suzuki Principles in Action courses. Mitch teaches guitar and bass guitar lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $27 per half hour.

rebecca merkley (Guitar, Voice, Ukulele)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Saturday, Sunday

Rebecca is a multifaceted theatre artist, instructor, composer, musician and writer whose
original written work has earned her 7 Award Nominations. She is the first recipient of the Gerald Osborn Playwriting Award and has been working as a drama, voice, guitar and piano teacher for 10+years. She’s taught at Dominellis School of music, Resonate, Azimuth Theatre, Foote Theatre School (The Citadel), Mile Zero Dance, YONA SISTEMA (The Winspear Centre) and the Writes of Passage playwriting program (Workshop West). She completed her studies at Macewan University in 2012 and has been working in the local arts scene ever since. A favorite performing credit was being the lead vocalist for Drag Queen Thorgy Thor and their show“Thorgy and the Thorchestra" (The Winspear Centre). She is also a gifted producer and composer having produced two original musicals: “Rivercity the Musical”, and“Scoobie Doosical” at the Edmonton International Fringe. She’s also worked as a sound
designer/composer having recently designed for local playwright, Connie Massing in
collaboration with Workshop West in their world premiere of “Dead Letter”. Her rate is $29.00 per half hour

richard monkman (Guitar)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Richard studied performance and composition at MacEwan University and has been teaching private students since 1993. Richard has two albums which were nominated for a 2003 CAMA, a 2009 APCMA and 2009 CAMA for best blues and instrumental album. He teaches a variety of styles such as blues, rock and jazz and also specializes in theory and technique. Richard offers guitar lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

robyn slack (Guitar, Ukulele)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Robyn Slack is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, performer, and music educator based out of Edmonton, Alberta. He is well-versed in many different genres and styles, having studied classical guitar from an early age before playing lead in a variety of hard rock and punk bands and ultimately studying jazz at Grant MacEwan College, graduating from their music program with a comprehensive major. Robyn has been awarded several EAC grants for his musical endeavours, and has written and released albums with a number of different projects, including pop punk quartet Colour In Conflict and alt-folk ensemble Payphones. He has performed in festivals across the country, as a musical guest on CBC’s The Irrelevant Show, and has composed music for film, theatre, and podcasts. Robyn has been teaching guitar and ukulele for over a decade, and believes in tailoring curriculum to each student’s individual musical goals in order to help them excel while making learning engaging, rewarding, and fun.
His rate is $28 per half hour.

skyler benoit-jones (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday

I graduated with a diploma in Jazz and Contemporary Popular Music from MacEwan University specializing in Drumset Performance. I have been playing drums for over a decade and have years of experience playing live and teaching. I’m very passionate about music and I want to foster a similar love for the instrument in my students, and encourage them to pursue music in their lives.

My journey as a musician started in my basement as a young teenager; my love for music would eventually lead me to seek out knowledge wherever I could find it and any playing opportunities that were out there. Through study, and by playing in different bands, I immersed myself in different styles of music including Latin American, Afro-Cuban, Jazz, Rock, and Pop. My goal is to teach what I’ve learned on my drumming journey and inspire my students to craft their own. See you in lessons! Skyler offers lessons at our Edmonton South location.
His rate is $28 per half hour.

susan kay (Piano, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Thursday, Saturday

Susan Kay is a Royal Conservatory of Music Certified Teacher and has been teaching piano and theory since 1995 to students in a wide range of ages, levels and musical genres. She is working towards an Associate Diploma (ARCT) in piano teaching and is currently completing a BA in Music at the University of Alberta. Susan would be happy to help you work towards your musical goals such as exam preparation, beginner classes, returning to piano, or for the enjoyment of learning your favorite pieces. Susan teaches piano and theory at our Edmonton South location.
Her rate is $28 per half hour.

tony flanagan (Drums, Trumpet)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Friday, Sunday

Originally from Red Deer, Tony Flanagan is a freelance musician and teacher now residing in Edmonton. He recently graduated with honours from MacEwan University’s music program with a degree in drum set performance and is an in-demand performer who plays music ranging from jazz to afrobeat, to rock, and whatever else comes his way! He has previously taught at L&M North and is an active artist-in-residence for the Northlands School Division, providing rock band classes to schools which otherwise lack music programs. Tony is excited to share his passion for the instrument with students! Tony's rate is $30.00 per half hour.

tristan harmatys (Guitar)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Saturday

Tristan is a graduate of University of Alberta where he received a Bachelor of Education degree. He has been teaching guitar since 2022 and he takes a student centered approach. Tristan allows the students to focus on music they are interested in learning to spark their passion for the music and instrument. He emphasizes the importance of the students learning to use their ears when practicing and playing songs and offers techniques necessary to advance the student in both playing and understanding the music. He enjoys teaching all genres of music.
His rate is $26 per half hour.