Langley - Drums Lessons

Jessica Goldstein-Peacosh

LESSONS COORDINATOR / LESSONS MANAGER
Email: [email protected]

Fiona Reaume

allan perpose (Drums, Percussion)

Online Lessons:

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

Allan’s love for music began in his elementary school band room where he started snare drum. Today he plays drum-kit as one of his primary instruments, along with a variety of percussion instruments. He has played in concert and jazz bands and enjoys many genres from rock to jazz. Allan is a UBC bachelor of music graduate. He started at Kwantlen Polytechnic University studying under Daniel Tones, and then transferred to the University of British Columbia studying under Vern Griffiths. Allan believes in developing a love for music in his students while having fun - whether it be grooving or chopping it out. He will provide his students with the tools needed to play music. His rate is $30 per half hour

lance chalmers (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday

Lance Chalmers is a professional drummer currently residing in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame as a former drummer for prolific rock band Trooper. Lance’s professional career spans 40 years including performing with two number one hit Canadian bands. “Initiate, motivate and celebrate,,” is Lance’s philosophy. Lance can usually have a student playing a drum beat after the first lesson. His rate is $30 per half hour.

paul mason (Drums, Guitar)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday

Shortly after picking up his kid sister’s abandoned guitar at the age of 13, Paul began concentrating on drums. By 15, he was already teaching in a marching band, as well as at Berger Music in Richmond, England. Shortly after graduating high school, Paul became a full-time touring drummer, a career he pursued until he acquired the Milestone Percussion (now known as Tempus Drums) business in 1985. Between ‘85 and ‘13 he custom built almost 7500 unique drums; these days he’s more musically active than ever, teaching, writing, recording and performing music, as well as through his activities as a music advocate, music therapist and special needs EA with the North Vancouver school district. His rate is $30 per half hour.

peter barone (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: rock

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

Peter has a passion for drumming and has been teaching percussion and playing drums professionally since the 80s. His background, education and experience includes a variety of styles; ranging from pop music, rock, jazz, funk, world music, classical, and marching band. Peter began his formal musical education at the age of 10, studying with a number of local drum teachers; including Ken Moore and John Fisher. He also attended the VCC Music Program. He has been the dynamic drummer of the popular local band, Dr. Strangelove, since 1992. He also performs with many other local musicians and bands on a regular basis. The core essence of his teaching philosophy is to create an atmosphere of freedom and fun. Lessons range from beginner to advanced, and are tailored to each individual - taking into consideration age and level of experience. His rate is $30 per half hour.