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Port Coquitlam - Drums Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details1360 Dominion Avenue
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3B 8G7
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (604) 464-1118
Store Phone: (604) 464-1011
Fax: (604) 464-1109
Lesson Centre Email: pocolessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: poco@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
***CLOSED ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11th, 2024******CLOSED FOR WINTER HOLIDAYS FROM DECEMBER 24th, 2024 to JANUARY 1st, 2025 (inclusive)***
Monday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Group Lessons
Winter Classes!
GROUP WIND LESSONS
Instructor: Geeta Das
**REGISTRATION IS ONGOING**
"Learn ALL the specifics of your instrument with your musical peers!"
COST: $20.00 per person, per session
DATE: Bi-Weekly Fridays, starting September 13th, 2024
TIME: Flutes: 4-5PM, Clarinets: 5-6PM, Saxophones: 6-7PM, and Trumpets: 7-8PM
LOCATION: 1360 Dominion Avenue, Port Coquitlam
WHO: For all woodwind, and brass students.
REQUIREMENTS: *All levels, Aged 10 and up. *Must have your own instrument.
EXPLORING SONGWRITING
Instructor: Susie McGregor
REGISTRAION DEADLINE: December 23rd, 2024
"A comprehensive look at understanding songwriting. Learn the rules, and discover when it's ok to break them!"
COST: $315
DATE: Mondays, from January 6th, 2025 to March 10th, 2025 (no class on Monday, February 17th, 2025)
TIME: 7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
LOCATION: 1360 Dominion Avenue, Port Coquitlam
WHO: All instruments/voices welcome. Open to all skill levels.
REQUIREMENTS: All ages, all levels.
Our Drums Teachers:
alan tabz (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday
Alan started his music journey back in the mid 80s as a teenager and toured the globe playing in diverse music styles and performing with outstanding musicians. Alan is a passionate teacher who has experience working with students of all ages and skill levels and is happy to help students grow and learn, no matter their musical background. Teaching Drums in different genres of music and spreading the joy of playing it is his passion. Alan's rate is $29.00 per half hour lesson.
drew christie (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Drew studied at Capilano University as well as with many top North American drummers and has been teaching drums privately for over a decade. He has been a studio musician and live performer for over 20 years. In his teaching, Drew focuses on providing a fun environment while students learn about groove, technique, theory and reading. Drew's rate is $29.00 per half hour lesson.
gary grace (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Thursday
Gary is a multi-award winning drummer, most recently the 2009 Roland V-Drum National Grand Champion and has toured with many top Canadian recording acts, including his current band Prism. Gary has been teaching drums and percussion since 1982 for all styles and ages. Gary's rate is $33.00 per half hour lesson.
jason ritchie (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Sunday
Born into a family of musicians, Jason has been performing on stage since he was 6 years old. By the age of 17, he was an active member of 7 different bands and ensembles, professionally performing and recording. Jason has taught drumming and performance for over 10 years and is able to relate to students of all ages and mindsets. He excels at tailoring his lessons to accommodate each student's individual motivations. Students will become interested and excited about learning music and become more confident and successful on the drums. Jason's rate is $28.00 per half hour lesson.
richard brown (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday
Richard Brown is a veteran drummer currently based in Vancouver. His most recent work has been with popular Canadian band Big Sugar. He co-leads his own band, Mad Riddim. A dub project which melds reggae, funk, jazz and other genres into a popular festival band. Richard has recorded and performed with a number of artists including the legendary musicians Ernest Ranglin, Pee Wee Ellis, The Beach Boys and many other great artists. His film credits include work in films with Mariah Cary, Debra Cox and others. Richard is an enthusiastic teacher who enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with his students, while helping them to develop fun and effective ways to learn. Richards rate is $31.00 per half hour lesson.
ryan van poederooyen (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday
Ryan started teaching drums in 1998. His lessons have a linear structure helping students build on technical skills, and song learning. He tours professionally and records albums for the Canadian band, Imonolith and was a touring/studio drummer for Canadian artist Devin Townsend. He is a guest educator at Drumeo, and as session drummer has recorded albums for producers such as Chad Kroeger (Nickleback), Jay Van Poederooyen (Simple Plan, Chris Daughtrey) Brian Howes and others. Ryan's rate is $33.00 per half hour lesson.
sherri chisholm (Drums)
Registration RequestOnline Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Sherri has been playing drums professionally for over 20 years. She has toured Canada and the USA with a variety of artists. Sherri enjoys all styles of music and being part of a band/ ensemble. As an educator, she focuses on positive energy and emotion that music and rhythm bring into peoples lives. Her approach is fun, easy, innovative, and geared to her students needs. Whether a student is learning for their own enjoyment or to be part of an ensemble, Sherri will help you enjoy the world of drums! Sherris rate is $28.00 per half hour lesson.
Our Group Lessons:
GROUP WIND LESSONS - Geeta Das
Lesson Registration Brochure Dates: 2024-09-27 to 2025-06-20Cost: $20.00 per person, per session
"Learn ALL the specifics of your instrument with your musical peers!"
COST: $20.00 per person, per session
DATE: Bi-Weekly Fridays, starting September 13th, 2024
TIME: Flutes: 4-5PM, Clarinets: 5-6PM, Saxophones: 6-7PM, and Trumpets: 7-8PM
LOCATION: 1360 Dominion Avenue, Port Coquitlam
WHO: For all woodwind, and brass students.
REQUIREMENTS: *All levels, Aged 10 and up. *Must have your own instrument.
EXPLORING SONGWRITING - Susie McGregor
Lesson Registration Brochure Dates: 2025-01-06 to 2025-03-10Cost: $315
EXPLORING SONGWRITING (Susie McGregor)
REGISTRAION DEADLINE: December 23rd, 2024
"A comprehensive look at understanding songwriting. Learn the rules, and discover when it's ok to break them!"
COST: $315
DATE: Mondays, from January 6th, 2025 to March 10th, 2025 (no class on Monday, February 17th, 2025)
TIME: 7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
LOCATION: 1360 Dominion Avenue, Port Coquitlam
WHO: All instruments/voices welcome. Open to all skill levels.
REQUIREMENTS: All ages, all levels.