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Vancouver - Drums Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details368 Terminal Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 3W9
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (604) 682-5215
Store Phone: (604) 734-4886
Fax: (604) 736-4321
Lesson Centre Email: vancouverlessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: vancouver@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 1:00pm - 9:00pmTuesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sundays: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
From beginners of all ages to intermediate and advanced players, our teachers tailor their lesson plans to suit your individual goals. Whether you're looking to pick up a new instrument, a fresh direction to grow your skills, help with something specific like recording yourself at home or even just some support learning to play your favourite song, our private instructors can work with you to reach your goals! See below for info about all of our amazing lesson teachers.
Group Lessons
YOUNG MUSIC EXPLORERS (ORFF) - A great class for kids ages 4-7 to learn musical concepts through games and activities with Dragana Hajduk.
DROP-IN GUITAR CLASS - Mondays at 7:30pm with Mike Ferraro, an affordable entry-point for beginner lessons at just $20 per class.
ADULT GROUP DRUM CLASS - A monthly class in beginner or intermediate groups. For students practicing on electronic kits to have an opportunity to learn about using acoustic kits.
JUST SING! - A fun choir for all ages with monthly musical themes.
EXPLORE IMPROV - A jam-focused introduction to improvisation for people who have a basic understanding of any instrument and want to expand skills.
HARMONY FROM SCRATCH - A group theory class with a focus on composition, good for those looking to start writing or enhance their writing abilities.
FLUTE ENSEMBLE - All ages of students can play different flutes like bass flute and piccolo with plenty of performance opportunities.
ROCK SKOOL - Youth and adult groups assemble to form a band! All instruments are welcome!
CHAMBER GROUP - All ages join together to play a variety of repertoire for Chamber group. All instruments welcome! (By Audition)
Our Drums Teachers:
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: jazz, rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Saturday
Eliot is a freelance musician from Vancouver; he received his start in music with piano lessons at the age of five and later starting on the drums at the age of ten. He is an alumni of Capilano University's Jazz department of music where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies, Majoring on the drum-set.
He has been teaching drums for over a decade as well as performing in various groups around Vancouver, most notably, the Modern Day Warriors: A Tribute to Rush, The Hard Rubber Orchestra, Mike Allen's Space Elevator, and his own Rock and Jazz Fusion ensembles. Eliot has also written music for a wide variety of genres and ensembles such as the Borealis String Quartet, the Vancouver Mixtophonics festival, the Vancouver Young Composers Ensemble, and his own groups. His rate is $32 per half hour.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Gord studied world percussion at SFU, and also received his BMUS from UVIC. He has played with artists such as Jann Arden and the Jaydee Bixby. He is fluent in the styles of classic rock, pop, funk, and jazz. His rate is $33 per half hour.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Sunday
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. Richard’s rate is $31 per half hour.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Ryan has been teaching drums since 1998. He currently tours the world professionally and records albums for the Canadian band, Imonolith and was the touring/studio drummer for Canadian artist Devin Townsend for 16 years. Ryan has been featured in Modern Drummer Magazine, Rhythm Magazine, Drum Magazine, Sick Drummer Magazine, Drums ETC and many other international publications. He is a guest educator at Drumeo and is also a session drummer who has recorded albums for producers such as Chad Kroeger (Nickleback), Jay Van Poederooyen (Simple Plan, Chris Daughtrey) Brian Howes (Hinder, Hedley) and many more. His rate is $33 per half-hour lesson.
Our Group Lessons:
Online - Young Music Explorers (Orff 4-7) - Dragana Hajduk
Lesson Registration Dates: Coming SoonCost: $300 (10 one-hour classes)
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Our Early Music Education Program, Young Music Explorers incorporates the method of music instruction for young children developed by Carl Orff, a German composer and educator.
The spontaneous rhythms children create in their rhymes, chants, and games provide a natural starting point for music development. The progressive development of musical skill, creativity, and aesthetic awareness is achieved through work with the elements of music contained in speech patterns, poetry, song, and movement. A heightened awareness of rhythm and melody is developed through playing recorders, and a wide range of percussion instruments, some with and some without the pitch.
Our Early Music Education Program develops musicality in a natural and joyful environment, and it provides excellent preparation for other instrumental programs offered at Long & McQuade Education Centre. Through classes children are encouraged to explore and develop the following musical skills:
singing, listening, aural, visual and physical recognition of pitch, playing pitched and unpitched instruments, awareness of and ability to play and sing to a beat, working musically with others and independently, creation and exploration of their own musical ideas, and learning through songs, games, and physical movement.
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Dragana’s flute ensembles get together to play for fun and the love of flute. The ensembles include many instruments of the flute family including the piccolo, C flute, alto flute and bass flute. If you enjoy playing together in an ensemble, come and join us! All levels and ages are welcome! New members are accepted on regular basis. This group class includes performance opportunities (Kiwanis Festival, Winter Caroling, Community Events, Recitals etc.).
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Online - Harmony from Scratch - Kian Jafari
Lesson Registration Dates: 2023-10-06 to 2023-12-08Cost: $30 per class
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"Harmony from Scratch" is a comprehensive course that delves into the realm of functional harmony, emphasizing the art of harmonizing and reharmonizing melodies. Throughout the course, students engage in a series of enriching theory, harmony, and composition assignments that foster a deep understanding of musical elements. The primary objective of the course is to equip participants with the ability to grasp the intricacies of scales, chords, and their inherent functions within music. By exploring various techniques and applications, students not only learn to interpret musical structures but also develop the essential skill of effectively employing these elements to create harmonically captivating compositions. Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical exercises, "Harmony from Scratch" empowers learners to confidently navigate the realm of harmony, making it an invaluable resource for those seeking to master the art of musical arrangement and composition.
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Explore Improv is a seasonal class where students can enhance their theoretical knowledge, technical skills, ear training, and improvisation abilities. Students will explore improvisation through theory, scales, broken chords, applied techniques, active listening, transcription, learning tunes, and jam sessions!
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Online - Just Sing! - Tresor Otshudi
Lesson Registration Dates: 2023-10-05 to 2024-07-25Cost: $80 / month
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No experience needed, all ages are welcome!
"Just Sing" is a singing class led by award-winning singer, composer and conductor Tresor Otshudi.
Master your vocal technique and sing in harmony through a new musical style each month including Classical, Jazz, Pop/Rock, Congolese Rumba, Spirituals/Gospel and more!
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Experience the thrill of rehearsing and performing in a Rock Band! Students gain skills in rhythm and lead guitar, bass, drums, percussion, keyboards and vocals under the guidance of experienced instructors. Popular and contemporary rock standards are rehearsed while you learn about lighting techniques, sound and stage set up. A performance at the end of each session is a showcase of local talent. All ages are welcome!
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