Nanaimo

anatol mcginnis (Violin, Cello, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Guitar, Upright Bass)

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

Anatol studied Jazz Performance at VIU. He’s played in many ensembles covering a wealth of genres, from classical, latin, jazz, country, rockabilly, to celtic, and rock. He is a multi-instrumentalist teaching violin, cello, bass, banjo and guitar and plays in Bossa Loca, Kiltlifters, Hub City Hooligans, Kings Without, Myc Sharrat, Karuna, Musica Vagaboundo, the Calgary Chamber Orchestra, and the Nanaimo Dance Salon Orchestra among many other groups.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

angela wilson (Voice, Piano)

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

Angela Wilson is a dynamic vocalist, piano player, and composer from Nanaimo, BC. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from Vancouver Island University. Most recently, Angela has been teaching music privately and performing at a variety of local venues on the island including the Vault Café, the Queens, and Hermann's Jazz Club, and also frequently plays music on her church's worship team. Angela is well-versed in multiple styles of music such as R&B, soul, neo-soul, pop, funk, jazz, alternative, CCM, and gospel. She believes providing hands-on experience is essential to her students' musical development. Angela values a holistic music education approach which helps students of all ages achieve their goals. Angelas rate is $28 per half hour

arvon brunt (Voice, Piano)

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Teaching Style: musical

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

Arvon studied at VIU and has performed throughout the Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo, and her work was behind the musical success of the Nanaimo Theatre Group’s productions of Godspell and Cabaret. Arvon is brimming with enthusiasm for teaching and she brings out the very best in those who work with her.
Her rate is $29 per half hour.

ben darwin (Drums)

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Teaching Style: jazz

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

Ben studied at VIU and received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz. Accepting all skill levels from beginner to advanced, Ben teaches skills and techniques that are both enjoyable and fulfilling in a variety of different styles. His rate is $28 per half hour.

brad shipley (Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Banjo, Guitar)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday

Brad has a Bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies from VIU and enjoys teaching music to all ages. he has been performing since 1998 in many different styles and genres. He believes music is in everyone and that you are never too old to learn.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

dave sayers (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday

Studying at MacEwan University, Dave has developed a reputation for his ability to get the most out of his students and has achieved great success with students previously labeled as unteachable or disinterested. Working under the guiding principle that everyone is inherently musically talented, he provides a positive and confidence promoting environment for all students.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

david proctor (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele)

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

David has been playing guitar and bass for over 25 years, and teaches a wide variety of styles. In his teaching approach he focuses on students' individual strengths and interests in order to foster a life-long curiosity for music. He believes patience, encouragement, and experimentation are some of the most useful tools for learning music. David holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies and performs in a handful of rock and jazz-oriented bands. His rate is $28.00 Per half-hour.

hans verhoeven (Drums, Hand Drums, Percussion, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Hans Verhoeven has performed and recorded with many of Canada’s finest musicians, including Phil Dwyer, Brad Turner, Don Thompson, PJ Perry, Ingrid Jensen, Christine Jensen, Dave Turner, Al McLean, Kevin Dean, Ross Taggart, Hugh Fraser, Mike Rudd, Brandi Disterheft, Laila Biali, Rafael Zaldivar, Ryan Oliver, Tina Jones, Joe Coughlin, Dee Daniels, Oliver Gannon, Jodi Proznik, Ken Lister, Tony Genge, Neil Swainson, Brian Dickinson, Andres Vial, Adrian Vedady, Ashley Wey, and many more. His musical theatre work includes performances with Broadway luminaries in Taiwan, the Chemainus Theatre Festival, and the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular. Hans holds a Bachelor degree in Jazz Performance Drums from McGill University and a Master’s degree in Orchestral Percussion Performance from UVic, and he has performed as a percussionist with the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra. Hans plays and teaches in a wide array of styles, from Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Jazz, Funk, and Rock, to Classical, Folk, and Creative Music. Hans rate is $29 per half-hour.

jake chisholm (Bass Guitar, Guitar, Voice)

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Teaching Style: rock, pop

Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Jake has recently come to Nanaimo from Toronto where he has been a successful and popular performer since the late 90s. His band Jake and the Blue Midnights could be heard at many popular venues and festivals. Since then he has had a great solo career and is still an in-demand performer and sideman. He started teaching in 2002 and has enjoyed imparting his professional knowledge to students of all levels. He teaches guitar, bass, singing, and band musicianship. His rate is $29 per half hour.

james darling (Piano)

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Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Sunday

James has a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy and Steve Smith. He spent a decade working on cruise ships in lounge bands and showbands and most recently James was the keyboardist for the high energy dance band, Johnny Inappropriate, the pianist in the NMA big band led by Bryan Stovell and played keyboards in the Chemainus Theatre’s production of Rock Legends.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

kosma busheikin (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano)

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Teaching Style: jazz

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

After starting his musical journey performing at small local events, Kosma received his Bachelor of Music in Jazz from VIU. He has been teaching since 2016 and has performed at prestigious venues such as The Port Theatre, Hermann's Jazz Club and Frankie's Jazz Club.He enjoys teaching all skill and age levels. His rate is $28 per half hour.

larry miller (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone)

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

Larry (BFA, BEd, MMUS) has produced several CD recordings including Freya’s Song (1997), Storm Head (1999), Instance (2006) and taught saxophone for 10 years at VIU and has been teaching large groups and individual lessons since the early 1990s. In addition to freelance work on cruise ships, big bands, and rock groups, Larry has performed in numerous musicals over the years on a variety of woodwinds.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

paul sadlemyer (Violin, Mandolin)

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Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Paul Sadlemyer is a violin and mandolin teacher who studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Nanaimo and is one of the few violinists to earn his Bachelor Degree in Jazz Studies from Vancouver Island University. Paul has been an active member of the local music scene throughout his musical career, sharing the stage with artists such as Delfeayo Marsalis, Rufus Reid, and Ari Hoenig. Paul is highly passionate about the study of the violin and looks forward to cultivating this passion with his students.
His lesson rate is $28 per half hour.

phil wipper (Drums)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Phil has been performing and teaching drums professionally since the mid 80s. Whether students are just starting out, playing for fun, or want to further advance their craft, Phil always tries to emphasize a broad overview of drumming concepts, techniques and styles; as well as give his students the knowledge and advice needed to further apply those skills professionally or otherwise. Phil currently works with award-winning and three-time June-nominated children’s performers The Kerplunks, as well as the ever popular local-favourites, Johnny Inappropriate and Wunderbread.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

susie craven (Brass, Piano, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Susie Craven holds a Bachelor of Music (Honours) from the University of Victoria. With over
30 years of teaching experience on a variety of instruments: trumpet, piano, French horn,
trombone, tuba, brass quintet and music theory, she has accumulated a wealth of knowledge
on teaching techniques and exam preparation. She enjoys teaching immensely and has had
students from the ages of 5 to 85 years. She plays with local groups, including the
Arrowsmith Big Band, and sings in a local choir. She runs a music studio in Qualicum Beach
and works as a freelance musician, having toured and performed throughout BC and
Alberta. Her rate is $29 per half hour.

teighan couch (Piano, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Originally from Ottawa, ON, Teighan moved to Nanaimo with dreams of becoming a vocalist with inspiration from her favourite jazz artists Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson. With a Bachelor of Music at Vancouver Island University she has taken a keen interest in jazz studies and vocal improvisation. She can be seen performing locally at venues like the Port Theatre, the Vault Cafe and the Flying Canoe. She is excited to share her ardent knowledge of music and voice with students of all levels. Her rate is $28 per half hour.