Winnipeg (Henderson)

Emma Bull

Lesson Coordinator
Call or text - 204-515-1117
Email - [email protected]

adèle wilding (Composition, Piano, Theory, Voice)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

A classically trained musician, Adèle M. Wilding has led a busy career as a professional vocalist, composer/songwriter, arranger and music educator for over two decades. She was the inaugural winner of the 2005 BWA Nina Simone Award in London, England, and she has performed in fine venues and major festivals in the UK and Western Canada, collaborating with the latter region's finest jazz, blues, gospel and soul artists. Recent performance highlights: the TD Winnipeg International Jazz Festival (2022, 2024), Jazz Vespers at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church (2022 - 2023), and the Sunday Jazz Series at the Fort Garry Hotel Club Room, presented by Jazz Winnipeg (2023). In October 2024, Adèle will be making her debut at the Yardbird Suite, Edmonton, AB.

Adèle is a passionate teacher who enjoys sharing her skills with aspiring musicians. She has taught in a variety of contexts and considers one-on-one instruction as her favourite teaching environment. She follows the RCM and ABRSM syllabi for Voice and coaches experienced singers independently. Highlights of Adèle's teaching career include contributing to the national UK publication "A Common Approach 2002", Adjudicator for the Saskatchewan Music Festival (2015) and launching the 'Melody & Harmony Vocal Masterclass Weekend' with esteemed Canadian jazz/blues/soul artists Darlene Cooper, Cecile Larochelle, and Bill Sample in North Burnaby (2020). In the Fall of 2023, Adèle was Guest Director for the World Village Gospel Choir, founded and directed by Rachel Landrecht and Neil Weisensel. In March 2024, she led a Songwriting Clinic for the Long and McQuade Henderson store.

Adèle's qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts With Distinction (Carleton), Master of Arts in Music Education (University of London Institute of Education), and Diploma in Jazz and Popular Music Studies: Performance, Composition and Arranging (Goldsmiths University). Her rate is $29/half hour. Lessons are available in English, French and German.

ben sinclair (Drums)

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

Ben started playing drums in 2000 and decided pretty early it was what he wanted to do for a career. He studied Jazz Performance at Humber College in Toronto, Ontario. He began teaching in 2009 and took to it immediately, finding it incredibly rewarding to help students achieve their musical goals and to watch their progress on their instrument. In addition to teaching, he has played shows across Canada and the USA, along with a few cruise contracts that were based in the Caribbean. Ben also enjoys learning/playing other instruments such as guitar, bass, piano and recently has been working to become fluent in music production. His lesson structure is based upon learning various styles of music, developing a strong sense of groove/feel, developing solid time keeping, technique and not only how to become a great drummer, but how to become a great musician. Ben teaches Drums at our Winnipeg Henderson location.
His rate is $28 per half hour.

david miranda (Guitar)

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Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

David, a jazz guitarist with five years of dedicated study under his belt, is a dynamic musician with a rich tapestry of musical influences. His versatility extends beyond jazz, as he effortlessly navigates the realms of rock, salsa, and various Colombian styles. Beyond his remarkable playing, David possesses a unique talent for teaching, guiding aspiring musicians with proficiency and passion.

Offstage, David's love for music knows no bounds; he relishes listening to new sounds and proposals, continuously expanding his sonic horizons. When not immersed in music, he finds joy on the soccer field, showcasing his agility and team spirit. David's multifaceted talents and zest for life make him a standout figure in both the music and sports communities.

His rate is $28/half hour. Lessons are available in English and Spanish.

detlef hindemith (Tuba, Trumpet, Trombone, Brass)

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Teaching Day(s): Monday

Detlef performs as a freelance Trumpet soloist with extensive experience performing baroque and sacred music, including playing with local orchestras bands. He enjoys teaching different styles of music from pop hits, to jazz and classical. His commitment is to help students improve their playing abilities for Band, achieve individual goals, or just play for enjoyment. Music lessons should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, uniquely tailored to each student.
Detlef has been performing and studying music for over 25 years. Recognized with a Diploma of Distinction in Performance, he was educated in Trumpet and theory studies from the curriculum of The Royal Conservatory of Music. Detlef is also a trombonist who enjoys teaching the intricacies of playing the Trombone.
As well as being an experienced piano instructor, Detlef teaches beginner to advanced Trumpet, beginner to intermediate Trombone, as well as beginner Tuba. With his experience and knowledge in diverse music styles, he welcomes students of all ages and playing skills. Detlef teaches brass lessons at both our Winnipeg Henderson location, and our Pembina Highway location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

haewook kim (Piano, Violin, Theory)

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Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday

Haewook has been playing piano since 1995 and teaching piano since 2007. She received her Post Baccalaureate Performance Diploma in Jazz Piano Performance from the University of Manitoba and a Bachelors degree in Piano Performance in Classical Piano from Shanghai Conservatory of Music.
She has also studied Music Education at East China Normal University.
She has been teaching for many years in Winnipeg and Shanghai, and has performed in numerous concerts and festivals over the years. She is a pianist at Holy Trinity Anglican Church and has also served as a church organist and pianist for a united church in Winnipeg for over 5 years. She also has considerable experience playing for church worships, many kinds of choirs, wedding ceremonies, and various other events. She is fluent in English, Korean, and Mandarin. Haewook welcomes all levels of students and teaches piano, violin, and theory at our Winnipeg Henderson location. Her rate is $28 per half hour.

jacob herd (Clarinet, Piano, Saxophone, Bass Guitar)

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Teaching Style: jazz

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

Jacob Herd is a versatile multi-instrumentalist performer, composer, and teacher and an in-demand part of Winnipeg’s music scene! After graduating from Brandon University in 2016 with a Bachelor’s of Music, Jacob moved back to Winnipeg and began performing as side musician with an array of Winnipeg artists and bands.

Jacob’s passion and love of music informs his approach to teaching, and his eclectic experience makes him a versatile teacher. Specializing in beginner and intermediate students, Jacob aims to inspire a fundamental love for music and curiosity about how it works, basing lessons around the goals interests and of the student.

Jacob offers lessons in English, and his rate is $28/half hour.

john larsson (Guitar, , Fiddle, Harmonica)

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Teaching Style: rock

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

John Larsson is a singer and multi- instrumentalist who's performed in several acts across United States and Canada. He has completed programs in Music Theory at the University of Manitoba, and Luthiery (string instrument design/repair) in Phoenix, AZ. John is also well versed in the areas of MIDI, lighting and sound, and various music software. Though he continues to be blessed with a great musical career, now spanning 3 decades, discovering teaching in the early 2000's has to be one of his highlights.

Through his varied teaching experience, John has had the opportunity to develop and implement rock band programs and concerts, including instructing and grooming the bands for performance, stage set up, lighting, and sound. John is thrilled to be teaching at Long and McQuade and looks forward to bringing his fun and motivating style to his lessons. John teaches guitar, bass, and fiddle lessons at our Winnipeg Henderson location.
His rate is $29 per half hour.

kieran wallace (Drums)

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Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday

Born into a family of musicians, Kieran has been surrounded by music his entire life. When it came time to make the "career choice," there really wasn't any other option. Kieran graduated in 2020 from Brandon University with a Bachelor's of Music Degree in Jazz Performance (drum set) with distinction, and as member of the Dean's list. Through his four years at BU, he had the opportunity to learn from and work with some brilliant musical minds, and through those experiences gained invaluable knowledge about the language of music and what it really means to play music with other people - along with everything else that comes with a music degree. Kieran has been a private drum set instructor and clinician for the last 7 years and has worked with students of all ages and skill levels. His goal as an instructor is to encourage musical growth while maintaining the impetus of why we play music in the first place - music is fun and it can take us to a place that nothing else does.

Kieran teaches at both our Henderson and Pembina locations, and his lesson rate is $28/half hour.

lilian wiens (Piano, Voice, Upright Bass)

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Teaching Style: classical, pop

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Lilian Wiens is originally from Paraguay and grew up in a musical family, which is how she was inspired to start playing music and singing. She studied classical piano with Professor JL Miranda, and performance and voice with Professor Rosa Gonzalez. She studied double bass at the conservatory level as well, and was a member of the Paraguayan Youth Orchestra and the Miranda chamber ensemble as a double bass player. She is proud to be the first female double bassist in Paraguay. She has also been a member of gospel, concert and chamber choirs back home as a soprano voice. When she migrated to Canada she kept teaching piano privately. She has done recordings in Folk, German, Gospel, and Latin American music with more than one band in Winnipeg. She has played in the UMSO Orchestra, and the Concert Choir of the University of Manitoba. She is currently a member of the University of Manitoba Wind Ensemble. She holds a Masters in Biology and has a diploma in piano teaching at the Conservatory level, as well as a certificate in performance level 8 conservatory in voice performance.

Lilian is offering lessons in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Her lesson rate is $28/half hour.

nina rudakova (Piano)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Saturday

Nina was born and grew up in Russia, attending music school at the age of 5. She started to perform early, and at the age of 12 she played with the Orchestra of Russian Native Instruments. At the age of 15 she played with a chamber orchestra and symphony orchestra. She also participated in a few competitions, as both soloist and accompanist and won prizes.

Nina’s post-secondary education took place at Glinka musical college. While she was there, she started to work for a music school as a choral accompanist. Later she began to teach students and some of her students won prizes in provincial competitions.
After a long journey of studying piano at Glinka musical college and Mussorgsky Conservatory in Sverdlovsk Russia, she graduated as a piano teacher and an accompanist at the age of 19.

In 2005 Nina immigrated to Canada and since then she has worked as an accompanist for Royal Winnipeg Ballet Company and other music schools. In addition, Nina also teaches private students. She loves to give them all of her knowledge and share her love of music with them. Her rate is $29/half hour. Lessons are available in English and Russian.

paul baek (Viola, Violin)

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Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Saturday

Paul Baek is a violinist and graduate from Western University. He began playing the violin at the age of four, taking a four year break from lessons along the way, and reigniting a passion for music at age fourteen after being introduced to the famous Mendelssohn Violin Concerto. Paul was a featured soloist with the London Youth Symphony, playing the Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, and was a finalist in the Don Wright Faculty of Music Concerto Competition. Paul holds a Masters Degree in Violin Performance and Literature from London, Ontario, having studied in the studio of Annette-Barbara Vogel. He has performed with several orchestras in Southern Ontario, including the Western University Symphony Orchestra, International Symphony Orchestra, and has also performed with members of the Tafelmusik Baroque Ensemble.

A passionate teacher as well, Paul began private teaching in 2021 and is continuing to develop his skills as a violin pedagogue. In addition to teaching beginner to advanced violin, Paul also teacher beginner to intermediate viola. Paul now resides in Winnipeg, Manitoba with his wife and two cats. His rate is $29.00 per half hour.

simon ng (Piano, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone)

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Teaching Style: classical

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

Simon is a classically trained musician who plays piano, clarinet, saxophone, and flute. He began his musical journey by learning piano at the age of 9 and later found his love for woodwind instruments in high school. He attained the ABRSM graded music exam in piano, clarinet, saxophone, flute, and music theory. He received his Bachelor of Arts (Music) from the University of Hong Kong. During his studies, he was awarded the Arts Faculty Dean’s list, Yamaha Music Scholarship, and Professor Robert Lord Memorial Prize and he was the clarinetist in the university’s student orchestra.

Simon has taught piano, clarinet, saxophone, flute, and music theory for over 10 years and has experience in teaching students of all ages, from elementary school to retired adults. He was also a wind instrument instructor for elementary and high schools. He loves teaching music and enjoys sharing his love of music with his students. He believes music is for everyone and that music education is a wonderful learning experience. Lesson content would be uniquely tailored for each student and the genre would be from classical repertoires to pop hits based on individual interests and levels.

He is fluent in English, Cantonese, and fair in Mandarin. His rate is $28 per half hour.

victor hugo lopez (Guitar, , Ukulele, Theory)

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Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Saturday

Victor Hugo Lopez Bustamante has been entertaining audiences on the Winnipeg live music scene for over two decades. Whether contributing his varied musical skill-set and background to Papa Mambo, the Chuck Copenace group, Trio Bembe, Jupiter Storm and various other projects in Winnipeg and abroad, his musicianship, joy and musical expression shine through. His musical DNA includes genres spanning jazz/hip-hop/R&B/South-American folklore/Latin, and more from all over the world. Together with his training in Jazz pedagogy through his Bachelor of Jazz degree at the University of Manitoba, he has over a decade’s worth of experience developing tailored methods for teaching guitar, ukulele, bass, and music theory to students of beginning to advanced levels. Victor teaches at our Winnipeg Henderson location.
His rate is $28 per half hour.