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Truro - Piano Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details188 Robie Street
Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N 1L1
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text 902-920-4401
Store Phone: 902-920-4400
Lesson Centre Email: trurolessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: truro@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Mondays 10:00am - 9:00pmTuesdays 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesdays 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursdays 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Fridays 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Outside of these hours please feel free to leave a message for us at 902-920-4401 and we’ll return your call as soon as possible or if you’d prefer, you may contact our store at 902-920-4400.
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Welcome to Truro's state-of-the-art music lesson centre located at 188 Robie Street. We are proud to offer 6 well equipped lesson studios, 2 large group lesson studios, and Truro's finest faculty of independent music teachers. If you've ever aspired to learn a musical instrument, this is the place for you! Whether you want to take guitar lessons, piano lessons, or perhaps always wanted to sing, whatever your choice, our music teachers are here to help you on your journey. For more information on our music lessons, call Sarah at 902-920-4401.
Group Lessons
Lessons Coordinator
Sarah Glinz
Sarah is thrilled to be giving back to the to the music community where she grew up as Lessons Coordinator here at Long & McQuade. With a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education, Sarah has been an avid music educator for the past 10 years teaching private vocal and piano lessons, directing local children's choirs, and as music director of the Marigold Spotlight Youth Theatre program.
In her spare time Sarah performs with her music group Brigid, and is a busy mom to her three wonderful children. As both an educator and a parent, she knows how much of an impact music can make in a child's life and is passionate about sharing the gift of music with others!
Our Piano Teachers:
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Wednesday
Jennifer's music education (piano) from Dalhousie University opened doors to many great opportunities to work in the music industry, whether it be managing a ‘New Music’ collective, a stage manager for opera, a producer of jazz festivals and more. However, the constant throughout has been teaching piano. The breadth of experience within the music sector has informed her approach to teaching along with years (decades!) of guiding 5 to 85 year olds on her piano bench. Jennifer's aim as a piano teacher is to instill and nurture a love for music, which enriches our lives and those around us. Jennifer's rate is $26 per half hour lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: classical
Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Saturday
Michelle is a mother and an elementary school teacher. Throughout her teacher career she has been school music teacher for 7 years of her 19 year career. Having played piano since the age of four, Michelle has a love of music that she expresses through many musical outlets.
Michelle has recently moved back to her hometown of Truro after three years teaching in the North, and is looking forward to nurturing young musicians in her home community! Michelle's rate is $25 per 1/2 hour lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Natsumi is an experienced and passionate instructor with over 10 years of teaching students of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. Holding RCM 10 certifications in piano, saxophone, violin, flute, and music theory, as well as the ability to teach intermediate clarinet, she brings a well-rounded and diverse musical background in classical, pop, and jazz.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced student, Natsumi is dedicated to enriching your life with music through engaging & tailored lessons that emphasize both enjoyment and the fundamentals. Her adaptable teaching approach ensures each lesson is personalized to meet individual needs. Natsumi is also a former national competition winner in Japan in 2015 to 2017. She is looking forward to having fun lessons with you! Natsumi’s rate is $27 per 1/2 hour lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Saturday
From a long line of Celts (Cape Breton, prior to that Western Highlands of Scotland), Rhonda MacLellan has been performing and teaching Celtic music – fiddling with interspersed vocals – for more than 30 years. This type of fiddling is also for those that want to learn to play by ear and capture the harmonies and counterparts on a fiddle; additionally, learn to perform. Rhonda also teaches violin and viola. Rhonda also teaches piano, including teaching chording and accompaniment on piano. Rhonda has done a lot of solo work, plus played, and sung with numerous bands, choirs and orchestras, all including a large component of solo/leads. A few examples of performing and teaching – opening act (solo fiddle and vocals) on the Vanoc Stage at the 2010 Olympics, International choir ‘Spiritsong’ that toured Europe, taught fiddle at College of the Rockies in BC, two Messiah choirs, and presently keyboardist for Caledonian Orchestra of NS. Welcoming all skill levels including beginners age 7 and up. Rhonda’s rate is $26 for a 1⁄2-hour private lesson.
Our Group Lessons:
Mini Musicians "Baby & Me" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-01-08 to 2025-03-01Cost: 120
Babies love Music! Through this 8 week program introduces your child to singing, movement that will help with fine motor development, and easy to use musical instruments! It's a wonderful way to bond with your little one!
- Saturdays 9:15am-9:45am OR Wednesdays 9:30am-10:00am
✨To register, give us a call at 902-920-4401 or email [email protected]. Let’s make some music-magic together! 🎵
Mini Musicians "Movers & Shakers" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-01-08 to 2025-03-01Cost: 120
Movers & Shakers is a great class for a busy little person! Throughout the 8 weeks, your child will get hands on with rhythm instruments and will be introduced to musical signs and symbols that are used regularly in music. We will sing, dance, and have fun with music! Designed for children age 2-4 years.
- Saturdays 10:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-11:15am, OR Wednesdays 10:15am-10:45am -
✨To register, give us a call at 902-920-4401 or email [email protected]. Let’s make some music-magic together! 🎵
Mini Musicians "Around The World" - Beth Terry
Lesson Registration Dates: 2025-01-11 to 2025-03-01Cost: 120
Around the World: Travel the globe without leaving the classroom! Your child will discover the wonders of other cultures through their music, instruments, and celebrations! Your child will have a hands-on experience with every instrument, make crafts, sing & dance! Each week we travel to a new country, learning about the music & instruments. How they are make and used. No passport required!
- Saturdays 11:30am - 12:00pm -
✨To register, give us a call at 902-920-4401 or email [email protected]. Let’s make some music-magic together! 🎵
Welcome to The LifeLong Players, a.k.a. "The LPs"! We're a weekly music class for young people in Truro, Nova Scotia. We make music, have fun, and play concerts in the community.
- The LPs is a multi-instrument, multi-age, multi-level ensemble
- Ukuleles, guitars, pianos, recorders and more are welcome.
- Students may select a primary and a secondary instrument. Percussionists are required to have a secondary instrument.
- The minimum age for students in The LPs is 6 years old but there is no maximum age! Parents are encouraged to also register as musicians and to play long with the band.
- The LPs welcomes beginners and experienced players alike. Our lessons and arrangements aim to engage students at the level of challenge appropriate for them.
- 20 sessions, program costs $300 per musician, Oct 16th - Nov 13th, continuing Jan 8th - May 14th.
- Two class options: Wednesdays 3:30pm-4:30pm OR 4:30pm-5:30pm at Long & McQuade (188 Robie St, Truro NS)
Registration limited to 10 musicians.
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