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London North - Drums Lessons
Music Lesson Centre
View Store Details725 Fanshawe Park Road W
London North, Ontario, N6G 5B4
Lesson Centre: Phone or Text (519) 439-0102
Store Phone: (519) 439-0101
Lesson Centre Email: londonnorthlessons@long-mcquade.com
Store Email: london@long-mcquade.com
Lesson Centre Hours
Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pmTuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
This Location Offers:
Online Lessons All LessonsPrivate Lessons
Group Lessons
Our Drums Teachers:
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Sunday
Daniel Gardner (he/him) is a composer, percussionist and educator. Lessons with Daniel are built around student interests and emphasize holistic musical development through playing, listening, improvising, transcribing and theorizing.
Daniel has more than a decade of experience in studio teaching and has taught in middle schools, high schools and universities. His research has been presented at the Sound Meaning Education Conference (2023), the International Society of Music Educators (ISME) World Conference (2022) and is published in Oxford University Press's General Music (2023)
Daniel has a Master of Music in Composition from Western University (2020) and is an associate composer at the Canadian Music Center. He is currently a Ph.D. student at Western University studying music composition with a collaborative specialization in music cognition. Daniel's rate is $27.00/half-hour private lesson
Online Lessons:
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Kelly holds a diploma in Music Industry Arts from Fanshawe College and has over 8 years experience working in the independent music communities of Toronto and London. Spending his college years teaching lessons and ‘wood-shedding’ in a variety of music projects, he is enthusiastic about sharing his extensive knowledge and passion for drums with anyone interested in picking up the sticks. Kelly is well-versed in many styles including Rock, Funk and Latin. He places an emphasis on groove, musicality and above all, having fun. Kelly's rate is $27.00/half-hour private lesson.
Online Lessons:
Teaching Style: rock
Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Kristine A. Musgrove graduated from Western University with a Ph.D. in Music Education where her research focused on pedagogy employed in secondary instrumental ensembles. Additionally, she holds a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Florida International University in Miami, Florida and a Bachelor of Music from Stetson University in Deland, Florida.
Kristine has experience teaching percussion (i.e., concert band, orchestra, percussion ensemble, percussion methods, marching band, drumset) to all ages in various contexts. Before attending Western University, she was employed as a secondary music educator in the states where she taught instrumental and vocal music courses. Her rate is $27.00/half-hour lesson.
Our Group Lessons:
Join us for July Rock Skool! Play popular songs, learn about live sound, excellent rock history... and of course, the final performance for admiring fans (family & friends). Rock on under the skilled guidance of our experienced instructors, Kelly and Alex! Cost is $300 for Monday July 8th to Friday July 12th. Classes run from 10 AM to 1 PM. Two groups will be running for varying age groups. Younger rockers will ages 9-12 will be in group one and rockstars ages 13-16 will be in group two!
Call or email to register today!
Join us for August Rock Skool! Play popular songs, learn about live sound, excellent rock history... and of course, the final performance for admiring fans (family & friends). Rock on under the skilled guidance of our experienced instructors, Kelly and Alex! Cost is $300 for Monday August 12th to Friday August 16th. Classes run from 10 AM to 1 PM. Two groups will be running for varying age groups. Younger rockers will ages 9-12 will be in group one and rockstars ages 13-16 will be in group two!
Call or email to register today!
Our July drum classes, open to all levels, provide a fun and structured learning environment tailored to students' age groups. Each session covers snare drum technique, music reading, and rudiments. Students will learn exercises to improve technique and coordination, and progress to lessons on different grips, stroke types, and posture. As students advance, we emphasize reading music and mastering rhythmic patterns, exploring rudiments like single strokes and paradiddles. With consistent practice and feedback, students build a strong drumming foundation, preparing them for musical adventures ahead!
This course is perfect for the orchestral and concert band drummer! It is a continuing program that can be taken in July, August or both.
Call or email to register today.
Our August drum classes, open to all levels, provide a fun and structured learning environment tailored to students' age groups. Each session covers snare drum technique, music reading, and rudiments. Students will learn exercises to improve technique and coordination, and progress to lessons on different grips, stroke types, and posture. As students advance, we emphasize reading music and mastering rhythmic patterns, exploring rudiments like single strokes and paradiddles. With consistent practice and feedback, students build a strong drumming foundation, preparing them for musical adventures ahead!
This course is perfect for the orchestral and concert band drummer! It is a continuing program that can be taken in July, August or both.
Call or email to register today.
An opportunity to collaborate with others playing the music you love! Come join Adult Jam Band, open for musicians of all ability. Open to instruments including drum, bass, guitar, saxophone, banjo, mandolin, voice. Music will be chosen by participants upon arrival. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please Note: If your instrument is not listed and you're looking to join please talk to us at the lessons centre desk!
This exciting group will run Tuesdays from 10:30am-Noon in July and August starting July 16t. Classes will take place at the London North Long & McQuade Lessons Centre located at 725 Fanshawe Park Road West.
Join us for a captivating journey into the world of musical theatre at Stage Stars; Musical Theatre adventures, designed for ages 7-12 with no prior experience required! Young performers will explore the magic of the stage through singing, dancing, and acting, all while fostering creativity and building confidence. Our experienced instructors will guide singers through fun and engaging activities, teaching the fundamentals of musical theatre in a supportive and inclusive environment.
At the end of the camp, families are invited to a special showcase where performers will showcasing their newfound talents and love for musical theatre. Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity to ignite your child's passion for performance and create lasting memories!
COME TOGETHER AND PLAY - Candice Luo
Lesson Registration Dates: 2024-07-05 to 2024-08-24Cost: $256.00
Come Together and Play is your musical summer camp!Making theory, sight-reading, and music appreciation FUN like you never knew! Besides, who doesn’t like games?! Together, we will find ways to make notes easy to learn, through story-time, group games, dodgeball, colouring, sudoku, crafting, and so much more!
If you want to be able to read music at lightning-speed, make great friends and memories, and have a blast with exciting games, look no further! Join our summer playtime at Long & McQuade.
All levels and ages are welcome, basic understandings of game-rules recommended. As always, great attitude, spirits, and love for laughing and winning encouraged!
Lace up your boots and get ready to drum! With this 4 day course. Students will learn the fundamentals of drumming in a variety of genres including Rock, Jazz, Latin, Funk, and more! Drum Boot Camp is a program designed to teach the foundations of a variety of genres on the drum kit!
This course is run by our fabulous instructor Kelly Currie, who will teach students the basics of the genres allowing them to master playing the drum kit in any musical space!
Call or email to register today.
CAMPFIRE JAMS - Matthew Martin
Lesson Registration Brochure Dates: 2024-07-04 to 2024-08-29Cost: $140
Want to work on your chords and strumming while learning fun campfire songs and jamming in a relaxed, guided group setting? Campfire Jams is the group for you! Songs will be selected and arranged to fit the tastes and playing levels of the group. Get ready for all your summer campfire adventures with a little help from your friends at Long & McQuade!
Some experience playing chords on guitar or ukulele is recommended. Singing along will be encouraged but not required! Music will be provided.
Required equipment : Acoustic guitar and capo OR ukulele and ukulele capo
This group will run on Thursdays from 1:00-2:30pm at the London North Long & McQuade Lessons Centre located at 725 Fanshawe Park Road West. Please note there is no class Thursday July 11th and Thursday July 16th.
COLOURFUL MUSIC PIANO PARTY - Scott McIlwraith
Lesson Registration Brochure Dates: 2024-07-02 to 2024-08-27
Cost: $225.00
An introduction to piano performance and music theory through fun and exciting games and activities!
In this introductory piano course, students will move from understanding the basics of rhythm, music theory, and song construction to writing and performing their own creative pieces. This course is for students ages 5+.
