Long & McQuade University - MONCTON

As part of our month-long, nation-wide Long & McQuade University clinic series, the Moncton location is pleased to present these free, career-enhancing clinics specifically tailored to the needs of musicians, songwriters, producers and home studio enthusiasts.

Advance registration and inquiries can be sent to Randy at [email protected].

Saturday, March 10 | 2-4pm
Songwriting to Song Recording: How to Get it Done with Dan Doiron
You want to get your song ideas down when inspiration strikes but you're a songwriter, not a recording engineer, and you keep getting bogged down in the process. We'll examine the different methods for recording, from simple one track demos to full album projects with an emphasis on a workflow that works the the way that musicians do. Discussion will include proper signal level adjustment, adding effects, mixing and mastering.

Dan has been the Atlantic Canada sales consultant for Roland Canada since 1990.  He has been actively involved in the music industry as a musician, guitar clinician, music educator and recording engineer.

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Saturday, March 17 | 2-4pm
How to Build and Maintain a Killer Drum Kit with Terry Ryan & Mark Love (Sabian) & Andy Davis
From novice beginner to working professional, the look and sound of your drum kit is critical to the power, rhythm and appeal of any drummer’s performance. Learn how to get the best “bang” out of your current or future kit by learning how to choose the right cymbals for your style or budget, how to effectively “mix & match” as well as tips on how to build, maintain and tune your drums. Learn the differences in “tone woods”, drum sizes, heads, sticks and more in this interactive presentation.

Terry is Sabian’s Manager of Sales and Artist Relations for Canada, and International Sales Manager for Gon Bops. Mark is the Master Product Specialist in the Sabian Vault, and has designed and selected cymbals for Terry Bozzio, Chad Smith, Mike Portnoy and Jojo Mayer, as well as for major drum corps and orchestral figures like Dennis DeLucia and Chris Lamb. Boasting a musical career that spans over 4 decades, Andy has toured from coast to coast with acts such as Zylan and The Saints and, more recently, sits in with The Arrows and Original Sin. He is also a Rentals and Drum Products Specialist with Long & McQuade.

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Friday, March 23 | 7-8:30pm
How to Get (and Keep!) Your Kids Interested in Music with Michel Pitre, Vanessa Chiasson and Alexandre LeBlanc
If you have a child interested in learning to play a musical instrument or one already involved, and you are unsure of how to nurture and encourage that talent, then this clinic is for you! Learn about the benefits of music beyond the music itself, and how an education in music can be fun, fulfilling and highly beneficial in many aspects of your child’s life, including academically and socially. Learn how to realize your child’s full music potential, how to encourage him/her and keep it fun, practicing tips and more! Also come and see some of the latest educational books and materials available for any aspiring musician.

Michel is the Lesson Centre Co-ordinator for Long & McQuade Moncton. He has a music degree from U’ de Moncton, is a singer/songwriter, recording artist and plays several instruments. Vanessa is pursuing her degree in music education (voice) at U’ de Moncton and is an accomplished classical singer. She is also a voice & piano instructor at the MEC. Alexandre is a customer service representative at Long & McQuade and works in our print/education department. He plays several instruments and is very active in the local music scene.

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Wednesday, March 28 | 7-8:30pm
Recording 101: How to Get the Most Out of Your Home Studio with Terry Hume and Dan Mazerolle
You want to get into home recording and are having trouble getting all of your gear to work right? Can’t decide whether to go with a computer based setup or a standalone unit? What soundcard to get? What’s the best software for you? Studio monitors? Whether you’re just thinking about it or already have a system and want to get more out of it, this is an excellent opportunity to learn more, like what mics to choose, equalization, effects, mixing and mastering and many helpful tips to get the most out of your gear.

Terry is a Product Specialist at Long & McQuade, specializing in keyboard and recording products as well as computer based systems. A home studio enthusiast, Terry has been playing for over 35 years and has worked with premier acts on the East Coast.
Dan is also a Product Specialist at Long & McQuade, specializing in guitar and recording products. Also a home studio enthusiast, Dan is a graduate of the Recording Arts Program at NSCC Shelburn Campus. A multi instrumentalist, Dan has recorded many local artists, mixes live sound and produces projects from his home based recording studio.