From beginner to advanced, we offer musical instruction for young and old. Lessons are offered one-on-one with experienced and qualified instructors. We have lessons for guitar, bass, piano, voice, violin and fiddle. Get to know our staff of excellent music instructors:
Omar has graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor’s degree in music. His many interests in music have led him to play with several bands since 2000. He has experience with several instruments including the guitar and trombone, but finds himself more drawn to bass guitar. His independent studies have included Middle Eastern music and instruments like the oud.
Shawn is a HRM native and a third-generation guitarist, and is both talented and in demand as a teacher. Prior to the three years he has instructed here, he has studied at Acadia University under the highly-regarded professor Ken Davidson. Shawn instructs in many styles of guitar playing, but is a classical guitar specialist.
Patrick’s long-time love of the guitar started early, but he’s been concentratring for the last several years on pushing his boundaries to every style of playing. He has moved from country to jazz to heavy metal and back. His studies with the Royal Conservatory have prepared him for improvisation and voice leading, and he composes too. Personable and focused on achieving goals, Patrick likes to see everyone have more fun with the guitar and music.
Diann is originally from Montreal, and studied voice at McGill University. She has worked as a vocal coach, helping professional singers improve their skills, but can help singers of all levels. Studies include breathing technique, ear tuning, scales, technical and mechanical skills, as well as vocal coaching for specific problems. She is also a recording and performing musician with several albums to her credit. One of our bilingual teaching staff, Diann has been with us since 2000.
Deborah comes highly qualified, with a Bachelor of Music from Dalhousie University, as well as a Bachelor of Music Arts from the University of Western Ontario. She has been involved in musical theater, directed choirs, and worked extensively with children’s music programs. In addition to her qualifications, she brings many years of experience in private music instruction, and her manner makes students of all ages instantly comfortable.
An accomplished fiddler, Mel has been a student of well-known fiddler and music educator Kim Holmes for ten years. She has performed regionally, placed in the top-three in several fiddle contests, and recorded a CD as a duo with her sister. Mel has recently turned her attention to helping others learn the fiddle, and especially enjoys working with children.
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