2777 Steeles Avenue West NORTH YORK, ON M3J 3K5 Tel: (416) 514-1109 902 Simcoe Street North OSHAWA, ON L1G 4W1 Tel: (905) 434-1773 9833 Highway 48 MARKHAM, ON L3P 3J3 Tel: (905) 209-1264 370 Main Street North BRAMPTON, ON L6V 4A4 Tel: (905) 450-4334 1600 Industrial Road CAMBRIDGE, ON Tel: (519) 653-0653 36 King Street North WATERLOO, ON N2J 2W8 Tel: (519) 885-4215 36 Ontario Street STRATFORD, ON N5A 3G8 Tel: (519) 271-5750 2631 Alta Vista Drive OTTAWA, ON K1V 7T5 Tel: (613) 521-0917 3180 Mainway Drive BURLINGTON, ON L7M 1A5 Tel: (905) 319-7919 1801 Walker Road WINDSOR, ON N8W 3P3 Tel: (519) 252-6944 900 Rathburn Road West MISSISSAUGA, ON L5C 4L3 Tel: (905) 273-3939 MANITOBA 651 Stafford Street WINNIPEG, MB R3M 2X7 Tel: (204) 284-8992 SASKATCHEWAN 1445 McIntyre Street REGINA, SK S4R 8B5 Tel: (306) 569-3914 721 - 43rd Street East SASKATOON, SK S7K 0V7 Tel: (306) 664-1966 BRITISH COLUMBIA 1363 Main Street N. VANCOUVER, BC V7J 1C4 Tel: (604) 986-3118 13785 104th Avenue SURREY, BC V3T 1W6 Tel: (604) 588-9423 1360 Dominion Avenue Pt. COQUITLAM, BC V3B 8G7 Tel: (604) 464-1011 1370 Summit Drive KAMLOOPS, BC V2C 1T8 Tel: (250) 828-2234 2822 Nanaimo Street VICTORIA, BC V8T 1Z4 Tel: (250) 384-3620 6324A Metral Drive NANAIMO, BC V9T 2L8 Tel: (250) 390-4771 ONTARIO Where The Music Begins Where The Music Begins MUSIC EDUCATION CENTRES MUSIC EDUCATION CENTRE MUSIC LESSONS FOR All Ages • All Levels • All Styles Our Teachers Our teachers are carefully selected for their educational, performance and teaching skills. Teachers of classical piano, violin, brass and woodwind instruments, theory and voice require a university or college music degree or equivalent standing with the Royal Conservatory of Music. Instructors teaching popular styles have both extensive performing and teaching experience. These teachers play and teach a wide range of contemporary musical styles including rock, jazz and blues. As well as maintaining a high standard of instruction, the best teachers possess the ability to inspire their students. They not only teach the mechanics of playing the instrument, but they make playing and practicing an instrument a positive experience. They help the students appreciate the instrument and teach them to become better listeners. Lessons are personalized with the goals of each student in mind – some students will pursue a more structured curriculum while others will want the opportunity to develop improvisational and performance skills. How to Register for Lessons n Contact our helpful staff in the Music Education Centre. You can talk to us in person, over the phone or by email. If you’d like more information about our teachers and their rates, pick up a lesson brochure at the Music Education Centre or in the store. n Let us know about the student’s learning style, previous musical experience and musical goals. We’ll recommend a teacher and schedule a lesson time that is convenient for you. n Finally, fill out a registration form. At Long & McQuade there are no registration fees ever! www.long-mcquade.com MUSIC EDUCATION CENTRE
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2777 Steeles Avenue WestNORTH YORK, ON M3J 3K5Tel: (416) 514-1109
902 Simcoe Street NorthOSHAWA, ON L1G 4W1Tel: (905) 434-1773
9833 Highway 48MARKHAM, ON L3P 3J3Tel: (905) 209-1264
370 Main Street NorthBRAMPTON, ON L6V 4A4Tel: (905) 450-4334
SASKATCHEWAN1445 McIntyre StreetRegiNA, SK S4R 8B5Tel: (306) 569-3914
721 - 43rd Street EastSASKATOON, SK S7K 0V7Tel: (306) 664-1966
BRITISH COLUMBIA1363 Main Street N. VANCOUVeR, BC V7J 1C4Tel: (604) 986-3118
13785 104th Avenue SURReY, BC V3T 1W6 Tel: (604) 588-9423
1360 Dominion Avenue Pt. COQUiTlAM, BC V3B 8G7Tel: (604) 464-1011
1370 Summit Drive KAMlOOPS, BC V2C 1T8 Tel: (250) 828-2234
2822 Nanaimo Street ViCTORiA, BC V8T 1Z4Tel: (250) 384-3620
6324A Metral Drive NANAiMO, BC V9T 2L8 Tel: (250) 390-4771
ONTARIO
Where The Music BeginsWhere The Music Begins
MUSIC EDUCATION CENTRES
MUSIC EDUCATION CENTRE
MUSiC leSSONS fORAll Ages • All Levels • All Styles
Our TeachersOur teachers are carefully selected for their educational, performance and teaching skills. Teachers of classical piano, violin, brass and woodwind instruments, theory and voice require a university or college music degree or equivalent standing with the Royal Conservatory of Music.
Instructors teaching popular styles have both extensive performing and teaching experience. These teachers play and teach a wide range of contemporary musical styles including rock, jazz and blues.
As well as maintaining a high standard of instruction, the best teachers possess the ability to inspire their students.
They not only teach the mechanics of playing the instrument, but they make playing and practicing an instrument a positive experience. They help the students appreciate the instrument and teach them to become better listeners. Lessons are personalized with the goals of each student in mind – some students will pursue a more structured curriculum while others will want the opportunity to develop improvisational and performance skills.
How to Register for Lessonsn Contact our helpful staff in the Music Education Centre. You can talk to us
in person, over the phone or by email.
If you’d like more information about our teachers and their rates, pick up a lesson brochure at the Music Education Centre or in the store.
n Let us know about the student’s learning style, previous musical experience and musical goals. We’ll recommend a teacher and schedule a lesson time that is convenient for you.
n Finally, fill out a registration form. At Long & McQuade there are no registration fees ever!
www.long-mcquade.comMUSIC EDUCATION CENTRE
n piano and keyboard
Whether learning popular repertoire, or following the graded Royal Conservatory curriculum, students will benefit from one on one lessons with our professional instructors. Students are able to select a program of theory, technical studies, improvisation and performance tailored to suit their goals.
n guitar and bass
Learn to play a wide variety of musical styles including classical, jazz, blues, pop and rock guitar or bass with one of our skilled instructors. Whether you’re learning to play as a new beginner, studying to upgrade technique for professional purposes or just wanting to have fun learning at your own pace, lessons are structured to suit your needs.
n drums and percussion
Our professional instructors teach beginner students the rudiments of music theory, stick control and drumming patterns. Drummers of every level will work to improve their rhythm and technique, covering a wide range of styles.
n brass and woodwind instruments
Students involved in school band programs will find that one on one lessons with our instructors are a great way to improve their reading skills and technique, making for a more rewarding band experience. Other students choose to play a brass or woodwind instrument for the personal satisfaction it provides.
n violin and orchestral strings
Long & McQuade’s skilled instructors work with students on their artistic and technical development as they learn their craft. Understanding expression, style and technique makes playing a stringed instrument an enjoyable experience. Students can study a wide range of musical genres from classical and popular, to traditional fiddle music.
n vocal instruction
Our highly trained and experienced vocal instructors will help students develop proper vocal technique and musicianship while working on material that is suitable and relevant to the individual student. Learning to sing is a great way to express the music from within.
Private Instruction
Group InstructionGroup study provides the opportunity to develop individual musicianship and ensemble playing skills in an enjoyable, socially interactive environment. Call your nearest Long & McQuade Music Education Centre to find out more about group lessons.
Summer LessonsOur Music Education Centres are open year round. Summer lessons are optional, but for some students and families, the more relaxed pace of the summer is the best time to start lessons, or to continue learning. Our special interest summer music programs also offer a variety of instructional and fun classes. Call the location nearest you for more information.
The Musical Advantage
At Long & McQuade we know first hand that playing music, on any instrument and in any style, can be a life enriching experience.
We believe that every person, regardless of age or level of experience, is capable of acquiring the skills and knowledge required to make playing a musical instrument a rewarding activity.
We know that learning to play an instrument requires commitment and practice, but taking lessons in the supportive, creative environment of our Music Education Centres makes learning fun!
Long & McQuade – committed to excellence in music instruction.
Significant scientific research has repeatedly linked music making to childhood brain development. Researchers are providing us with an unprecedented understanding of how we think and how we learn. Recent studies have shown that children who play a musical instrument test higher in math related spatial-temporal skills, verbal skills and even memory reasoning skills than children who do not play an instrument. We now know that music is a vital part of a complete education.
Other benefits of playing an instrument includes commitment and team
work when playing with others, self-discipline and
time management skills gained through practicing, problem solving and goal setting, creativity, and even stress reduction.
But perhaps the best reason for playing music is for the sheer enjoyment it provides.
MUSIC EDUCATION CENTREExperience the thrill of rehearsing and performing in a Rock Band! Students gain skills in rhythm and lead guitar, bass, drums, percussion, keyboards and vocals under the skilled guidance of experienced instructors. Popular and contemporary rock standards are rehearsed while learning about lighting techniques, live sound and stage set up.
The performance at the end of each session is a showcase of young talent.
Call your nearest Long & McQuade Music Education Centre for more information about the tremendously popular Rock Skool program.
Examinations are one way of giving the student concrete goals to aim for in both technique and musicality and are also a motivational tool for regular practice.
Royal Conservatory examinations, the nationally recognized standard for music examinations in Canada, are meant to be a positive and developmental experience. Students are tested on the performance of repertoire, studies and technique. Ear training and sight-reading requirements
help develop and reinforce solid musicianship and skills. The RCM syllabi list the examination requirements for each grade and subject.
For more information about the RCM exams, visit their website at www.rcmexaminations.org or pick up an RCM bookmark at any one of our Music Education Centres. Teachers at Long & McQuade will prepare you for these optional exams.
Rock Skool
Benefits of Optional Examinations
Long & McQuade hosts recitals twice a year, in December and in June, to give interested students the opportunity and experience of sharing their music with others. Preparing for a performance is a great motivator, and the performance itself provides a sense of pride and accomplishment for the student and his or her family.
All of our special music groups, from fiddle classes to Rock Skool, wrap up their sessions with a performance for family & friends to showcase their musical talents.
Community music festivals also offer students an opportunity to perform in a music competition or non-competitive classes. Professional adjudicators give constructive suggestions on the student’s performance.
Contact your local Long & McQuade Music Education Centre for festival dates and how to register.
