Guitar, Bass, & Drum Teachers

at Visionary Centre for the Performing Arts

Cody

Guitar • South Edmonton

Cody Lloyd is an experienced, enthusiastic guitar player eager to teach students of all ages and experience levels. He is currently completing studies at Berklee School of Music and recording a full length album with his symphonic metal band. With a decade of live performing experience, Cody is committed to helping all of his students reach the next level on their guitar journey!

Navan

Bass & Guitar Teacher • South Edmonton

Navan Forsythe is a guitarist, bassist, and composer heavily influenced by folk, jazz, and classical music. Their strong basis in technique and theory is enough to give any student the tools they need to become whatever kind of musician they desire. They are a graduate of the composition program at Macewan University and bassist/guitarist in local folk rock band Payphones.

Sean

Guitar • St. Albert

With a specialist certificate in theory and harmony from Berklee College, Sean aspires to teach students of any age. Heavily influenced by heavy metal and jazz, Sean can provide students with the principles and techniques to become a proficient musician.

Randy

Guitar • St. Albert

Randy has been a fixture in the Western Canadian music scene since the late 1970's. He has performed virtually all styles of popular music on electric and acoustic guitar in every imaginable venue, from lounges to concert stages. He has played almost all of the rock and country festivals in Canada on multiple occasions and opened for artists Dwight Yaokim, April Wine and Lou Graham (Foreigner) to name a few. When he isn't performing or teaching you'll find him in the recording studio and has also appeared on numerous music videos (some featured on CMT) currently a free lance artist Randy maintains an intense enthousiasm for the guitar and teaching and enjoys mentoring the next generation of musical artists.

Leroy

Guitar • St. Albert

Leroy is a graduate of the world famous Musician's Institute of Technology in Hollywood, California. He studied with notables such as Paul Gilbert, Keith Wyatt, and Albert Lee. Leroy has a unique teaching style designed to inspire and motivate guitar players of all ages.

Broagan

Drums, Woodwind, and Guitar Teacher • Edmonton & St. Albert

Broagan is a multi instrumentalist with a bachelor degree in music from Grant MacEwan University. He plays Saxophone, flute, clarinet, drums and guitar and has played in several bands over the last decade.

Broagan welcomes students in all styles of music and has a passion for rock and jazz.

Mark

Drum Teacher • Edmonton & St. Albert

Mark is a professional drummer who has extensive experience in the music industry. He is currently the drummer in six professional bands covering a wide range of genres, and he is currently active in the music ministry in his local church. Mark has worked with a variety of artists helping with song arrangements and playing on several albums in Ontario and Alberta, and he’s been involved in the production of many musical recordings and projects. He is the preferred drummer of choice for Sun Cave Records recording studio in Bellis, Alberta.

Mark has been teaching drums to a wide range of people of different ages and levels of experience (including those with special needs) for over 10 years. It is his passion to help as many people as possible to learn, grow, strive and succeed in their desire to pursue music. Mark is a true believer that no matter how skilled you are, there is always room to learn more.

Kelly

Drum Teacher • Edmonton & St. Albert

With over a decade of teaching experience, Kelly Doiron is a passionate and invested guide. His dedication has allowed him to share the beauty of drums with students ranging from 5 to 80 years of age, and he is enthusiastic about tailoring lessons to each individual. Whether facilitating a student’s first encounter with the instrument, preparing them for University level auditions, or helping in between; Kelly is excited for the journey.

Kelly is an active player and has opened for a diverse range of acts, spanning from Fred Penner (children’s) to Agent Orange (punk). When he’s not pounding out hits for local rock cover-band Shred of Dignity, Kelly is a freelance percussionist who has performed on many stages. Notable appearances include: UP+DT, MASSif Music Festival, North Country Fair, and Strathearn Art Walk. He has also performed live on CJSR, Kootenay Co-Op Radio, and Balcony TV (YouTube).

Private Lesson Rates

Starting at $113 / Month

Private lessons are based on teacher experience and length of the lesson. We offer half hour, 45 minute, and 1 hour lessons. We accept pre-authorized payments by Visa, Mastercard, and Direct Debit.

Teacher schedules and availability are subject to change and private lesson spots can not be held without payment.

Half Hour Lessons - $113-$159/Month*
45 Minute Lessons - $168-$238/Month*
1 Hour Lessons - $215-$305/Month*
*Rates vary by instructor based on experience and skill level.
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