Guitar, Bass, & Drum Teachers

at Visionary Centre for the Performing Arts

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.

Asher

Drum Teacher • St. Albert

Asher is a versatile drummer with over 12 years of experience and a passion for helping students find their groove. Having performed in three dynamic bands—Jazz, Progressive Rock, and Alternative Rock—he brings a deep understanding of rhythm, creativity, and musicality to every lesson.

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.

Kelly

Drum Teacher • Edmonton & St. Albert

Kelly Doiron is a passionate and invested guide with over 15 years of teaching experience. His dedication has allowed him to share the beauty of drums with students of all ages, 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.

An active player, Kelly has opened for a diverse range of acts, spanning from Fred Penner (children’s) to Agent Orange (punk). Currently busy pounding out hits for local cover-band Pushing Ginger, Kelly is a freelance percussionist who has performed on many stages. Notable appearances include: UP+DT, Taste of Edmonton, 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).

Blake

Guitar • South Edmonton

Blake’s love for music started young—he picked up a classical guitar as a teenager and never looked back. After completing Grade 5 RCM, he kept up his classical chops but couldn’t resist turning up the volume. Rock and metal quickly became his jam, and he threw himself into mastering those styles too.

He followed his passion all the way to Grant MacEwan University, earning his music diploma and hitting the road with the band In Oath of Hera. Whether it’s shredding solos, fingerpicking Bach, or just jamming for fun, Blake brings energy, experience, and a love of all things guitar to every lesson.

He’s excited to teach students of all ages, skill levels, and musical tastes—if you’re ready to play, Blake’s ready to rock.

Shea

Bass • St. Albert

Shea is a bass teacher with 12 years of experience, focused on helping students become confident, musical bass players. His specialties are slap funk, double thumb technique, bass theory, and crafting bass lines that lock with drums and drive a song forward.

Whether you’re learning fundamentals, levelling up your technique, or trying to create bass parts that sound professional–Shea will help you build the tools to play clean, groove hard, and understand what you’re doing.

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.

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.

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.

2025 Private Lesson Rates

Starting at $124 / 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 - $124-$175/Month*
45 Minute Lessons - $185-$261/Month*
1 Hour Lessons - $241-$345/Month*
*Rates vary by instructor based on experience and skill level.
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