Our belief is that playing a musical instrument should be an enjoyable experience.
We offer private music lessons. This allows us to individualize the lesson to your desires. From Rock to Country, from Pop to Jazz, whichever style appeals to you, our teachers will help you become the musician you want to be. We also offer in house exams to our students. This gives the student a sense of achievement and an end goal to work for each year. The students are examined on all aspects of music.
Our students have many opportunities to gain playing experience whether in one of our recitals, or one of our many show cases. Arden’s also offers “band settings” for groups of students and adults whom share musical tastes and ability. This is a great experience for all involved and quite frankly just plain fun.
Arden’s facilities help create a great atmosphere to learn in. Our centrally located schools are situated beside Grocery stores and schools as well as other major shopping venues. Both locations offer secure environments, with lots of free parking in well lit areas.
Music Lessons at Arden’s
It’s about fun
It’s about music
It’s about you. |
Justin Leadbeater - Drums
Justin is entering his 4th year as a Drum Instructor for Arden’s Music. Justin has also instructed Percussion for the Department of National Defence (Cadets) for the past 4 years. Although Justin prefers to play Rock and Metal, Justin is very well versed in Jazz and improvisation as well.
Jake Yntema - Guitar
Jake is entering his 3rd year teaching Guitar for Arden’s Music. Jake is currently playing guitar for “One Reverb”. As a gigging musican Jake prefers to play his originals (Alternative Rock style) but Jake is very well versed playing Classical Guitar as well.
Katie Lewis - Voice and Piano
Katie is entering her 8th year teaching Voice and Piano for Arden’s Music. Katie attended York University for Music Performance. Katie helps her students play and sing popular artists such as Taylor Swift, Hannah Montana etc but Katies main passion is Broadway.
Rob Tougas - Guitar
Rob is entering his 3rd year teaching Guitar for Arden’s Music. Rob is currently playing guitar for “One Reverb”. As a gigging musician Rob prefers to play his own originals (Alternative Rock style) but Rob is also a Metal guy.
Ernie Chrysler- Drums and Guitar
Ernie is entering his 12th year teaching Drums and Guitar for Arden’s Music. Ernie attended the music performance program at Cambrian College. From local rock bands (currently playing for groundspeed) , to performances with the Sudbury Symphony, Ernie is eager to share experience with students ranging from beginner/hobbyist to those looking to pursue a post secondary education in the music arts.
Beverly Dafoe - Piano
Beverly Dafoe is entering her 41th year instructing Piano at Arden’s Music. Beverly has her A.R.C.T., R.M.T qualifications as well as being a Member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association for 31 years. Bev enjoys Classical, Romantic and Modern Jazz music.
Janice Scott -Piano
Janice is entering her 5th year instructing music at Ardens. Janice has a passion for teaching all ages and has a relaxed attitude. Janice enjoys classical music as well as popular music, but her real love is for the music of the Romantic period.
Becky Wright -Piano
Becky is entering into her first year teaching piano at Ardens Music. Becky specializes in teaching younger children the fun side of piano. Selena was a student of Arden's Music for many years
Derek Elliott -Guitar
Derek has been teaching guitar for over 10 years. Derek is graduate and former Instructor for the Digital Arts for Musicians program at St. Lawrence College in Kingston, ON. Derek has always been passionate about making other people passionate about music, guitar in particular.
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Allan Fehrenbach – Fiddle, Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar
Allan has been teaching for over 15 years in south-eastern Ontario. Allan is a freelance musician regularly gigging in Country and Bluegrass, while his preference, he is very adept in many genres.
Kelly Begg - -Piano, Brass and Woodwind
Kelly has been instructing Music in the quinte area for over 29 years. Kelly is active in the local cadet bands. Kelly taught the music programs at many of the local elementary schools in the region.
Carol Parks - Violin and Piano
Carol is entering her 10th year teaching at Arden’s Music. Carols passion for music and teaching makes her one of the most sought after Violin teachers in the Quinte area.
Lyndsay Bowker - Piano and Voice
Lyndsay is entering into her 1st year teaching piano and voice at Ardens Music. She has been playing and singing for over twelve years, and enjoys performing with various instruments within bands. Lyndsay has a strong passion for music and loves working with young kids. Lyndsay enjoys classic rock, jazz, and country, as well as Christian worship music.
Don Wallace - Guitar
Don has been teaching in the quinte area for over 21 years. Don has played in numerous local bands. Don has some experience as a studio musician as well. Dons patience and sense of humor make him one of the most popular teachers in the area.
Ron Nicholas - Guitar, Piano and Drums
Ron has been teaching in the quinte area for over 26 years. Ron is heavily involved in the local music community and runs many of the local jams. Ron is known for his patience and ability to ensure all his students progress and enjoy the musical journey. Ron enjoys all styles of music.
Lisa Terpstra – Violin, Vocal, Guitar and Piano
Lisa has been teaching for over 9 years and is certified with the Ontario College of Teachers. Lisa is skilled on a wide variety of instruments and specialized in Violin, Vocal, Guitar and Piano. Lisa enjoys classic rock and Pop.
Harold Lanay - Brass and Woodwind
Harold has been instructing brass and woodwind for over 9 years and is skilled on a variety of instruments. Harold enjoys a wide variety of music from Military and Concert Band music to Jazz.
Pat Clark - Guitar
Pat has been a working musician and teacher for over 36 years. Pat is well versed in many styles of music ranging from punk and folk to stylings of Johnny Cash and Hendrix, but has been mainly known as "the Neil Young Guy". Pat is eager to share experience with students ranging from beginner/hobbyist to the gigging musician. |
