U of T Jazz Studies: Students

Ryan Brouwer (Spadina and College)
Ryan has been playing trumpet and guitar for over 9 years, and teaching both instruments for over 4 years. He teaches all levels in guitar, theory, ear training and trumpet. $40/hour; $25/half hour
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Tara Kannangara (College and Ossington)
Tara has studied both classical and jazz trumpet at the University of Victoria and the University of Toronto. She teaches students of all ages and levels as well as beginner ear training and theory.
$40/hour $25/ half hour.
tarakkann@gmail.com 647 860 1559
Michael Whyte (Dundas & University)
Mike has 9 years of experience on the trumpet and a diploma from Grant MacEwan College. He teaches classical and jazz trumpet as well as theory and ear training. $40/hour.
email 647 454 6453

Brendan Cassidy (Runnymede & Dundas West)
Brendan has ten years experience teaching jazz and classical saxophone, clarinet and flute. He teaches all levels; his students range in ages from 10-62. $50/hour; $35/half hour
email 416 604 0091
Ben Dietschi (Bathurst & Bloor)
Ben holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance, and has extensive teaching and performance experience. He teaches saxophone, theory and composition to a wide range of ages from elementary students to adults, and strives to provide a unique and personal approach for each student. $40/hour; $25/half hour
email 416 988 3127
Anthony Rinaldi (Main and Danforth)
Anthony has substantial experience as a teacher and a player. $40/hour; $30/half hour.
email 416 276 0967
Dave Rubel dave.rubel@hotmail.com 416 268 0073
Dave has studied at both Humber College and the University of Toronto. He accepts students of all levels, and specifically enjoys students who can match his enthusiasm and energy for music. $40/hour $25/half hour
dave.rubel@hotmail.com 416 268 0073
Matt Woroshyl (U of T)
Matt teaches classical and jazz saxophone, flute and clarinet to students of all levels.
$40/hour $25/half hour
matt.woroshyl@gmail.com (647) 637-4620

Anders Azzopardi (Kipling & Bloor)
Anders has experience teaching students at the high school and elementary school levels, in both the classical and jazz mediums. $40/hour; $25/half hour
email 416 817 2974
Paul Tarussov (Queen and Woodbine, will travel)
Paul holds a Master’s degree from the Juilliard School and has studied with Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, and Elliot Mason. He accepts students of any level, and also teaches improvisation, composition, songwriting, and music theory.
$50/hour $25/half hour
paul.trombone@gmail.com 416-457-9641
Steve Ward (Avenue Rd. and Dupont)
Steve holds a classical bachelor degree from the University of Windsor and is working towards his Masters in Jazz Performance from U of T. Teaching both classical and jazz, Steve has significant teaching experience with elementary and high school trombonists. $45/hour; $30/half hour
email 647 286 8640

Barbra Lica (Bay and Bloor)
Barbra has been teaching jazz and popular music to voice students for over four years. She has experience teaching students of all ages and musical abilities. $50/hour
marmalade.luver@gmail.com 416-662-7362

Ali Berkok (Pape & Danforth, U of T)
Toronto pianist Ali Berkok has released two CDs as leader of the modern jazz outfit Arkana Music. He is also a member of Muskox, the acclaimed folk-minimalist ensemble. $60/hour
ali.berkok@gmail.com 647 221 9651
Ben Hognestad (U of T)
Ben teaches piano, ear training, theory, and improvisation. $40/hour $20/half hour
banjoman_77@hotmail.com 647.444.4204
Chris Pruden ( McCaul Dundas, U of T, will travel)
Chris has a diploma from Grant MacEwan College. He teaches piano, jazz improvisation, ear training, and theory. $40/Hour $25/Half Hour
PrudenC@gmail.com 647-248-7678
Ian Sinclair (Parkdale, will travel)
Following studies at North Texas State and McGill University, Ian is currently working towards his DMA in jazz performance at U of T. He has served as Artist-in-Residence and Lecturer at the University of Idaho and has over ten years experience as a private piano teacher working with students of all ages and levels. $60/hour $40/40 minutes
iansinclair.jazz@gmail.com 647 997 5468 www.myspace.com/iansinclair

Alex Goodman (Yonge & Lawrence)
Toronto jazz guitarist Alex Goodman has released two CDs under his own name, played on three continents and toured throughout Canada. He is an accomplished musician and teaches guitar, improvisation and composition to students of all levels.
$50/hour
goodman_alex@yahoo.com 416 859 5299 www.alexgoodman.ca
Nate Hiltz (Spadina and Harbord)
Nate has been teaching guitar professionally since 1999. With students ranging in age from 6 to 68 he teaches jazz, rock, pop, folk, and music theory. He has experience with special needs and ESL students. $40/ hour $25/half hour.
email 416 934 1719.
Noel Thomson (Avenue and Chaplin)
Noel has had many years of experience teaching guitar, piano and theory in high schools, elementary schools and music studios. Working with a wide variety of skill levels, styles, and ages, he has developed a unique style for his private lessons. $40/hour; $25/half hour.
email 647 938 4434

Alex Fournier (Charles St. West & Avenue Rd.)
Alex has taught classical and jazz bass, electric and acoustic, theory and ear training for over 4 years. He has experience with students age 12-40, and offers an individual and flexible approach to learning. $40/hour; $25/half hour.
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Mark Godfrey (Ossington and Dupont)
Mark has been teaching double and electric bass, clarinet and theory since 2002. His students range from age 5 to 60. He has significant experience working with special needs students. $40/ hour; $25/half hour.
email 647 505 6845
Matt Roberts (Davenport & Ossington, will travel)
Matt studied classical music at U of A, and is currently working towards his Masters in Jazz Performance at U of T. He teaches bass guitar and upright bass.
matt@mattroberts.ca 647-678-2277 www.mattroberts.ca

Mathew MacDonald
Mat welcomes students of all musical levels and musical tastes, and strives to offer a fun, interactive and relaxed learning experience. $30/hour $20/half hour
drummerboy22@sympatico.ca 647-999-6937
Richard Piasetski (Bathurst & Bloor)
Richie holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen’s University. With nine years of experience on the drums and three years teaching, he accepts students of all levels and ages. $40/hour
email 647 505 7238

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