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Music Lessons | Richmond Hill | Markham | Aurora | York Region 

Music Lessons at
Long & McQuade Richmond Hill

Private and Group Music Lessons for All Ages 

Long & McQuade Richmond Hill offers expert music instruction in piano, guitar, drums, voice, violin, ukulele, cello, clarinet, saxophone, and more. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced player, our certified instructors provide personalized one-on-one or group classes that help students thrive.

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Program Snapshot

At Long & McQuade Richmond Hill, we offer music programs for every age, stage, and learning style. Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time or preparing for advanced performance opportunities, our programs are designed to inspire progress and ignite passion. With a strong focus on building confidence through regular performance opportunities, every student is encouraged to step on stage and shine.

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Private Lessons

Ages 5 - Adult

  • 1:1 weekly private lessons

  • 30 min or 60 min 

  • All Instruments

  • All Ages

  • All Experience Levels​​

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Summer

Camps

Ages 5-12

  • Full day music camps

  • $368/week

  • Summer and March Break

  • Fun weekly themes

  • Beginner and advanced options

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Music Discovery

Ages 6 - 9

  • Learn 10 Instruments in 20 Weeks

  • Best way to start learning music

  • Hands on and fun learning

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Group

Piano

Ages 4 & 5

  • Group based learaning

  • Parents learn with students

  • Structured weekly curriculum

  • Great introduction to piano lessons

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Ages 6 - Adult

  • Great for students with intermediate and advanced experience

  • Weekly band sessions

  • Performance opportunities

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Musical Theatre

Ages 6-16

  • Officially Licensed Disney Productions

  • Great for students who love performing on stage

  • Hone singing and dancing skills

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Show

Choir

All L&M Richmond Hill Students

  • Weekly 120 min sessions

  • Ensemble Singing 

  • Live Performances

  • Confidence building 

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March

Break Camp

Age 6-9

  • Full day Music Camps during March Break 2026. 

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 

  • Learn a variety of instruments

  • Designed for beginners 

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ALL NEW!

Fall Registration for our all new Dance Centre is now open. Join us for our inaugural year of dance at Long & McQuade Richmond Hill. 

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Learn More About Our Programs

Download our Program Guide

Music Lessons that Make Sense

Regular Weekly Lessons

Stay on track with consistent weekly lessons designed to support steady growth and personalized progress.

Monthly

Recitals

Perform regularly at our monthly recitals and build confidence in a friendly and supportive environment.

No

Tax

All music lesson fees are tax-free, keeping your payments simple, clear, and easy to manage.

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No Contracts or Commitments

Join risk-free with no long-term contracts — cancel or pause at any time with no penalty.

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Self Serve Student Portal

Manage your schedule, make-up credits, and billing anytime through our easy-to-use student portal.

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Free Instrument Workshops

Try new instruments and sharpen your skills with hands-on workshops offered at no extra cost.

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Why Learn With Us?

  • Choose from 50+ industry expert teachers covering every instrument and style

  • 40 spacious classrooms loaded with some of the newest and best gear

  • Flexible in‑person + online scheduling, seven days a week

  • Free monthly recitals, workshops, and special programs to turn practice into performance

What our Students are Saying...

My daughter did her first recital and loved it. She was scared at first but Paymon was great assisting her to make her feel comfortable. He even let us take pictures of her after and taught her how to adjust the mic. The recital overall was great. It was enjoyable and not as boring I thought it could of been. Looking forward to the December recital.

Music Teacher Spotlight

Our music teachers at Long & McQuade Richmond Hill are the foundation of our highly regarded lesson programs. Each instructor is formally trained in music and brings years of experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels. From RCM exam preparation to contemporary music coaching, our expert faculty is dedicated to delivering personalized, inspiring lessons that support every student’s musical journey. Start here by meeting some of the talented team behind Richmond Hill’s most trusted private and group music lessons.

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Tim Woodger

Drums and Percussion Teacher

Tim Woodger is an accomplished percussionist and educator with more than 40 years of performance experience and over 20 years of teaching. A York University graduate, he specializes in drums, snare drum, timpani, and mallet percussion across rock, jazz, funk, pop, R&B, and orchestral styles. Having performed with ensembles including the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Tim helps students build strong fundamentals, confidence, and the versatility to thrive as musicians.

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Alex Spyrakos

Piano Teacher

Alex Spyrakos is a dedicated music educator who teaches in the public school system and offers private and group piano lessons to students of all ages. Energetic, insightful, and encouraging, she helps students develop strong musical foundations, confidence, creativity, and discipline. Through supportive and engaging lessons, Alex inspires each student to reach their full potential while fostering a lifelong love of music and learning.

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Josh Pelchovitz

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute Teacher

Josh is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. A University of Windsor graduate, he teaches saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, guitar, bass, and voice across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles. An active performer and Canadian Armed Forces musician, Josh brings real-world experience and enthusiasm to every lesson, helping students of all ages build strong skills, confidence, and their own unique musical path.

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Start Today, Risk Free

Try your first lesson with zero worries. If you don’t love it, it’s free—no strings attached. If it’s not the right fit, just let us know. Don’t want to continue? We’ll give you a full refund, including your first class. It’s that simple.

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Contact Us

Address

10 Via Renzo Drive, Richmond Hill, ON, L4S0B6

Contact

905-787-2090

Opening Hours

Mon - Thu

12:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Friday

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Sat -Sun

11:00 am – 6:00 pm

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