Trevor | Teacher #3628
About Trevor
Trevor, a multifaceted musician, offers online lessons in composition, drumset, percussion, jazz improvisation, music appreciation, and music theory. With extensive experience and a diverse musical background, Trevor believes in fostering skill and mastery in a positive, team-oriented environment. His journey began with drum lessons from a remarkable one-handed teacher, leading to performances with renowned bands and musicians. Armed with degrees in psychology and linguistics, Trevor emphasizes clear communication and mindfulness in musical education. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, Trevor's expertise extends beyond drumming, enriching students' musical growth. Book an interview now.
Drumset Percussions Composition Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation Composition Jazz Improvation RCM - Basic Harmony RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Intermediate Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons
Jazz Pop Rock Latin Salsa Rock and Roll Heavy Metal Blues Hip Hop Progressive Rock Reggae Rhythm and Blues Ska Funk Rap
English Spanish
Teaching Philosophy
For me, teaching music is like teaching sports, with a twist. Teaching to play a sport or a musical instrument well, involves engaging students in exercises that develop skill and mastery, to be showcased on a field/rink/stage, for fun, self-esteem, solidarity, and to learn leadership skills. Like when teaching sports, music occurs often in a team environment, which involves learning how to communicate clear and confidently, as both the generator of a unique message with a common goal, and as a receiver of another’s message to achieve a victory (in sport) or harmony (in music). Whereas developing skill in sport is mediated by a ball or a puck among teammates and for spectators, developing skill in music is mediated by the relationship a person has with their instrument, him/her/their self and how they communicate with their fellow musicians, and typically an audience. Join me in your musical education for your highest aim. Let´s make it happen together.
Musical Education
To begin, in the beginning my family had a hand-me-down drumset with glitter, and I learned how to approach the drums by a junior high history teacher who only had one hand, but incredible will and bright curiosity… My first lesson in music, with a crummy set of drums, and a teacher with one hand who could play anything, was that for me in my musical journey, like my one-handed drum teacher, was that anything was possible as well for me and my glittery drums. More formally, I was trained to play snare drum and drum set by David Schneider at his business called the Music Cellar (Winnipeg, Mb). Growing up, I played and performed with school bands (including in jazz combos and a wind ensemble), as well as with friends during the lunch hour, performing for our friends. I pursued higher level performance in honor band and also all star provincial (MB) jazz band (with Bernie Rose). I attended drum master classes with Omar Hakim (The Polic, Weather Report), Mike Mangini (Dream Theatre), and Peter Erskin (Kate Bush, Diana Krall, and Queen Latifah). Additionally, I played drum set for the Long and McQuade jazz band (1998-1999), directed by Janice Finlay (Winnipeg, Mb), who played saxophone with the Ron Paley Big Band. My crowning achievements were playing for Princess Anne at the Lyric Theatre in Assinniboine Park, and later at Manitoba Theatre Centre playing with Peter Appleyard, OC. I have also studied human development and communication, earning 2 bachelor's degrees in psychology (2006), and linguistics (2016), and also a master's of arts in linguistics (2022). In conclusion, my passion for clear and direct communication has inspired me to share my knowledge and inspire others to learn mindfulness, self-awareness, and skill in using the drum set as a medium for personal growth and connection with others, in a musical ensemble, and in life more broadly. I wish for all my students what I had, many adaptable musical skills for any platform upon which to thrive!
Awards and Distinctions
Scholarship offer from University of Manitoba School of Music Scholarships offer from University of Brandon School of Music
Special Skills and Trainings
Statistical training American Sign Language Spanish Russian Drum set Drum and melody sequencer
Lessons on an online platform
Trevor can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Trevor is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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