Jeff Vasey Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano

Jeff Vasey has been teaching guitar, bass, and drums for 18 years at Pro Music in Waterloo. During this time he’s been developing a new guitar program that integrates theory and ear- training, while at the same time using more current music than traditional programs. New Bass and Drum programs are also in the works for September.

While at Pro Music, Jeff ran the bandroom, and was the most requested teacher. Some of his past students currently play in Lucid, the Band from Planet X, Capricorn Veta, Jenn, Caulfield, the Rotten, and most of the guitar teachers at Pro Music are former students.

Jeff is currently rewriting the piano curriculum to include more current music, as well as new lessons in the theory and rhythms of contemporary music.

When not teaching, Jeff also does recording sessions both as an engineer/producer and as a musician, fixes instruments, has played guitar and bass in several bands, including Jacob’s Room and the Morganfields. Currently, he’s working on a new CD under the name Hopecase, and playing drums in a new band with Mike Waldeck.

Mike Waldeck Guitar, Bass

Mike Waldeck has been teaching for several years at KW Keys in Kitchener and Preston Music Schools in Cambridge. He now teaches only for JVMS. His attention to technique and patience make him a great teacher for students from beginner to semipro. He is also the guitar player and principal songwriter in Broken Mould, a part-time project with Jeff.

Mark Wanka Guitar, Bass

Mark Wanka took lessons from Jeff for 8 years at Pro Music in Waterloo, so he was a natural addition to the family. He's now been teaching for us for 3 years. Despite his young age, he is a veteran of the local rock scene, having played in Revolver, Malaprop, Capricorn Veta, and now Gran Casino. They recorded their 1st EP last winter in NY with Alex Newport (At the Drive-In, Sepultura, Me First and the Gimme Gimme's). They are currently working on preproduction in anticipation of another recording this winter

Amy Barber Voice, Piano

Amy Barber is a talented multi-instrumentalist whose background includes music programs at Mohawk and McMaster. A gifted singer with an ambundance of enthusiasm, she keeps her students motivated, productive, and most of all, excited for new challenges.

 

 

 

 

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