MODERN MUSIC STUDIO BARRIE
ABOUT US
Our music teachers are not only local award winning musicians, but possess years of experience working with young musical minds.
Bob Cole - Guitar, Ukulele, Bass, Piano
Bob began teaching guitar in 2004 at one of the largest music schools in Canada. Bob has won awards as a singer songwriter, gigged in bands and as a solo artist, played and recorded with members of the Tragically Hip, shared the stage with Bedouin Soundclash and Sloan, shared representation with I Mother Earth, and engineered live sound at music venues across the country. He's also produced music that has been featured on "The Shot Canada Season 2" and writes and produces podcast theme songs. Bob grew up right here in Barrie, and now he has returned to share what he's learned over the years, hopefully spreading some of his enthusiasm and love for all things music along the way. Bob started the Modern Music Studio with the hope of building a community of young musicians, and providing a space for both young and old to discover their musical passions on their own terms.
Kenny Parry - Vocals, Drums
Kenny has been involved in music from a very early age, starting with drums at 2 years old! Since then he has become a multi-instrumentalist, lead vocalist and songwriter, forming the band progressive metal band Jupiter Hollow in 2015. Kenny studied at Centennial College in the Music Industry Arts Program where he developed knowledge and awareness of his talents as both a performer and teacher. Kenny now has years of experience as a performing vocalist with songwriting and recording experience. He can help singers expand their skills and confidence while helping them to learn to protect and understand the fragility of their instrument. Kenny brings a passion for music to every lesson, and believes most importantly that his student should learn the songs they want to learn, while having fun and leaving every lesson feeling rewarded for following their own passion.
Sammy Johnston - Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Bass, Vocals
Sam is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, as well as a recent music graduate from Wilfrid Laurier University. She fronts a local heavy blues & rock band Sammy & the Band, and in 2021 she won the Orillia & District Arts Council Emerging Artist award. Sam enjoys many genres of music from blues to heavy metal and everything in between, and she is also a huge lover of music theory and the technical aspects behind a song. Sam loves to share knowledge and hopes to bring a fun and exciting atmosphere to new musicians!
Nathaniel Rice - Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Bass, Vocals
Nathaniel Rice is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and independent recording artist from Georgian Bay. Nathaniel has been playing and writing music for over 15 years, and has studied music at Fanshawe College's renowned Music Industry Arts program. Nathaniel's primary areas of expertise are electric and acoustic guitar, banjo and vocals, and he is also proficient in piano, bass, and music production. With experience both studying and teaching music, Nathaniel believes learning an instrument should be fun, and caters to all musical interests and experience levels.
Alondra Vega-Zaldivar - Piano, Vocal
Cuban-born Alondra Vega-Zaldivar is a composer, performer and teacher residing in Barrie, Ontario, where she vehemently strives to promote and disseminate contemporary music. Her pieces have been performed across Canada, the United States and reaching as far as Milna, Croatia. She is the founder, curator and performer/composer of the Art Song Collaborative Project (ASCP) which brings Canadian and International composers together for the collaboration of a new opera through art songs. Since 2016 Alondra has produced, performed and composed for 6 operas through art song.
Alondra is also a part of the Advisory Board for the Canadian Music Centre.
Nathaniel Reynolds-Welsh - Drums, Guitar, Bass
Nate has over 20 years experience, the last 10 devoted to playing in original bands as well as being a hired live/session musician in the GTA. Nate covers all genres from latin, afro-cuban, funk, and fusion, to hard rock and metal. With patience and keeping things fun, he will having you grooving and shredding in no time!
Adam Crossman- Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Piano, Drums
Adam is an award winning solo acoustic guitarist and composer. He has been playing and performing professionally for over 10 years, he has toured internationally through Canada, USA, and has successfully performed a solo concert series throughout China. In 2015, he won 2nd place at The Canadian Guitar festival international fingerstyle guitar competition. Adam has been highly recognized by the progressive guitar community and labels such as (CandyRat Records & FretMonkey Records) He has been teaching throughout Durham Region & Kawartha Lakes in an academic geared environment for over 7+ years. Adam has a strong passion for teaching and sharing concepts and ideas, and guiding you along on your guitar journey!
Jaclyn Kenyon - Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Jaclyn Kenyon is a recording and performance artist coming to our studio by way of Nashville, TN. Her professional journey began at age 12 receiving national attention as the youngest performer in Canada's prestigious Honey Jam showcase, sponsored by Warner Music. In 2023, under the mentorship of Wendy Starland (who discovered Lady Gaga) Jaclyn emerged victorious on the Banded Music Reality TV show with her band "Starland". Jaclyn has garnered recognition for her mature writing and performance skills, leading to co-writing opportunities with major labels such as Warner, EMI, and Sony. Jaclyn brings her talents to the Modern Music Studio team as an advanced vocal instructor, and a beginner guitar and piano instructor who can help young artists hoping to kickstart their careers and navigate the music industry.
Sonny Martin - Piano, Saxophone
Sonny Martin is a song writer, pianist, and horn player from right here in Barrie. Sonny has been playing music for over a decade, has been writing for half a decade, and has went to Humber College for music. His primary focuses in teaching are piano, saxophone, ear training, and music theory. He believes that everyone should learn to be able to play music to some degree and is excited to spread the knowledge to help that happen.
Aiden Butterworth - Guitar, Bass, Drums
Aiden is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter with years of experience performing live and recording music with acts such as progressive metal outfit “Colony” and melodic hardcore punk outfit “Rosewood Annie”. Aiden got his start playing bass at age 10 when him and his friends wanted to make a band. Learning tunes by Billy Talent and the RHCP led to a lifelong passion and love for the bass guitar that led him into genres such as jazz fusion and metal. In high-school, Aiden gained experience travelling and competing with school concert and jazz bands. Around this time Aiden played bass for several musical productions including “RENT” and “Miss Saigon” where he solidified his musical theory knowledge and sight-reading abilities. He believes there is value in all genres of music, and you should play what inspires you. Aiden loves to share his passion for music with students of all ages and abilities.
Simon Oliver - Drums, Bass, Guitar, Piano
Originally from England, Simon has 20 years of experience performing drums; writing, recording and performing in several bands across the UK and Canada. With a background in classical music theory as well as contemporary musical styles, Simon can help bring your creative side to life behind the kit.
Friday Night Jam Nights
Our Friday Jam Night crew meets every Friday night at 730 pm at the studio to play songs together in a band setting (led by one of our fantastic teachers). There are multiple opportunities for the band to perform throughout the year, including at the Santa Claus parade in November, at our biannual concerts at the Five Points Theatre in December and June and at Innisfil’s Music in the Park in August. We have 3 sessions and we try to combine students with similar interests and abilities. Cost is just $10/week and we run this as an open house format (meaning any may attend, and no committment is necessary).
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Modern Music Studio
111 Toronto st. Barrie, Ontario
705-770-0826
modernmusicbarrie@gmail.com
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