CONSERVATORY of MUSIC
Dan Skakun
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About
Dan Skakun has been teaching and playing drums professionally since 1981. He currently resides in Edmonton where he teaches at MacEwan University, The Alberta College Conservatory of Music as well as privately. Dan plays various styles of drums, but is most likely to be found playing jazz; he’s had the honour and pleasure of playing with the likes of PJ Perry, Tommy Banks, Bobby Cairns, Jim Head, Mike Rud, Andre White and many more wonderful musicians. Dan particularly enjoys playing with brushes!
Lessons
Dan offers private drum lessons online and in-person from his private studio in the Parkallen area. He teaches ages 5 to adult from beginner to advanced levels on weekday evenings and Saturdays. Styles include jazz and rock. He also helps students prepare for the MacEwan Bachelor of Music program.
Request lessons with Dan to discuss specific availability and rates.
Education
- Master of Arts, Aaron Copland School of Music, New York
- Bachelor of Music, McGill University
- Diploma (Jazz Performance), MacEwan University