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Bass Lake Music Lessons
Guitar, Singing & Songwriting Lessons for Adults & Teens
Book your first session today. First 30 minute consultation is free. (705) 329-3815
Bass Lake Music Lessons provides private guitar, singing and songwriting instruction for adults and older teens in a dedicated teaching space on Bass Lake in Oro-Medonte. We offer individual lessons and small group classes.
Ian North, a professional songwriter and performer, offers focused, one-on-one lessons rooted in practical musicianship and creative development. Jennifer Claveau brings additional experience in the music industry as a practicing artist, former college instructor and arts management professional. Together, they offer thoughtful guidance grounded in real-world experience.
What You’ll Learn
• Guitar technique
• Songwriting structure
• Vocal Strength and Projection
• Breathing Exercises
• Musical confidence
• Creative expression
• Performance skills through experience
• Artistic development, preferences and style
• Basic audio/video recording skills
Modern songwriting on the water's edge, just outside of Orillia
Music lessons take place on the shores of Bass Lake in Oro-Medonte, at the Green Forest Gallery.
Online lessons are also available.*
Ian North offers beginner, intermediate and advanced guitar and songwriting lessons. Professional delivery of fully customized creative programs for teens 15+ and adults.
Guitar lessons are generally between 30-45 minutes per session at $30. Songwriting sessions are a minimum of 60 minutes starting at $85 per hour. Special pricing packages and volume discounts available.
To inquire about scheduling, pricing and for general information, please contact Ian North at ian@iannorth.com or call 705.329.3815
More About Bass Lake Music Lessons
Guitar, Vocals & Songwriting Lessons in Oro-Medonte
Bass Lake Music offers private guitar and songwriting lessons for adults and older teens at a dedicated teaching space on Bass Lake in Oro-Medonte, serving the Orillia region.
Lessons are focused, practical, and designed for steady progress in musicianship and creative development.
What We Offer
Private Guitar Lessons
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Technique and musical fluency
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Chord progressions and song structure
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Fingerstyle and rhythm development
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Song-based learning
Songwriting Lessons
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Lyric writing and refinement
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Melody development
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Arrangement and structure
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Creative process guidance
Instruction is tailored to individual goals, whether you are returning to music, developing original material or building foundational skills.
Who It’s For
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Adults returning to guitar
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Serious beginners (15+)
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Emerging songwriters
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Musicians seeking structured development
This is not a children’s beginner program. Lessons are designed for focused students ready to work consistently.
About Your Teachers
Ian North is a professional songwriter and performer with decades of experience in recording, live performance and musical collaboration. His teaching is rooted in real creative practice. Ian North holds a Bachelor degree in English from York University, Toronto.
Jennifer Claveau is an accomplished singer-songwriter and practicing visual artist. She is also a business consultant with experience in post-secondary instruction and music industry development. She supports students in creative direction and professional awareness. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Art History and is expected to complete her Masters of Environmental Studies with a focus on environmental arts and Sustainability Education this June 2026 from York University, Toronto.
Artist-in-Residence Program: Special guests, colleagues and touring artists will be invited occasionally to lead specialized performance workshops, interdisciplinary practices and experimental collaborations using a wide range of percussion instruments.
Lesson Format & Pricing
Lessons are scheduled by appointment. Limited weekly spots are available.
Private Guitar Lessons
30–45 minutes – $30
Private Singing Lessons
30-45 minutes - $45
Songwriting Lessons
60 minutes – $85
Live Performance Practice & Preparation
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Customized performance packages available
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Includes opportunities to perform at various local venues
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Performance evaluations and feedback
Location
Lessons take place at Green Forest Gallery on Bass Lake in Oro-Medonte, serving Oro-Medonte and the greater Orillia area. First visit and consultation and evaluation is free. Book a lesson today!
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