REVIEWS

“I met Costa when he ran a music workshop at my high school in grade 12. After a few years of advancing in my own drumming, I reached out to him for help with going back-to-the-basics, specifically in the areas of jazz & funk drumming. Even on short notice and within a small time frame, he was able to teach me foundational knowledge of both styles as well as pointers on how I could improve my playing along the way. Every lesson we had, both online and in-person, was informative and most importantly fun. Anything I asked for, he delivered. Big props to him for fostering an environment where you can not only improve your skills, but expose yourself to many new areas & artists on top of it. I can’t recommend Costa enough.”

-Jackson Schott

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“My son has been taking lessons from Costa for almost two years now and finds that he is a fun, engaging, patient teacher and he really enjoys his lessons. As a parent, I’m happy to see the encouragement he gives my son as well as the progress my son has made. I also find Costa to be both professional and very approachable.”

-Jennifer Simpson

 

“My daughter danced tap competitively for seven years and grade nine was approaching fast. She wanted to try something new so she signed up for music in her first semester of high school; she’d never had a lesson nor picked up an instrument. We needed a plan. So we picked the drums because we thought her tap dancing skills would transfer since she had to tap to the beats & rhythms of the songs she danced to. My daughter started lessons with Costa only once a week and after 9 months she had her school’s Junior Band audition for the drums. I was so happy when she came home and told me she got the drums and was playing them in the school band. I feel that this was possible because of Costa’s teachings. My daughter says Costa is easy to talk to, very patient, doesn't move too fast, and has helped her with the music curriculum she was working on in school. We have Costa to thank for all these new experiences.”

-Avril Atfield

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“I have taken music lessons with a few teachers in my life, but I’ve never had as much fun as I have with Costa. His drumming is of the highest calibre and he has the teaching skills to match. His knowledge of music and the history behind how it developed makes the learning of grooves, and the understanding of how to expand upon them, a lot easier. Costa is a phenomenal person, and I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drum.”

-Oscar Powles

 

“Drum lessons with Costa is one of the highlights of my son’s week. Costa is kind, patient and encouraging. He shows joy in seeing my son’s progress and his welcoming personality has been a key part of our coming back year after year. I’ve seen my son grow in skill and confidence during seasons of in-person and online lessons. To me, Costa’s "brand" is to make drum lessons welcoming and comfortable for kids. I think kids feel seen and appreciated by Costa. I didn't want a stuck-up music teacher who tolerates kids as long as they don't make any mistakes — or a super-intense drummer who believes the end result of every kid's drum career is playing a 20-piece kit in a metal band. Costa’s vibe is a really good match for my son and he feels good about drumming with Costa.”

-Paul Clugston

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"My son started taking drum lessons with Costa when he was 7 years old. Costa is great with kids. My son who is normally very shy around new people, immediately took to Costa. He is very patient and kind, and my son has learned so much! Costa is always welcoming and easy to work with. He is a true professional and I would highly recommend him."

-Holly Colaiacovo

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“Costa first came to my attention when I was AD of The Lynn River Music & Arts Festival with his band Bad Reed. His professionalism, wonderful promo materials, video and audio samples of his work, all guaranteed him and the band a spot on the main stage lineup, and boy did they deliver! Now, during the pandemic, Costa’s resilience has kicked into high gear and he set himself up immediately to continue his teaching schedule on an online platform. Thank you, Costa, for believing in the importance of Music Education and helping to inspire our next generation of musicians!”

-Sara Moody-Veldhuis

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“I started learning drums with Costa in 2018 at the age of 48 with no background in music. I say to all my friends: ‘If he can teach me how to play, he can teach anyone’. He is a great instructor who is able to make you feel like you can learn anything. Since March we’ve been doing our lessons online and it has been a great experience. If you are looking for an instructor who is not only a great drummer, but also a great teacher, Costa is the person for you.”

-Michelle Watt Evans

 

“Our 10 year old son has been taking drum lessons with Costa for a year now. Costa is a fantastic and patient instructor. His teaching methods keep our son interested & motivated to study and continue his endeavours to learn & play. We couldn’t be happier with the progress our son has made.”

-Vic Berzins

 

“My son started bucket drum lessons with Costa when he was 6 years old and has now made his way to the full drum kit. Costa is always welcoming, happy, excited to teach and a true professional. Even with the pandemic hitting, Costa did not miss a beat starting online drum lessons immediately which ran very smoothly, always on time and were very convenient during this time. I highly recommend Costa. Whether you are a beginner or continuing your musical journey Costa is a wonderful, knowledgeable and patient instructor.”

-Natasha Keddy-Wood