Annex Academy of Music
Toronto, Ontario
About
Annex Academy of Music, under the guidance of Andrew Furlong, offers comprehensive guitar and bass instruction in Toronto. With a teaching career spanning 16 years, Furlong brings a dual perspective to his pedagogy, blending formal jazz performance training from the University of Toronto and Grant MacEwan University with extensive ear training. This unique synthesis informs his approach, which prioritizes both theoretical rigor and practical musicality.
Furlong's teaching philosophy centers on individual student exploration within a diverse stylistic landscape. He adeptly navigates genres from rock and folk to pop and jazz, tailoring each private lesson to align with a student's musical inclinations. This personalized curriculum ensures that technical proficiency and theoretical understanding are always presented in a context that fosters genuine enjoyment and creative expression.
Students consistently find a supportive environment that encourages them to delve into their musical interests. Furlong's instruction transcends rote learning, instead cultivating an organic understanding of music that empowers students to develop their own artistic voice on both guitar and bass. His method effectively bridges academic knowledge with the intuitive joy of playing.