Welcome to East Van Music Lab
East Van Music Lab is a creative music and multimedia studio for adults and youth. We offer private lessons that build strong fundamentals and confidence for beginners, and we guide students through a full creative pipeline that includes band labs, recording sessions, songwriting, and studio video projects.
Proud recipient of the Best Music Teacher Award
Georgia Straight’s Best of Vancouver 2023
About East Van Music Lab
A unique, creative, personalized approach to music education
East Van Music Lab is a curated, boutique learning space offering music education, band programs, and professional studio experiences in East Vancouver and online. Founded by award-winning educator, producer and multi-instrumentalist Michael Simpsonelli (Simpsonelli Productions), EVML is built on connection, creativity, and community.
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Michael brings over 25 years of experience teaching guitar, drums and bass to students of all levels. He provides a safe, supportive, and fun learning environment rooted in strong personal relationships and positive mentorship.​
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Sacha Levin lights up the room with her energetic teaching style and deep experience on djembe, congas, cajón, and other percussion. Her private and group classes bring rhythm to life for kids and adults alike, creating a fun, inspiring space where everyone feels the beat.
Lessons Tailored to You
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Songs, theory, technique, and sight-reading
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One-on-one private lessons and in-person group band classes
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Styles including rock, jazz, blues, country, folk, metal, and more
More Than Just Lessons
We also offer:
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Seasonal songwriting and recording workshops (spring and summer)
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Professional band recording sessions
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Creative mentorship & artist development
Online Lessons
Learn from anywhere. EVML offers high quality online guitar, drum, bass
lessons for adults and youth across Canada, the United States, and the UK.
Clear audio, multiple camera angles, and a personalized approach.
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Why Choose East Van Music Lab?
We offer more than just lessons. EVML is a professional, boutique music learning experience run by an award-winning educator with over 25 years of experience. Our programs combine creativity, mentorship, and real-world projects to give students something they can truly be proud of.
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Programs take place in both a professional home-based studio and Woodland Sound Studio, one of Vancouver’s premier recording spaces
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Trusted by families across East Van - many students return season after season
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Inclusive and supportive environment, designed to bring out each student’s unique voice
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Real recording sessions, band coaching, and video projects - not just theory and scales
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Fully insured, with Standard First Aid + CPR Level C certification
East Van Music Lab is powered by Simpsonelli Productions – See what students are saying on Google!
CONTACT US
Please reach out via this contact form with any inquiries.
Admin and communication hours are Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The studio is closed on weekends.
Weekend messages will be returned on Monday.
