Drum Lessons Manatee County, FL

Instruments: Drums, Ukulele, Mallet Percussion, Djembe

I meet people where they are. I know that every person comes with their own experiences and challenges. I aim to cater my teaching methods to the individual's needs. I will build lesson plans based on the student's interests and needs. We can explore the instruments together in my collaborative, creative and fun teaching style. I like to see people smiling and know that if you enjoy what you are doing, then that is the most important aspect of learning and becoming inspired to expand creative knowledge more. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Utilizing extensive techniques, including specialization of The Moeller Stroke, Free Stroke, Power Stroke, Finger Playing, Double Bass, and Coordinated Independence, my mission is to give players an advantage in the form of the ability to expressively perform what they can image within, true to form and free of thought. Once proper technique is developed and muscle memory formed, a musician can then focus on turning their emotions into sounds through music -- when both of these skills are obtained, only then is a player able to unlock their potential ability!a Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Lute, Euphonium, Shakuhachi, Latin Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience started early on as a recognized multi instrumentalist even by my friends , I was able to teach them and put musical groups together or join existing ones. Playing various instruments in several different bands at the same time was a challenge but lots of fun, and has continued as of recently. I have played throughout the US and parts of Europe, while also teaching. I studied jazz guitar with Vik Juris and Berklee graduate Dave Rubin. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Synthesizer, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Acoustic Guitar

For younger students I start off really easy because I want the student to not be intimidated by the learning curve of instrument mastery. I strive to make the student feel like they are succeeding every step of the way. Before each class I have my full lesson prepared and can use a standard musical instruction book if the parent would like or if I feel that it is necessary. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

The Timber Creek Regiment is a well recognized and successful band program in Orlando, FL. I became center snare in 2008 and percussion captain in 2009. I was accepted into the Florida State University in 2010, and became a part of the Big 8 Drumline snare line. Between 2010-2014, the Marching Chiefs performed at various social events, football games, fundraisers, parades, soccer games, volleyball games, basketball games, etc. And separately, the Big 8 Drumline performed at more events solo. Read More