Drum Lessons in Chula Vista, CA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

I had started teaching music to my fellow peers in high school as a school project, and since then have been teaching privately to all ages and skill levels, as well as afterschool arts programs and guitar shops around San Diego. I encourage my students to have a good idea of what they want to accomplish, and through our lessons we'll focus in depth on not only reaching these goals, but doing so in a fun and creative way. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Originally from New York, I have extensive experience in live performance and recording in NY, San Diego, and LA. I also did a month long tour of Japan. Music is my passion and I love to pass this wonderful asset on to aspiring students. Through fundamentals and essentials, this is achieved. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I'm a professional drummer and educator of over 30 years experience in my field with a proven track recorded of helping students achieve their personal goals. I was lucky enough to have the privilege to study with some of the very best in the industry including: Steve Gadd (Eric Clapton / Simon and Garfunkel) Casey Scheuerell (Santana / Chaka Khan) , Joe Porcaro and Greg Bissonette to name a few. Following in the footsteps of my mentors, I truly feel that teaching is a privilege. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe

I want you to learn at your pace and to reach your goals as a musician. We'll set realistic goals so that when we reach them, it's incredibly rewarding to see how far we've come together. Mistakes are necessary for growth. The more the better! Staying motivated is most important to me. When we overcome obstacles together, we can achieve great things. Realizing what we can't yet do as musicians helps propel us into growth. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trombone Drums Organ Synthesizer Euphonium Tuba Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding that seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a student's desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Alongside my carrier as a profession musican and composer, I've also had extensive experience as an educator. I began teaching in 2009 while I was studying Jazz at UCSD. In 2011-2013 I was a teaching assistant at UC Irvine in 2011-2013 for the subjects of Music Appreciation, Fundamentals, History of Jazz, and Music of The Beatles - of which I lectured, graded, and tutored. Post graduation, I became the music director for the 2016-2017 program for the Coast Unified School District. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Recorder Mallet Percussion

I have 14 years of experience working with Elementary and Middle School aged musicians in a variety of capacities. I began my career as a Band Director, working with at-risk students in an after school program which served both Coachella Valley and Desert Sands unified school district. I later took a position with San Marcos Unified School District as a k-5 general music teacher, working with a student body of 1100 students on multiple focus areas, including group piano, musical theater, instrumental music and vocal music. Read More