Drum Lessons in Denny Blaine , WA

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

...I usually spend the first several minutes of the first lesson talking to the student about their goals, interests, musical tastes etc. I try and help them to feel comfortable because I know lessons can be nerve racking. ... Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

...For my beginning drum students, I use Mark Wessels "A Fresh Approach to the Snare Drum and Drum Set", Rod Morganstein's "drum set musician", and Mitchell Peters' "Developing Dexterity". ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion

...In addition, I have pioneeredmy own musical projects throughout the years. Ihave performed with greats such as singer-songwriter Keith Secola, psychedelic-jazz entrepreneur Wayne Horvitz, and New-Orleans based guitarist Cliff Hines.My musiccan also be heard on many recordings including, the 2013 video release of Mary Lambert's "She Keeps Me Warm".... Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Djembe

...I assign practicing material based on the goals, interests, and performance level of each student. While learning individual pieces can be fun, I also focus on giving the student the right tools to become a life-long musician in whatever capacity they choose.... Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Clarinet Drums Mallet Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

...My main teaching experience comes from working with multiple marching bands during their summer training camps. I worked as a percussion instructor and I taught marching techniques, playing techniques, drills, and rehearsed parts within the section.... Read More