Drum Lessons in Modjeska, CA

Instruments: Drums Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

After my time at Los Angeles College of Music, I taught in Nightingale Middle School Eagle Rock Jr. / Sr. High School (as an assistant for percussion students). Aside from those opportunities, Ive offered lessons privately and even taught at two Summer Night Light seasons through Los Angeles County. Aside from being a private instructor..i've performed, collaborated, recorded co-wrote with a plethora of local artists / groups in the area of North East Los Angeles. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Acoustic Guitar

When teaching beginners, especially kids, I find it easiest to have them learn songs that they already enjoy. This often involves learning the chords within the songs and allows us to start focusing on a strum pattern as well. If this seems daunting, sometimes we learn only the abridged or quick version of a song. I always like to start entry level students with the intro to "Come As You Are" by Nirvana. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums

I am a people person. During my time as a Finance professional I worked with many different types of people and it was my job to help them learn and understand and how certain " market " forces work as it pertains to their life and their goals. I look at teaching music in the same way. Everyone has their own idea of what they want to do with music and where they want to go. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Mallet Percussion

I really work hard to customize the lessons to each student, discussing with them (or their parent) what their goals are.  For beginning students who are children, I use a few great books, some of which I even learned out of when I took my first lessons at age 6. For older students, I try to be open to any material they're intrested in.  If a student  is set on learning to play Beach Boys songs, we don't spend so much time on the classic technique and rudiments BUT over the last 15 years I've developed a system of incorporating fundamentals into practical application that gets my students playing real songs right away while improving technique. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion

This continued, grew and developed throughout my 5 year tenure. As required by music education minors, we had to participate in finding an accredited school system and observe for one year and assist for one year. I was fortunate to discover String Theory Charter School in Center City Philadelphia and began walking to the school every morning before my classes started, sitting in the back of the classroom taking notes and shadowing the orchestral and vocal teachers as they went about their morning classes, absorbing as much information as I could. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Djembe

We play the full drum set right away, at the first lesson. It is not necessary to own a drum set for 3-4 months, in which time students practice at home on couches or beds where pillows represent the different parts of the drum set. I can offer advice when it comes to equipment purchases. I have a method in place for my beginners: a combination of reading, technique and coordination exercises, jamming with favorite songs, and studying their favorite drummers. Read More

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion Djembe

I have been playing music for over 25 years. I have been a successful part of Rock Bands, Jazz Bands, Blues Bands, Marching Bands, etc. So, whatever style of music you are interested in or wanting to learn, I can help! I have been teaching for 15 years and have worked with students of all ages and skill levels. On top of that, I have spent the past 6+ years honing my skills for Training, Coaching, and Developing. Read More