Drum Lessons in Tarzana, 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: Drums Latin Percussion

I have been playing and teaching drums for many years, and as a drum teacher I strive to quickly identify aspirations and potentials of my students so I can be supportive and a positive influence on their endeavors, also keeping their motivation high so they can always expand and improve their skills in what they love to do, which is playing the drums!!So, each student have his own customized drum class! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For all students I access what your musical background is and what may be lacking from your knowledge and playing. I also ask what your particular goals and things you would like to learn are. From there then we will start to tailor the lesson as both us see fit. In general I like a student to be able to play three simple melodies before moving on to chords, rhythms, and music theory. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Music

I'm a passionate and experienced musician with a love of teaching. I have been playing drums for over 15 years. My musicianship began in the 5th grade and has continued throughout my time in high school marching band at Troy High School, where I was in the drumline for all four years. I have participated in worship bands at several local churches in Orange County and Redondo Beach, and have developed my skills both as a drummer, bass player, and audio technician during my decade and a half of experience as a church drummer. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Use of writen exercises, as well as method books depending on the students skill level and musical interests. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Ukulele

For beginners, I firmly believe in establishing strong fundamentals. However, you can't spell fundamentals with out "fun"! So, even while building fundamentals, music lessons should be fun and geared toward what the student wants out of all of this. Whether that's learning a specific song, style, cool musically visual trick, or just jamming, I'm here for it all! Musical journeys are specific to the individual and therefore there is no one path that all students must follow. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar

For most students, it is important to see where they are musically, regardless of the level, and craft a lesson plan to help them achieve their goals. There will be a balance between musical concepts and repertoire. The deeper we go in learning the song and learning the recording, the more the student will benefit. For young children I focus on learning the instrument, the fundamentals of sound, pitch and chords and keeping it fun and engaging with songs they like. Read More