Drum Lessons in Vista, CA

Instruments: Drums

I will begin with what the student is interested in, work with songs or genres that they like and go from there. I will always make it fun and engaging no matter their ability level. I will teach with some of the Agostini's books for every level, and some books that I used in school. We will learn, develop rudiments, grooves, concepts ideas, independance together and make it fun. It will be an exchange between me and the student about music, the instrument, his/her experience and mine, everything that I can help with and make it enjoyable. 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: Drums Latin Percussion

Music has been my number one passion since childhood. I discovered the snare drum in my third grade music class, and I knew there was no turning back. It was around that same time I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I am currently obtaining my associates degree in music. I have been performing professionally and teaching around southern California for the last ten years. I am an active session musician and perform on national and international tours. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Violin Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Acoustic Guitar

Drums and Percussion: Alfred's Kids Drumset Course-Dave Black and Steve Houghton Elementary Drum Method-Roy Burns Intermediate Snare Studies-Mitchell Peters Alfred's Beginning Drum Set Method-Sandy Feldstein and Dave Black Primary Handbook for Mallets-Garwood Whaley Violin: Suzuki Method Guitar: Hal Leonard Guitar Method-Will Schmid and Greg Koch Ukulele: Kid's Ukulele Course-Ron Manus and L.C. Harnsberger Bass: Hal Leonard Bass Method Ed Friedland As students begin to grasp more on fundamentals, they will be introduced along the way to various repertoire relating to their skillset or challenging them to go to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I'm a patient and motivated instructor that strives to grow the knowledge and musicianship to musicians of all ages to assure their highest achievement in the performing arts. I graduated from Pfeiffer University with a Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Music Education with applied Percussion studies in 2005. During my time there our Wind and Jazz Ensembles received national attention performing at copious venues across the country. Read More

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

I believe in a student-centered, play based, approach to music education. Because of this, I have developed a line of supplemental materials and games which can be customized to meet the interests and ability levels of my students in a developmentally appropriate mannor. I also have an indepth understanding of all of the most popular band methods (Accent on Achievement, Essential Elements, Standards of Excellence, Sound Innovations etc) and can jump in to help band students to meet the expectations of their school band directors.. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

I have been featured in all the major guitar magazines including Guitar World, Guitar Player, Guitar One, Circus and Hit Parader. I graduated from GIT in Hollywood and have been a professional musician and teacher all my life. Some of my credits includes working with XYZ, Digital Clowns, Janet Jackson and many more. I get no better reward than to take a student, share my knowledge with them and see them blossom into a monster player. Read More