Drum Lessons in Westchester, FL

Instruments: Guitar Drums Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I typically teach with method books as references for younger students, occasionally using printouts to give to students to take home and study in order to have a better undertanding of what was gone over in class. As students become more proficient in music reading and theory understanding, we develop an understanding of what the student would prefer to learn in regards to genre and focus on that, and the technical aspects of playing that lead to proficiency in that genre and style. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

With nearly a decade of experience teaching music across various styles, levels, and age groups, Ive had the privilege of guiding hundreds of students toward their musical goals. From beginners discovering their first notes to advanced musicians refining technique and expression, I bring patience, passion, and precision to every lesson. My background includes classical training, live performance, studio work, and curriculum developmentequipping me to meet students wherever they are and help them grow into confident, skilled, and expressive musicians. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

For children and other beginners, I would start our lessons by encoding the basic function of music theory application of a drum pad. This will allow stick control and muscle memory to begin developing. As the beginner becomes more of a novice, I will introduce simple and repetitive songs and go over them as whole pieces. Those who are experienced in percussion, I will have them show me all of the rudiments they know, any complete pieces they have memorized, and have 5 minutes of improvisation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele

Proving themselves wrong, they were very successful with their new found talent. I have been a professional recording artist and live performer since the age of 15. I began teaching around the same time as a way of earning extra spending money. As the years went on, I fell deeper in love with teaching and formed a career out of it. My love and appreciation for all styles and genres of music has given me the opportunity to teach various styles of music and instruments. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

My passion for working with students started in high school. I was a long time counselor at my high school's summer day camp and acted as a leader to a group of kids from 2nd grade to 4th grade. In college that passion, combined with my passion for music, led me to major in music education. While at Willamette I helped middle schools and high schools in the community by serving as a percussion specialist running sectionals or coaching jazz rhythm sections. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Welcome New Students! My name is Ivan and I love music. I believe I was meant to serve others through music. I was fortunate to graduate with honors from Berklee College of Music. I've performed in multiple stages in North America with both established and indie artists. My all time instrument has been the drumset but in the last 5 or so years have worked on learning and mastering guitar. I've recorded both at commercial recording studios as well as at my own home recording studio. Read More