Drum Lessons in Imperial Beach, CA

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion Djembe

The methods vary, depending on each student, utilizing many different books and teaching methods, all geared toward making each student successful in achieving their goals. I am always seeking other musician's with a similar global awareness and musical diversity and would love to hear from you! ​​I am currently available to add a few more students and prefer coming to your home (or studio) and using the drums you're most comfortable with. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I began teaching part time drum lessons back in 1988; I realized I had a knack for it. After graduating from music school - Musicians Institute in Hollywood CA, I continued to pursue my educational goals attending California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo. To support myself while in school I taught upwards of 40 students a week working for a local drum shop called The Drum Circuit. Four years later, I received a BA from Cal Poly. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Fundamentals and esssentials are important in music and all walks of life. This is implemented along with specific desires a student may have. These desires are combined with structure and theory so successis achieved. This can be a very pleasant process. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Saxophone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Harmonica Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style begins with my assessment of each student's abilities, physical, mental, and emotional. By this method I am able to design a realistic program for each student. Patience and encouragement go hand in hand, acknowledging their accomplishments all along the way. Once some fundamentals are established, I add pieces that the student has an interest in learning. In preparing for recitals I often accompany students which adds not only enjoyment for them but encouragement for them to overcome hesitancy to perform publicly. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe

Music is for self expression, but it is also an art. I am not a competitive musician. When we improve, I believe it's because we compete with ourselves, and improve on our own terms. At the same time, if you are competing for a concert chair, recital etc., we'll set solid goals to get you to where you need to be. No matter your skill level, I'll introduce something that you enjoy and in a style you love. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

For beginning students, I usually like to start with figuring out their goals. This can be anything from wanting to learn a song, compose music, or simply just figure out some chords to play at a bonfire or social gatheirng. From there we'll look at the fundamentals (what it takes to play a song), and work one step at a time introducing music theory and technique to make it more enjoyable and less confusing. Read More