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Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My initial stint as a Los Angeles session guitarist consisted of going for high profile auditions, and being considered as a guitarist for X Factor USA. I also recorded for a musical and for a movie soundtrack. More recently I have recorded in Travis Barker's private studio, recorded for Terry McDermott (runner up on The Voice) with x4 Grammy winning Duran Duran producer John Jones and have recorded on a number of projects with one of Pink Floyd’s engineer/producers at a major LA recording studio, including a session with Steve Ferrone (John Mayer/Tom Petty). Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar
My methods all depend on the students' needs and/or wishes; one lesson plan/method does not necessarily fit all students. Especially with adult students I think it is essential to cater to the students' goal. If this involves the need to learn certain techniques, requires knowledge of music theory or the ability to read music, I will advise the student so. From there we can set up a lesson plan and practice schedule that creates a path towards obtaining the students' original goals. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
I start out my beginning Guitar students learning the "open string chords" - I teach my students how to tune their guitars in addition to identifying the note names of each open string - I teach my students "chord progressions" (using the "open string chords") - I get my students playing songs as quickly as possible - i ask my students "what songs they would like to learn?" and proceed to teach them those songs - After my students have learned the "open string chords", i progress to teaching them "barre chords" - I teach my students how to use a "capo" Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Conga Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2017, I graduated from UPC with a Bachelor degree in Music Composition. In 2022, I graduated from Los Angeles College of Music with an Associates degree in Music Production and Recording. I've had the opportunity to play in different stadiums, radios, tv and recording sessions. I've toured in South America with different artists and I'm currently playing at Disney. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar
I have been teaching for 8 years. I started off in a small studio in Cypress, CA called Music Arts. Once I refined my skills there I took a job as the Music Director of Education at The Boys Girls Club of Long Beach. Currently contracted with numerous lesson facilities across Southern California, I know what it takes to make a lesson fun! I have taught students of all ages, from 5 to 70. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
I have also performed in a variety of international festivals and have been teaching Classical Guitar for the past 10+ years. For now, much of my time is spend in teaching, performing and recording. I have already published 2 albums by the names of: 1.Rosette (classical guitar solo) collection of classical guitar repertoire all eras. 2. Passing life (duet guitar & cello) Composed by M.Moti One of my main goals is to be a great source of inspiration to my students in playing guitar. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Electric Violin Double Bass Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Progress is not always easy when learning to play a new instrument. Everyone learns at there own pace, and with each lessons I will set attainable goals for the student. it is best when students have varying difficulties of material within their material in order to provide opportunity for satisfaction despite whatever struggles they may have. I encourage daily practice, even if only for small amounts of time. Effective practice requires some level of independence, and I focus a lot our time on the art of practicing, and how to focus your attention in order to get the best out of your practice time. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Drums
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I always wanted to be a professional musician, since the first time I held a pair of drumsticks. But I just left everything aside to focus just on playing, when I was chosen to be Paul DiAnno's drummer.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Not really. My parents aren't musicians but they ended up having two sons that are both musicians.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I also play guitar, however I am not a shredder lol. My brother started learning guitar while I was learning drums, so I picked up was he was doing and tried out myself. Turns out I can play fine.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I play many different genres, such as Heavy Metal, Rock, Classic Rock, Prog Rock, Prog Metal, Blues, Pop, Funk, R&B.
My original band Rage In My Eyes, whose first album is coming out, blends heavy metal with prog metal and milonga, which is a music genre from Southern Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina.
My other original band Scelerata, that is now defunct, blended heavy metal with symphonic elements.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
Many of my students became professional musicians, highly requested, and playing all around. One of them was awarded as Best Drummer at his school's music festival.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I am also an architect. I graduated in 2004, worked with Landscape Design for five years, but my passion for music and drumming was always first. I haven't worked with architecture or landscape since 2009.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have two music degrees: Bachelor in Music Education and Certificate in Drum Performance. I chose these two because I work as a performer and a teacher. So I wanted to improve myself and become a better professional in both fields.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I use many books, such as Stick Control, 150 All-American drum solos, Drumming DNA, Double Bass Drum Freedom, Future Sounds, Syncopation and many others.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I always knew that I wanted to play drums, never had that drama on picking an instrument. My first inspirations were my cousin and Matt Sorum performing with Guns n' Roses.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
There are many.
* My recording session in Germany, with German top metal producer Charlie Bauerfeind and the album that resulted of it, called The Sniper by Scelerata. I am very proud of it.
* My recording session in Los Angeles with top metal producer Adair Daufembach and the album that resulted of it and will be released in the next couple of months.
* My five-page interview in Modern Drummer magazine in 2013.
* My 50+ shows as Paul DiAnno's (former Iron Maiden).
* My performances with Bianca Ryan, America's Got Talent winner.
* My endorsement with Paiste Cymbals, brand that I always loved and played.
* My bachelor in Music Education with average grade of 9.84 over 10.
* My two MI scholarships.
* My certificate degree in Drum Performance at MI with straight A's.
When will I start to see results?
It depends on each student, their interest and enthusiasm on the lessons and how much they practice. But by my experience, I can say that the first results start to appear around the 12th lesson.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Yes, of course! But before getting inspired by a teacher, my very first inspiration was one of my cousins, since he had a drum kit at his home and I watched him play regularly. I always knew I needed a drum teacher, but in the 90's it wasn't that easy to find a drum teacher. After two years learning on my own, on a homemade drum kit, I finally found my ideal teacher, that focused on what I wanted to learn.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
I think it is important, above all, to make sure the child is enthusiastic and passionate about music. If the child shows that he or she will be doing it by their own choice, and not forced to do something they might not be really interested in. If you can see that in your child, he or she is ready. You can never be too young or too old to start learning an instrument. Of course that the teaching methods would be specific for a young child. The teacher shall give the child space to develop their curiosity and explore the different sounds while slowly the motor skills improve.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
* Try to practice a little bit every day, even if you have only 10 minutes. If your practice is focused, it will pay off. If you have more time to practice, even better, but remember to keep it focused.
* Try to record yourself in audio and video, then analyze what can be improved.
* The metronome is one of the drummer's best friends, especially while practicing. It is a great tool to measure your improvement. While performing songs, I recommend you try with and also without the metronome.
* Have fun!
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