Music Lessons in Green, CA

Instruments: Guitar Violin Mandolin

I don't have any set methods of teaching. I alter my methods around the personality of each student. I do, however, try to teach by ear as I believe that will allow one to unlock the true potential of their musical gifts. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I am a professional drummer originally from the San Francisco East Bay area. I started percussion instruction in elementary school at age 9, proceeding through high schools playing in the concert, symphonic, jazz, and marching bands. At 19 I joined the US Army, where I honorably served my enlistment, and continued to play professional gigs around central Texas. In 2003 I moved to Los Angeles to study at the M.I. (Musicians Institute). Read More

Instruments: Drums

I've been playing music for over 10 years now and have had the opportunity to share my talent around the world. I have had the chance to study with some of the greatest drummers of our time and pass their teachings, as well as my own on to eager new students. I'm very passionate about getting across the language of drumming and music in a clear and open minded approach because I realize how important it is to keep new students interested and engaged. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For any level I like to check to see if they have a solid enough grasp on fundamentals. For drum kit users I like to only have the kick drum, snare and hi-hat available. If its a more experienced player, I like to have them play a simple groove just to see where they are and tailor how I teach them to most benefit where they would like to go in their journey. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Recorder

I like watching drummers incorporate their own personality into playing, separating them from the rest of the pack." -Shannon Leto (30 Seconds to Mars) Matt reminds me of Mitch Mitchell. -Mark Hudson (record producer, musician and songwriter) "Hes an amazingly solid and tight drummer!" -Tony Royster Jr. (Jay-Z, DW - Drum Workshop) "He reminds us of Magella Cormier (James Gelfand and many others) and blow our mind with an incredible musicality!" -Jacques Masson (Oliver Jones, Montreal Drumfest, Premier Drums) and Dany Richard "Hes a very talented guy and super pleasant to work with." -Ange E. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Conga Latin Percussion Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

My aim is to motivate, inspire, challenge and empower you to become the best version of yourself. I firmly believe that the best way to get the best out of the lessons is to communicate and be open to listening to what each other have to say. More importantly, I feel its the responsibility of the instructor to listen to the student, their goals, needs, dreams and help them get there through whichever method necessary. Read More