Drum Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Conga, Music

Well hello yet again. Ok, well I guess I covered most of this in the previous sections. Anyway.... In the previous section I covered most of what I can say in this one. These are real lessons, not jam sessions or monkey see monkey do. There are assignments given to be worked on before the next lesson. Everyone develops at a different pace and that is adjusting for in the lessons. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Recorder, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

In 2015-2016 I worked at Archimedean Middle Conservatory in Miami, FL teaching 6-8th grade general music. All students learned drum rudiments and call and response techniques. I also ran an after-school drum program where students learned more complex rudiments, rhythms, and how to play as a group. From 2013-2015 I taught at Keys Gate School where I ran a similar after-school drum program. From 2004 to now I have taught private drum lessons. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I love sharing my passion for music with others, and I've learned that sharing my knowledge is one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. This is why the experience needs to be enjoyable and fun. I have realistic expectations for my students and help them reach their goals at their pace. Every time the student succeeds at one of their goals makes me ecstatic. I remember the struggles of learning and how satisfying it is. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Bass Guitar

All I want for my students is to reach their goals. Goals are important. Goals get you to your next goal. I want to share my passion and experiences of drumming with my students. I want to see my students grow. I want my students to share with me what music makes them want to grow. I have had the honor of performing with many amazing musicians, probably some of the best. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Conga, Djembe

This year (2013), I am celebrating my 25th year of playing drums professionally and my 15th year of teaching. I have loved playing the drums and making music from the first time i ever grabbed a stick and connected with a drum. I have never wanted to do anything else with my life and i love sharing my knowledge about the power of making music and all the different ways that investing the time to learn an instument can pay off in a person's life. Read More