Drum Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Drums

My love and passion as a musician has brought me the upmost bliss and joy. In 2012, I was recruited to instruct Pinnacle High School's Percussion section, primarily focusing on the drum line and since then I have not missed a single season of being an instructor at 6 different high schools in the Phoenix, AZ area. My objective as a teacher is to provide students with the knowledge to not only excel in music but to apply those skills to everyday life. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Double Bass, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Music, Djembe

I still believe in a balance of things, even in serious competition preparation (which is more difficult than just the music practicing). I try to follow any class materials first, unless the student doesn't participate in one (like at a school); and then I (usually) recommend Essential Elements to start with. I don't want to merely be the entertainment once a week, I want to help students do their own homework to achieve success. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion

I have loved playing drums and percussionsince I was very young, and I enjoy teaching students who want to get out there and play. I played in band in grammar school and high school, and my high shool experience opened up opportunities to play for local cummunity theatre and local rock bands. In 1989 I graduated from theUniversity of Miamiwith a bachelors degree in Music Business and a minor in Jazz Performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Drums, Synthesizer, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Djembe

The method book I use often depends on the level of the student and what we are specifically working on, especially when it comes to percussion. In lessons, I typically use a book and then supplement it with other exercises or music. A former teacher of mine taught me how to create exercises for whatever I was struggling with when I was in 8th grade. To this day that is still a prevalent method I use because it utilizes the student's creativity and allows them to take ownership of their learning. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Recorder, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is taught with expectations. Although I aim to move at the student's learning pace, it is important to hold accountability on the student's behalf when we're not instruction. Consistent practice will be necessary for growth and I like to check in with students 2 days before next lessons to ensure the material has been understood and reviewed. From this point we can ensure progress. When a student does not review the content for the next lesson, it causes a sense of frustration and nervousness in the student's ability to comprehend the next lesson. Read More