Drum Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Conga, Latin Percussion

Venezuelan Musicians graduated in the University Institute of Musical Studies, in Caracas. I have done for more than 25 years studying music becoming this in my own lifestyle. In Music Teaching, I designed a learning system that has been for over 20 years, where my students ( children, youth and adults ) will learn as you go making music, faster and solid bases in understanding and implementation of the instrument. Currently I am dedicated to Christian Music and Worship, and Musical education in several instrument.  Read More

Instruments: Drums, Djembe

I have been teaching part-time for the last 10 years, from my home studio, at music stores, and traveling to students homes. Cultivating a fun and engaging lesson environment is crucial to keeping my younger students active and interested in their musical studies. Also, setting goals and maintaining a regular practice routine are both paramount to every student's consistent development. I host periodic recitals, so that my students a performance experience and show off their new talents. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I love teaching so I want my students to have the same love for learning. I convey this to the student by only giving the student what they can handle. I keep it challenging but also fun. I do this by letting the student choose their own music. I always add something fun into each lesson which keeps each student interested. I teach out of many books that give the student knowledge and confidence to play. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Euphonium, Tuba, Orchestral Percussion

 I have also taught general music from kindergarten up through 5th grade, and assisted bands at the university level.  My performance experience has taken me to many wonderful places--College bowl games and the NCAA Tournaments to international hotspots such as Bogota, Columbia and even as far away as China.  I have also been fortunate enough to perform with musical icons such as Doc Severinson, Mariachi Cobre, Byron Stripling, John Fedchock, Bobby Shew, Five by Design, Club Swing, the Harry James Orchestra, Andre Williams, and notable groups such as the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra, Phil Campo and the "Loose Change" Jazz band, the Salt Lake Alternative Jazz Orchestra, and many others. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For beginner students I like to keep to the fundamental elements of Jazz and Rock grooves while focusing on various time signatures. Another key practice we will always be refining on are the rudiments. This will keep those chops sharp for direct accuracy and speed. For my more advanced students I conduct a learning program based off the students interests in styles and advancements,doing so keeps the student engaged in the lessons with room to grow. Read More