Drum Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Drums

I have a very dynamic portfolio of ways to influence and drive progress with students, because every student is different, and every one of my students deserves the most tailored experience to their needs. I have volunteered, instructed and sometimes performed with: Pinnacle High School 2012-2020 Peoria High School 2010-2013 Apollo High School 2013-2015 Copper Canyon High School 2014-2015 Skyline High School 2015-2017 Paradise Valley High School 2017-2020. By no means should I be the 'last stop' in their musical career. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Bass Guitar, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

I began teaching private lessons and ensemble rehearsals in 1999, having since taught everything from elementary music and concert band to marching band and college-level drum corps. I love it all, as it's all about sharing the positive experience of performance and excellence with the next generation of musicians. In addition to teaching instrumental skills and technique, I also enjoy coaching music theory and composition, and often encourage students to bring in their own compositions to review or perform. Read More

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

Hey! My name's David and I can't wait to meet you and show you how to get into music! I started percussion in 6th grade but I believe that you can start whenever if you really want to. Since then I've grown immensely, both through my own practice and through playing with many ensembles, including but not limited to the Seven Lakes High School Wind Ensemble, the Meadows Jazz Orchestra, the Meadows Symphony Orchestra, and Meadows Percussion Ensemble. Read More

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

In high school, I was blessed with an incredibly patient, thorough and talented choir teacher. He taught me the fundamental building blocks of musicianship as I understand it best. To this day, I use the key concepts I learned from him in my lessons. 1) Rhythm is the most important element of music. 2) Understanding the importance of persistence, practice, and patience with the instrument. 3) You can manufacture energy and put it into your music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Flute, Drums, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Music has been a part of my life since the age of 10. I started on saxophone in the 6th grade and continued through high school and college. I was a part of the University’s Wind ensemble,jazz band, and marching band. I had the opportunity to perform with Grammy Award winners and world renown composers. Among the years I have learned to play other instruments, broadening my musical abilities. Read More