About
Hi, great to meet you - I'm a professional drummer in the great city of Miami and I'd love to help you reach your goals in performing music. My drumming skills are well-known throughout the community here and the music world - that's why I'm always working! Whether it's in a club, in church, on special corporate gigs or in the studio - I can show you how to reach the same level of professionalism. Hire me for lessons and I'll help you:
Learn to play the drums: rudiments, grooves, beats, songs
Learn to sing popular songs
Learn to be a singing drummer if that's what you want! Because I've been doing that for many years.
Make sure you check out my videos and profile pics to see what I'm all about - you won't be sorry if you hire me to help you get a leg up on your music career!@
"My passion is to give student the groove to stay in the pocket that make people dance or feel like it. After working with me for a while - any band that hears you will want you! (because I know all the tricks!) I was able to find my talent at an early age - I started when I was 8 years old. The drum sounds that you hear on my videos are the same that I have taken with me around the world!" - Stevie Jackson
When I play drums, I put my heart and my soul into it. After playing a gig or a session, I can walk away knowing that I've put my 100% all into it. People love what I do and that's a huge pleasure for me as well. Overall, for me, being a professional musician is one of the most satisfying things in life.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Please call me at (305) 343 4904 and let's chat about how I can help you achieve your musical goals. If you're local, I can try to set up a meeting, or we can work virtually over the internet or by phone. During our first call we'll discuss your goals - how I can best help you, and what you want that I can do for you in your music career. Then we'll figure out the best place and time for our lesson, and then we'll take it from there!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have an education in the arts that provided me with a bachelors degree from the famous Miami Dade College, but the real teacher for me has been experience. I've travelled all over the world playing music with all kinds of people. I've been in some of the craziest live shows - you wouldn't believe! (see my pics) Just having been a pro for several decades has given me an education most people never get in a lifetime. Learn from me!
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
For my one on one time, I charge $25 per half-hour or $50 per hour. I promise the knowledge you walk away with will be well worth the dollars spent!
How did you get started teaching?
I've been teaching all my life even since I started playing professionally in my teens.
What types of students have you worked with?
All different kinds of people. Here in Miami we have a very diverse population, but they all have one thing in common - they love music!
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
We did a very nice live stream with a semi famous RnB Revue that I work with here in Miami. Here is the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eU-V9_yMnTo
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure the person you select has the life experience to back up what they're teaching you. Remember - anyone can be a technician, but not everyone knows how to apply it in the music business. I do! Check me out ha!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
I'd say just figure out what you really want to do with your music. Do you want to learn how to make people happy - or do you just want to learn how to move your fingers? Do you want to impress other musicians - that's great - but is it more important to please the audience? I know how to do both! Learn from me. -Stevie