About
Playing drums over 30 years and teaching over 20 years, I've found that every student learns differently. Private lessons are perfect for this scenario. Some students learn visually, audibly, hands on and more. Creating my own books, I teach reading notes, coordination, grooves, solos and playing with music. You can learn drum parts to your favorite songs too.
Starting in concert band, I also took private drum lessons from 2 instructors. Jazz band, marching band and rock bands we're all part of my high school experience. Troopers drum corps 1996, and then M.I.(musicians institute) I graduated with high honors. Also learning from Ray Luzier the current Korn drummer.
Awards include 1 at state, 96/97 at P.A.S. , guitar center drum off, placing 1st in drumline and band through school, as well as teaching the S.F. drumline 4 years also scoring 1st every year.
I teach at Boothe music in S.F., my house in springville or online. 1st lesson is free.
Go-to www.dsdrumlessons.com for more information, Videos and drum sheet music(or cover songs). I look forward to meeting you.
I love drums! Seeing the progress in students makes me overjoyed. Knowing that another person has acquired a new skill is very satisfying. Having competitions and recitals keeps things exciting too.
Specialties
Able to read music
Musical styles
Years experience
Types of drums
Lesson length
Student's age
Student have drums
Photos and videos
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Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First asking for goals and what interests the students has, like: rock, heavy metal, jazz, marching snare, etc.? Then I help them acquire the correct books. Then teach technique, basics and how to read music along with accomplishing thier goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Education includes: concert band, jazz band and marching band in high school. PG Percussion camp. Troopers Drum corps. Private drum lessons from Randall Beach and Jason Willard. Graduate of high Honors at M.I.(Musicians Institute) in California, where I learned from Instructors like Ray Luzier(Korn Drummer).
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$95 per month for 30 min. lessons once a week. $180 per month for 1 hr. lessons once a week. Addition cost for students home lessons(or Online) about +$10 per city away from Springville.
How did you get started teaching?
I was teaching Bobby Lawrence Kenpo Karate and playing drums on the side. I was already teaching the drumline at the High School, so I decided to help out individuals by offering individual drum lessons, which evolved into drumset lessons too(Especially after going to M.I.)
What types of students have you worked with?
Every type and age from 5-62. I've taught students drumset, marching snare, Marimba, bells, rhythms and Cover Songs. Every student is different, that's why private lessons are so beneficial.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Local Band Concerts. Real Rock Band at Boothe Brothers.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for a teacher that meets your needs, has a good location and is consistant.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What Styles do you teach/like? How many years have you been playing/teaching? If you want to learn to play with music, ask if that's an option? Find out what books you need?