As a gig economy hustler who spent a decade balancing a double life as a professional musician and fintech workhorse, I know how tough it is to fit learning an instrument into a busy life. I can help you establish a learning journey that is long-lasting, personalized, and deeply rewarding. Let's scheme about what you want to get out of this. What thrills you the most to picture yourself doing a year from now? What keeps you motivated? Tell me what you know, and I'll help you figure out the rest. -Practice routines that become daily rituals you look forward to -Artistic influences specific to your taste who will shape and inspire you -Agile learning and "focus-maxxing": Turning your current fixations into progress portals -Sustainable, realistic growth as an artist I specialize in adult learners and serious beginners. Instruments: Drum Set, Snare Drum, Marimba, Piano, Violin Genres: Jazz, Latin jazz, Afro-Cuban, pop, rock, funk, hip-hop, classical, marching/rudimental Skills/Techniques: Sight-reading, Rhythm, Aural Skills, Musical Phrasing, Improvisation, Flow, Ensemble Playing, Professional Etiquette, Rehearsal Etiquette, Stage Presence, Performance Techniques, Movement Techniques, Historical Context

My name is Jamie and I have been playing drum kit and percussion instruments for over 20 years. I'm well versed when it comes to techniques, rudiments, various styles of music, reading music, writing music, and teaching. At the age of 16, I was not only in three band classes in high school, but was a member of two community groups, Little London Winds and Pikes Peak Philharmonic. Additionally, I've played percussion in orchestra pits for community theater productions for seven years. In 2012, I continued to play with various community concert and orchestral groups, all while coaching my old high school's drumline. In 2015, I joined the military but that didn't stop me from teaching. From 2018-2019, I coached a local high school drumline in Washington State who won an award at regionals for the first time in the schools history. Still in the military, in 2023 I relocated to California City, CA with hopes to tech aspiring individuals. Drum Kit: I started playing drums when I was six years old and am well versed in all styles of music. You, your child, your teen, or whomever you're looking into classes for will learn to read music, techniques, rudiments, and fundamentals. First, we start with the basics and build from there. It may seem boring or lack luster at first, but trust me, once you get the hang of the basics, the fun really begins. These lessons will also help if your teen is in the high school Jazz Band. Percussion/Marching Band: Recently, I have learned that the middle school in town has cut their music program, leaving teens to not be able to get the proper experience and musical education before going to high school. I want to help with that in any way I can. By working with me, your child or teen will be able to work up to the experience needed to get them through high school level classes and extra curricular activities. Since these lessons are to get your kid up to speed, I will be recommending books that they should be practicing will. During the lessons, I will bring my own but for them to get the proper practice, I highly suggest having copies of the books at home and a practice pad. Both: Most students who want to learn drum kit, end up playing percussion in school. For students that want to learn both, they'll get both percussion and drum kit lessons at no extra charge. My job as a private teacher is to help you, your kid, whomever with what ever they need. I do not have a strict curriculum, but I do plan my lessons around the student, their skills, and goals in order to help them be the best they can be.

Hi, I’m Omid, a professional pianist and handpan player from Iran. I’m 32 years old, and I started learning piano professionally at the age of five. Piano has always been my main instrument, and over the years, I’ve developed a strong background in music, performance, and music education. About seven years ago, I discovered the handpan, and it quickly became another important part of my musical journey. Today, I teach handpan to many students and help them discover their own musical voice through this beautiful instrument. Whether you have a musical background or have never played an instrument before, you can start from zero. My lessons are designed to take you step by step—from learning the basics and playing your first notes to improvising, creating your own music, and expressing your emotions freely through the handpan. My goal is not just to teach you how to play the handpan. I want to help you truly understand the instrument, feel comfortable with it, and eventually create music that is uniquely yours. I offer personalized one-on-one online handpan lessons, tailored to your level, goals, and musical interests. Let’s start your handpan journey together! 🎶

Pro drummer with over thirty years of experience (more than twenty teaching). If you can count to 4 you can play the drums. All it takes is a bit of consistent effort. Let me show you how to bring the big beat and drive a band. Whether you're just starting or want to get to the next level I can help you. Older students are especially encouraged. Make some noise while you can. 30 minute lessons are ideal for the younger student 45 minute lessons are good for an older, or semi-experienced student Location is at Fort Knox Studios. This is a pro-caliber rehearsal facility right by the Montrose Blue Line stop.

This class is all about perfecting your drumming techniques and chops to make you a stronger, faster, more creative and more confident drummer. I have been drumming for 15 years and I have played on drum lines (tenor drum) and in many types of bands including, Jazz, folk pop, rock, metal and progressive. I study drummers like Matt Garstka, Gavin Harrison, Thomas Pridgen, Matt Mcdonough, Danny Carey, Steve Judd and many others in that progressive vein, I will focus on practice techniques to build chops and well and techniques to separate limbs and master the polyrhythm. I believe my class will have useful and easy to understand information for drummers of all levels.

Hey there! I've been studying drums for the past 12 years at various schools across the country as well as playing with local and touring acts. I've taken all of my experiences, including graduating from Belmont University's School of Music, and formed a method for teaching that is guaranteed to improve anyone's ability on the drums. I tailor my curriculum to my students' needs and make it a priority to teach my students how to teach themselves so that they can play in any situation they're faced with or setting they're in. Let's grow together! I currently live in Nashville, TN but I also offer to teach online if you live elsewhere or if you just prefer it.