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Gary J.

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Teaches all skill levels

Age: 9+

Speaks English

Teaching since 1990

General including Music, Graphic design and Advertising(Still studying)

Versatile background uses people skills to enhance positive learning experience.

Enjoy teaching young first time students as well as more experienced players who make to step up their knowledge and skill level either Use of Bluetooth speaker to listen and play along with songs on pandora And YouTube.... for hobbyist or pro drummers. Many practical skills will be discussed and include playing in a Rhythm section for Blues, Country, Jazz, rock, reggae, funk, Soul, Latin , pop, etc. Drive to your home

Instructor details

Subject

Location:

Student's Home

Teaching Hours

Monday

9 AM-7 PM

Tuesday

9 AM-6 PM

Wednesday

9 AM-6:30 PM

Thursday

9 AM-6:30 PM

Friday

9 AM-6:30 PM

Saturday

9 AM-6:30 PM

Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Pricing

30 minutes

$46

45 minutes

$53

60 minutes

$61

About Gary J.

5.0

(8)

Gary has been a professional drummer For over 40 years and teaching DrumSet over 15 years.He has a wide range of drumming and percussion experience in Rock, Blues , Jazz, R&B, Soul, and World Music. Gary believes in helping each student find their own style and voice with drumming ,With Reading, play alongside video clips, books, etc Begginers through advanced . . *** Travel Equipment *** Their own drumset, or they can just start with practice pad and sticks *** Specialties *** World Music including Reggae, Caribbean,Africa, Americana Rock including blues, R&B,Soul, Funk Jazz, Country, Classic Rock

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5.0

8 Reviews

Isaac

Teacher's studio

Gary is a brilliant drummer and a fantastic instructor, always patient and thoughtful. This is because he is just a genuinely gentle and thoughtful person. You won't be disappointed.

Posted Jun 29, 2016

John

Teacher's studio

Gary Reed Johnson has been an accomplished professional drummer for over45 years. He is an expert not only on technique but also has a deep knowledge of many styles of beats, rhythms and musical genres. And, he's a really cool person. If you're a beginner or already playing Gary can help you get to the level to which you aspire.

Posted Jan 4, 2016

Carol

Student's home

I'm a singer that wanted some help with identifying different time feels and rhythms. Gary was able to teach me with an easy to understand and down to earth approach. He made it fun too. He's got a lot of experience and still plays out on a regular basis.

Posted Jan 2, 2016

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Experience

Drumset Teacher

Jan, 1999 - Jan, 2000

AMX

I taught drumset students, elementary through high school age 6-8 hours a day on Saturdays, and some other eves at home .

Drumset Instructor

Jun, 2015 - May, 2016

DrumFlip

Drumset Teacher in Vista At DrumFlip new store All ages all styles

Music Store Manager

Jan, 2000 - Jun, 2008

Rhythm House Music

Managed a percussion store in Solana beach and ran a teaching program with drum,bass, and guitar students. Also taught part time there.

Education

Jerry Kent Percussion Ensemble

Sep, 1969 - Jun, 1972

Orange Glen

General including Music, Graphic design and Advertising(Still studying)

Jan, 1972 - Jan, 1973

San Diego State, and Palomar College

Certifications

Percussion Ensemble

Jun, 1972

San Diego State University

Study under internationally acclaimed Danlee Mitchell Performance and reading Charts by famous writers as Harry Partch

Awards

First place Slogan Contest for City of San Marcos

Jun, 1992

Mayor of San Marcos Lee Thibodo

Hall of Fame Blues drummer Award 2013

Jul, 2013

Blues Hall of Fame (USA)

Affiliations

Guitar Workshop Plus

Jun, 2016

Guitar Workshop Plus is a program designed for aspiring musicians of all ages to promote the growth and development of musical knowledge. Our program is unique in that we cater our instruction to the student’s personal style, level of experience, and musical goals. We create a healthy, non-competitive, and supportive environment in which to learn. Each day consists of morning and afternoon classes that involve a hands-on approach, late afternoon clinics, ensemble performances, and evening concerts. Students will also enjoy visits from world-class guest artists and have many performance opportunities. The complete immersion in music allows students to walk away with enough material and musical ideas to last until next year.