Danny was born in Los Angeles , CA & raised in Rialto, CA. Danny has had interest passion for drums ever since he was the age of 2. He used to beat and play on moms kitchen pots, plates, and anything he could find, and also every time before church service the first thing he would of done is hop on the drum set and start playing and accidently interrupt people from their prayers before church service, as long as he was drumming he was very happy. Right then his parents found out he had a gift, and love for drums. His parents bought him his drum set. At the age of 13 he started learning more and taking drumming more seriously. He started playing professionally at the age of 16. Danny right after high school he marched drum line with DCI (Drum Corps International) it was because marching drumming he learned more about chops and rudiments. Danny has played with “SILAS” ex Cumbia kings, Abel Zavala, Incienso, Daniel Peter Hernandez and many more.. he’s currently playing with 2 of...

Music is my life. I love music and all of its aspects and I love to teach it. The number one thing about me is that I'm patient. I have taught many students of many different age groups and with much success. My main instrument is voice and I can teach all types of singing: musical theater, pop, jazz, classical, and opera. In addition I can teach up to intermediate level piano and guitar. I can teach all the major and minor scales, chords, and progressions in addition to different types of music. I can also teach beginning drums and intermediate marching percussion.

I am also now available for online lessons for Singing and Guitar!

Joan is a passionate drummer and percussionist. She enjoys playing any genre of music such as rock, jazz, latin, reggae, R&B, classical and more. Joan works with many groups and artists throughout Southern California. She also had the opportunity to perform on TV shows such as Saturday Night Live, David Letterman, Good Morning America, and the Ellen Show. Joan has received her Bachelors in Music with a concentration in Percussion Performance at California State University, Long Beach. She studied with Lynn Vartan, Michael Packer, Randy Drake, Michael Carney, Dave Gerhart, Brad Dutz, and Ricky Lawson.

Welcome to TakeLessons.com... My name is Vai and I am extremely passionate about educating the world in music. I have been trained in music since the age of 7 when I learned to play classical piano. I began singing at a very young age in church and school. At the age of 17 I received proper vocal training for the first time at the California State University, San Bernardino. In the Spring of 2011 I completed my BA in Music from CSUSB. I believe in sharing the gift of music with as many souls as possible.

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My name is Ulises. I have been studying music collegiately since 2007 at California State University San Bernardino. My training includes theory, diction, piano, conducting and voice. My vocal training began as a baritone with Dr. Andrew Crane for two years and continued for the next three with Dr. Stacey Fraser. In the summer of 2012 I began working with tenor John Duykers transitioning my voice to tenor.

As a performer I have performed with opera companies and orchestras throughout Southern California including: CSUSB Opera Theater, CSUSB Chamber Singers, Pass Chorale & Orchestra, Orange County Symphony, Riverside Lyric Opera, Center Stage Opera, Cypress Masterworks Chorale, Mountainside Master Chorale and Los Angeles Opera.

As an opera performer some of the roles I have performed include: M. Balandard in Offenbach's Monsieur Cheufleuri, Don Alfonso in Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte, Storyteller in John Adams' A Flowering Tree, Peter in Humperdink's...

I first picked up drumsticks at the age of eleven and it was love at first drum hit. After playing for almost twelve years now, I have had the chance to learn from great teachers, who have given me tools and that every drummer should have in his or her arsenal. In my lessons, I try to pass on all of the drum knowledge that has been bestowed onto me. If you take lessons from me, I can guarantee that you will become a well-rounded drummer who can play any genre of music. Being able to comfortably play various genres aided me when I co-wrote an album with my band a few years back. And if a drummer is genre flexible, he or she can jump aboard any musical opportunity that comes along. In addition to learning beats in all genres, I love working on drum fills with students because it is fun to learn the fancy tricks that contribute to making a drummer flashy.
I have played with countless musicians and they have all complimented on my ability to keep time, which is a skill that I think...

Hello, my name is Chad, I am a teacher, a musician, an inventor and more. I have been playing drums in an organized way since I was ten, but I was drawn to them since I was an infant. So I have essentially made them a constant in my life. I am an elementary school teacher with a degree in education, but I am comfortable teaching all ages.

I have been in many different performance groups over the years including many large ensembles, marching bands, rock bands and more. I have learned much and love sharing what I gather with others who can benefit from hearing it. I like showing people how to play along to their favorite songs and teaching them the skills to make it happen.

I love teaching drums and drumming to people, and sharing my musical experiences with my students. Whether you are just starting out, or you have been playing for a while and you just want a jump start for your creativity, I can help you. I have taught ages 5 to 65. I enjoy using humor, and I...

I have always loved Guitar. As a child I started playing Air Guitar and quickly graduated to a tennis racquet in front of the mirror. I knew the day I received my first guitar that I would play guitar for the rest of my life. Now I owe so much to all of my teachers for all the knowledge, guidance, and support. Now I am dedicated to helping as many guitarist reach their goals and play to their full potential.

I graduated from the University of Redlands in April 2013 with two Bachelor's degrees in Music Performance and Music Education! My specialty is voice but I have been playing the saxophone for 13 years now and dabble on the piano as well!

Music is a big part of my life as I hope to get a Master's in Vocal Performance within the next few years as well as teach music full time! I am very experienced with singing. My main focus is classical and choral singing, but I also enjoy working on musical theater and opera as well!

I mainly teach young beginner students in voice and saxophone but I can also teach intermediate and advanced voice. I have been working with a Youth Choir for the past 4 months and plan to continue working with that program until Spring of 2014. I began giving voice lessons in September of 2012 and plan to continue for as long as I can! Saxophone is something I enjoy doing in my spare time and something I would love to start teaching again.

I fully enjoy teaching music and theater to others and spreading the art of performance, reaching out to all generations. I believe in customizing every lesson to be unique for my students in a way that will serve their individual needs. I teach with patience and encouragement and believe that students prosper and improve much more from a positive experience. My lessons are intended to be fun and influential in a positive light that can lead to a rewarding career, hobby, or just for personal enjoyment!

Every since I was a little girl, I have been devoted to the arts. When I began college, I knew that music was my path. As a music major I developed a deeper understanding of music theory, piano, voice, and theater. I recieved my A.A. in Music at College of the Desert and my Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Redlands- which I attended on a music scholarship. I have played leading roles in several operas and musicals in Southern California, including Gianni Schicchi, Die...

I grew up in Indianapolis Indiana where I attended High School. While in High School I studied Classical Clarinet with Achille Rossi of the Indianapolis Symphony orchestra. My interest at this early stage of my career was and still is in Classical Music. I went on to play with many of the All-City and All-state Orchestras.

After my graduation from High School, my interest in jazz began to blossom. I went on to attend Berklee College of Music in Boston Ma. Where I was a Performance Major and earned my four year professional performance certificate. Studying all aspects of Jazz Composition- Arranging- Performance. I studied Clarinet with Andre Lizotte ( Principle Clarinetist with the Boston Opera Co.) Improvisational techniques for Tenor Saxophone and Flute with Joe Viola ( Woody Herman). Composition with James Williams ( Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers) Paul Schmiling who is the Dean of Composition at Berklee College of Music and Pianist of the Late Great Sarah Vaughn. And...

Education: Bachelor of Music - University of Redlands 2010
Master of Music University of Redlands 2012

I have worked extensively in different age groups and settings teaching piano and in classroom settings for the past 7 years.

One of the greatest joys as a music educator has been to see students reach the weekly/ monthly/ yearly goals that we have established together. From beginners to advanced students, I am dedicated to helping my students reach their musical goals.

This is one of the biggest reasons that I focus on having students build up their skills from whichever level they are at, and working their way to success. I emphasize rhythms, ear- training, harmony, music theory, and of course musical reading and understanding of the musical language of piano.