Music has been my number one passion since childhood. It was in third grade that I discovered the snare drum in music class, and I knew there was no turning back. At the young age of 7 I had already decided that I wanted to be a teacher. My passion for drumming grew stronger as the years went on, and I was constantly searching for new challenges to conquer. Relocating to San Diego contributed to this as it introduced me to a huge constantly evolving music scene.

I'm currently obtaining my associates in music at Mesa College. I have been performing professionally and teaching around southern California for close to ten years. I've worked as a session drummer and recorded several albums and EP's for a number of bands. I co-managed San Diego Drum Shop with Jon Oren in 2011 to early 2012. I now play for a hand full of groups ranging from bluegrass and jazz to rock. When I'm not behind my kit, you can find me painting, cycling or enjoying almost any other physical outdoor activity.

Music is my life and drumming is my passion...
I first sat behind the drumset back when I was in middle school and suddenly, life had made sense and it was through rhythm that I defined myself. My obsession led me to a broad musical expansion in High School where I became strongly involved in the music programs there. Marching drumline, indoor drumline, symphonic, orchestral, concert and jazz ensemble filled my life with love and purpose. Some of my defining moments from those days were my involvement with the collegiate district honor band, coming in 3rd place for indoor drumline in all of Southern California, and being awarded the jazz soloist award for drumming excellence at the Cuyamaca jazz festival. After graduating I joined up with DCI group "The Velvet Knights Drum and Bugle Corp" and became the Tenor Section leader.
Now, Being a student in college, I have taken a multitude of music courses including, Jazz Improv, Afro-Cuban, Piano, Modern Drumset Technique, and Music...

Hello! I'm here to help you learn!

I'm a well-educated Math and Science Tutor who is available to clarify any problems that a student has in understanding their course material. I specialize in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Math, and Statistics. My objective is to help the student develop problem-solving skills and proper study habits, learn to effectively review for exams, and understand the subject.

I studied at San Diego State University where I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, and a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Chemistry. I tutored while I was a graduate student at SDSU, and later, privately, as well. Additionally, I've worked for over 20 years in a variety of Science and Technology jobs. I very much enjoy teaching and have a mastery of Math and Science subjects enabling me to be an effective tutor.

As far back as I can remember, music has been a central part of my life. I grew up in a musical family; my father a drummer and pianist, my mother a woodwinds player, and my brother a bassist, I have been surrounded by music as far back as I can recall.

In 3rd grade, I remember seeing a brass quintet play at my elementary school auditorium. This was the moment I knew the trumpet was for me! From 3rd grade to my senior year in high school, I took private lessons and played in the top groups on trumpet and percussion - eventually achieving such awards as "Best Soloist at a College Jazz Festival" and "Musician of the Year at San Diego School for Creative and Performing Arts." Upon graduating from San Diego SCPA in 2005, I became interested in recording and audio engineering – eventually working as a 2nd engineer at Signature Sound in Clairemont, and main engineer at Proxy Music in Oceanside. This afforded me the opportunity to work with some of San Diego’s finest musicians...

My name is Mike and I have been studying guitar for for the last 17 years. I started taking lessons when I was 9 years old at a local music store. This is when I learned all my fundamental guitar skills. Later, I studied under various private guitar instructors, until I started teaching myself. I have been teaching guitar for the last eight years, instructing students of ALL ages and levels. Having started taking lessons from age 9, I understand what works for younger students, and what doesn't. I make each lesson as enjoyable and beneficial as possible, with proven skills to help you learn fast!

From my involvement as a soccer referee, my participation in University Greek life, and as a teaching assistant and mentor, I've developed a positive mental attitude and I apply it to my work style. I understand the importance of discipline, rules and policies, communicating effectively, and teamwork.

I tutor math as well as science subjects, and I also teach English: grammar, reading, and writing.

My name is Jessica and I am your piano teacher.

I have been teaching piano for 8 years and I absolutely love it! I am a piano teacher at heart. I am a 2nd generation piano teacher. My Mother is a teacher and has taught for 30 years. I have been playing piano since I was 5 and haven't stopped since. I grew up around my my mothers studio teaching along her side since I was 11 years old...of course, I don't count those early teaching years as professional experience. Just as great learning experience most teachers don't receive.
I love watching the light in a students eyes when something new is understood. I find great joy in assisting and watching my students develop their skills with success! My life has been spent teaching piano and using
a curriculum that works for everyone!

I have a deep passion for music as well as teaching. This reflects in my teaching methods and style. My students should feel they are receiving all the knowledge and information necessary to be the best singers/musicians they can be, and that it comes form not only a mind but a heart as well. I also specialize in teaching children with disabilities, and have a knack for engaging students emotionally in their music as well as mentally. They will develop a love and need of music in their lives, which fuels their talent!

Welcome to my Bio and thank you for choosing me!

My priority is my student’s Musical Education and psychological (emotional) growth. I’m aware of the life lasting benefits of music, and I use my skills and experience to deliver lessons that are full of content and are fun at the same time.

About My Background
I was born in a family of musicians. I gave my first concert when I was in 3rd grade. Since then, I participated in plays and musicals at my school.

When I was in 6th grade, I started teaching music to pre-school aged students.

In the past I worked as a full time Music Teacher for several schools. I also worked as a Summer Camp Director, After School Enrichment Programs Creator, Professional Musician, and Private Instructor for several instruments, including Piano (Keyboard), Guitar (Acoustic, Electric), Bass Guitar, Clarinet, Saxophone, Drums, Violin, and Recorder.
I worked for 7 years as the Music/Choir Director in churches like St. Bonaventure, St....

Hi! My name is Tom, and I started playing the guitar, and singing in 1996. I've been very lucky in my musical pursuits. I've studied Classical guitar technique with Fred Benedetti, and the world renowned Celino Romero, and I've also gotten to know big stars in the Heavy Metal world such as Kerry King, and Alex Webster. The most amazing thing that I have discovered, is that this immaculate Classical guitar technique handed down through the Romero family can be applied to any style of guitar or bass playing. I will teach you these masterful techniques! Since 2006 I have given over 10,000 guitar lessons. You will learn how to play the Guitar easier, faster, and more expressively. I can teach you to approach the instrument the way that works. It really can be easy to play the Guitar, if you just know how to approach it! It will of course take lots of practice, but if your hands are moving correctly from the beginning, that practice will be much more enjoyable. I specialize in Spanish...

Zach has been performing Electric and Upright Bass in and around San Diego County for the last 10 years. He has played in numerous local groups, performing in diverse musical projects from salsa, to heavy metal, to hip hop, no genre or style is off limits. Along with that Zach has been a staple on the local theatre scene.Working as a pit musician for many of the local and regional theatres including: The Old Globe, Lambs Players Theatre, and Moonlight Ampitheatre just to name a few. In addition to that he has just finsihed a stint on Holland America Cruise Lines working as "Music Director" on board a number of their ships. Zach has Studied under renowned area bassists Gunnar Biggs, and Justin Grinnell, and with their help has learned an approach to teaching involving patience, and a step by step method to get you feeling comfortable on the instrument and playing the kind of music you love!

TEACHING/COACHING/CONSULTING
Ayanna has been teaching private voice & piano lessons as well as facilitating group vocal labs & workshops, seminar presentations and lectures since 1991. She has received a BA in Metaphysical Sciences, is currently working on her Masters in Metaphysical Sciences with an emphasis on healing arts utilizing vibrational frequencies & sound, in particular the human voice. She is currently writing articles and a book about the techniques and psychology of performing arts as well as finding ones' "true" voice for singers, speakers and pure everyday enjoyment of life.

Students can expect to have fun learning in a sensitive, relaxed and supportive environment with Ayanna. She encourages students to explore and develop their creative styles while learning the fundamentals of making music, & music theory with a playful and joyful approach. To her, parents play an integral role in a child's learning experience and their questions are always invited and...