Top Drum Lessons for Kids in Carlsbad, CA

Students can expect a relaxed atmosphere, but also making sure that there is a high level of professionalism and expectation of attentiveness from the student.

Of course, I also understand that this all depends on the age of the student, and as we meet and get to see what it is that you want to focus on and I will make sure to concentrate on that and help you reach your goals!

Drums is my primary instrument, the one I chose to follow as a career in music. Drums make us dance, make us smile, and they are simply extremely fun to play. The most important thing I focus on is in playing music with the drums. There is nothing more rewarding and fun than playing with and for other people. Whether you are interested in learning how to play your favorite pop or rock song or a jazz standard, I can teach you what makes drumming unique in each style, and what you will need to know to express yourself in the instrument.

Learn from one of the best rock drummers. Fundamentals and basic essentials are a major key in achieving success in anything in life. Through a relaxed and inspiring approach you can learn the fun asset of the drumming world. Theory and rudiments are included in order to learn the language. There is nothing better than to witness the eyes light up when a student is inspired. Climb aboard!

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I'm a devoted drummer, I study and teach a specific method called the Murray Spivach method that I learned from Chad Wackerman(Frank Zappa). I also studied with Dr. Scott Robinson and couple other teachers. I've spent hours and hours studying technique, coordination, feel and worked on countless exercises (which I will provide for you also). I am completely in love with this instrument. I will teach all students without discrimination, I only need the student to be passionate to learn, and dedicated to practice depending on what goals you like to achieve. If you are looking to learn the drums seriously, I'm the right guy for you.

I've been playing and teaching drums for 10 years now. I will help students develop all the different techniques involved in becoming a proficient drummer. Increasing their coordination in understanding how to execute the basics of rhythmic dictation all the way to complicated syncopations. Drum lessons are not available In-Studio.

Positive, patient and motivating, 37 years of playing drums & over 11 years of private instruction with a wealth of music knowledge to share. Lessons are always designed to be educational, engaging & fun, combining a balance of learning notation, playing by ear & performance with other live instruments! We will find out what interests you most and get you on the drum set right away for fast results!

24 years drumming experience, with 17 years of studio and touring experience. I teach what you want to learn. Rock, metal, funk, jazz, you name it. Starting with rudiments and building from there. All skill levels from beginner to advanced. I have a practice room with a kit or can travel to your home with practice pads if you have your own drumkit. Let’s play some drums!

As a young musician, I knew what it was like when I first started learning. I try to keep in mind how much support and encouraging words can help catapult a student to new levels in music. I try to keep my lessons fun, and help my students set and achieve their personal goals.

My methods are tailored to each student's current experience level. I have experience playing in styles from Rock, Funk, Swing, Jazz, Latin, Country, Contemporary, and Blues. For my beginner students, I try to establish the fundamentals such as Basic Rhythm, Keeping Time, Basic Hand Coordination, Basic Grooves, Ear Training and Learning Songs. For Intermediate and Advanced students: I work on Rudiments and Sticking Patterns, Sight Reading, Grooves in Every Style, Song Structures, 4-Way Independence, Ostinatos, Syncopation, Accents, and Fills.