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David L.
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Teaching Locations:
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Teacher's Studio
Student's Home
Teaching Locations:
Online
Teacher's Studio
Student's Home
Levels taught:
Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAbout David L.
Many years of drum instruction with students who have learned best with alternative learner-centered approaches including: extreme patience, slow to fast repetition of patterns and exercises, focused breathing, as well as sight-reading, rhythm and ear training. Students with: Asperger's, Autism, Dyslexia and related states have benefited greatly.
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Teacher's Studio
Day 1 of drumming lessons! David answered all my questions led the conversation and helped ease my need to be perfect! I am excited to practice the skills we worked on and excited to see where the next lessons go!! Thanks David for a great 1st experience!
Student's Home
DAVID IS AN OUTSTANDING TEACHER IN EVERY RESPECT. HIS KNOWLEDGE OF SPANISH SEEMS EXCELLENT, AND HIS INTEREST IN THIS LANGUAGE IS CLEARLY VERY STRONG. THIS ALLOWS CLOSE ANALYSIS OF SPANISH, AND STANDS AS A SIGNIFICANT BENEFIT TO THE DIDACTIC PROCESS. IN TURN THIS PROMOTES A SPIRIT OF LEARNING IN CLASS WHICH IS INFORMATIVE AND GOOD FUN. FINALLY HIS KNOWLEDGE OF SPANISH/ENGLISH COGNATES AND INDO-EUROPEAN ROOTS IS UNUSUALLY BROAD, WHICH MAKES LEARNING SPANISH WITH HIM EASY AND ENTERTAINING. I BELIEVE DAVID HAS A TRUE VOCATION FOR TEACHING, AND I HOPE I CAN GO ON WITH LESSONS WITH HIM FOR SOME TIME TO COME.
Student's Home
David is a great instructor. My son is 9 and a beginner and David is very good with him.
Student's Home
David is a good and patient teacher. He really helped me with honing the fundamentals.
Student's Home
Great teacher! David is a talented drummer, teacher, & he is great with kids! My 10 year old loves David and has been steadily improving since beginning. I have also noticed a big improvement in my son's confidence. Priceless!
Student's Home
You should book this guy right away! He is very proficient, professional, polite, and one of the very best drum instructors in town!
Solid Teacher
David is knowledgeable, well spoken, and truly has a passion for drums as well as education. He is patient and always has an insightful answer for all of my questions. He has helped me with my technique and given me a deeper understanding rhythm in general. Highly recommended!!
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Experience
Drum Set and Spanish Instructor
Jun 2004 - PresentDavid L.
I have been working with learners in both one-on-one and classroom/workshop settings for over twenty years. I have taught learners of all ages from diverse backgrounds, each with unique skillsets. My principal subject matter is drum set instruction, but I also teach flamenco cajón, Ableton Live, audio production, beginner flamenco guitar, and Spanish language!
Education
Spanish, B.A.
Jan 2007 - Jun 2010University of Washington
AA Degree
Jan 2001 - Jun 2004Seattle Central Community College
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Portuguese
Limited Proficiency
Spanish
Professional Proficiency
Certifications
TESOL
Jul 2011Seattle Central Community College
Awards
Dean's List
Jan 2010University of Washington
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Jan 2009U.S. Department of State
The Phi Beta Kappa Society - Alpha of Washington
Jun 2005Seattle Central Community College
The American Legion Certificate of Academic Achievement
Jun 2000WSHS
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