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Drums with Erik H.

Novato, California

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5-80
Speaks English, Mandarin
Teaching since 2010
Bachelors of Music in Performance

    About Erik H.

    I am a professional touring and recording drummer currently playing with the rock band Eyes On The Shore and several other projects and groups. I graduated from the Berklee College of Music in 2016 with a Bachelors degree in drum set performance. I started my musical journey on the piano at 5 and picked up my first pair of drumsticks when I was 11. I quickly fell in love with the drums as an instrument and dedicated my life to mastering my craft behind the kit ever since. Notable past performances in my drumming journey have included two concerts at Carnegie Hall, the Walt Disney Concert Hall as the lead timpanist, the 2014 Progressive Nation At Sea festival hosted by Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater, the 2014 All Stars Tour, a special performance at the 2016 NAMM show, and SXSW 2016 with my band Eyes On The Shore. My students tend to be wide-ranging in terms of both ages and skill levels. Beginning drummers can expect to develop a solid foundation on rock beats and fills while playing along to some of their favorite bands/artists and having fun doing it! We will also make sure you are playing with proper technique and staying fluid and relaxed as you get used to the motions required between your limbs. Intermediate and advanced students will dive into the deep end as we explore a wide range of topics including linear drumming, jazz swing and improvisation, funk and latin grooves, drum soloing, double bass drumming, rudiments and snare drum solos, recording drums, and much more! The most important aspects of teaching for me are to keep our lessons fun, exciting, and to never lose track of why we picked up this instrument in the first place. I am here to help you achieve your greatest drumming goals and look forward to working towards them together!

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    9 AM-3:30 PM
    5 PM-6 PM
    Wednesday
    9 AM-3:30 PM
    4 PM-6 PM
    Thursday
    9 AM-6 PM
    Friday
    9 AM-3 PM
    Saturday
    9 AM-3 PM
    Sunday
    10 AM-4 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $34
    60 minutes
    $67
    120 minutes
    $134
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    Experience

    Drummer

    Jun, 2016 - Present

    Saved By The 90s

    Saved By The 90s performs live music from the 1990s at parties and stages across the Bay Area and Northern California. The band is part of a large multi-band franchise under Semi-Charmed Life, LLC based in NYC

    Drum Instructor

    May, 2017 - Aug, 2017

    Moderntone Studios

    Moderntone Studios is a school for musicians specializing in instructional and recording services to students of all ages and skill levels. Currently employed as the primary drum teacher and produces drum videos and media for the school.

    Drum Department Sales

    Jan, 2016 - Apr, 2016

    Bananas At Large

    Oversaw sales in the drum section of the store. Maintained, cleaned, and tuned drums and other percussion accessories. Repair work services for percussion hardware.

    Drummer

    Dec, 2015 - Present

    Eyes On The Shore

    Original 5-piece rock band based out of the Bay Area. Notable past performances include SXSW, NAMM 2016, Live 105's BFD Festival, Popscene SF, Oysterfest SF. Recorded on the band's 2016 release "Maestranza" and currently producing new 2017 music.

    Drum Instructor

    Sep, 2014 - Dec, 2015

    Sociedad Latina

    Employed by the Berklee Community Affairs and Campus Engagement Department. Worked with the youth center’s Music Clubhouse students on upcoming performances, taught drum lessons to younger students at the facility on weekends.

    Percussion/Drum Technician

    May, 2014 - Dec, 2015

    Berklee Percussion Department

    Set up drums and equipment for performing drummers and teachers, managed the Berklee drum practice rooms, and performed tech services for visiting artists including Antonio Sanchez, Tony “Thunder” Smith, and Dennis Chambers.

    Freelance Drum Recording and Programming

    Jan, 2013 - Present

    Self Employed

    Provide MIDI programming services for drum parts through Superior Drummer as well as home studio session work for artists and singer-songwriters.

    Education

    Diploma

    Aug, 2008 - Jun, 2012

    San Marin High School

    Bachelors of Music in Performance

    Sep, 2012 - Dec, 2015

    Berklee College of Music

    Certifications

    Honorary Dean's List

    May, 2014

    Berklee College of Music

    Certified for outstanding academic achievement during the first 4 semesters of studying for my Bachelor's. 2012-2014

    Awards

    Harmony and Theory Distinction Award

    Jun, 2007

    British Royal School of Music

    Most Active Drummer

    Apr, 2015

    Berklee College of Music

    SemiFinal Champion

    Sep, 2012

    Roland V-Drums International Competition

    Piano Distinction Award Levels 3-8

    Jun, 2011

    British Royal School of Music

    Maestro Award For Musical Excellence Recipient

    May, 2011

    Walt Disney Concert Hall

    Languages

    Mandarin

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

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