DJing with Henri B.

Hi everybody! My name is Henri, and I am an experienced and focused musician who really enjoys seeing students achieve their goals and desires musically. I have studied privately with former Berklee Graduate Al Pahanish Jr (Powerman 5000), and former Capitol Records recording artist Morrison Moon. I am a goal-oriented individual with a versatile background and a relaxed, "let's have fun while we learn" attitude. I adamantly believe music should always be fun and inspiring for everyone, no matter what skill level. FUN is always the focus, because if you are not having fun, why are you doing it?  I also have years of experience touring both nationally and internationally with several award-winning Arizona-based performing groups, (Okilly Dokilly, Dry River Yacht Club,The Hourglass Cats, Clint Stevens, Street Drum Corps) performing shows in 46 of the US States, as well as international festival performances and touring in Canada, Norway, Mexico, UK (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland), Republic of Ireland, Slovenia, Austria, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, France, Italy, Australia, and New Zealand. My past teaching and performing experiences have really helped shaped the musician and the teacher I am today. Aside from performing and private lessons, I am the founder of preschool program Wee Rock Music and serve as adjunct faculty at Mesa Community College. I work as the Entertainment Coordinator for Tempe Festival of The Arts. And as a writer, my work has been published in Phoenix New Times and Modern Drummer. And lastly, and I am super excited for this, my new children's drum book, Wee Beats, Wee Eats, is set for release in 2020. I also co-scored the 2012 feature-length documentary, The Immigration Paradox, with Tobie Milford. Active in the music industry for more than 15 years, and am experienced in production, artist management, booking, merchandising, copyright, graphic design, promotions, licensing, teaching, publishing, writing, and live and studio performances. As a life-long learner, I am always finding new experiences and new ways to connect with students, as learning comes just as much from the student as it does the teacher. You can always find me around "the music."  Proudly endorsed by TJS Custom Drums, SKB Cases, and Los Cabos Drumsticks. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your musical desires. Thanks so much for stopping by and have a music-filled day.