About Paul B.
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1991 – Present: Private drum instructor.
May, 1991 - PresentPaul Baza
I currently perform with The Tikiyaki Orchestra and Tikiyaki-50. I have recently delved into the surf band scene, where I've had the opportunity to perform with the Insect Surfers and other surf bands. I have also had the pleasure to performed with The Pasadena City College Swing Kings featuring special guest Ernie Andrews, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, The Hollywood Presbyterian Church, Classical pianist Sasha Alexeev, The Buzz Maddox Big Band, Bill Masonheimer’s Freedom Band, The Denizens of Jazz and many others.
Drum Instructor
Jun, 2008 - Jun, 2009East Los Angeles City College ELACC.
Taught group drum lessons at East Los Angeles College summer program for two consecutive terms.
Education
Certificate
Jun, 1990 - Dec, 1990Grove School of Music
Bachelor of Arts
Aug, 2009 - May, 2011California State University Northridge
Associate in Arts
Jan, 2006 - Jun, 2009Pasadena City College
Certifications
Successfully completed Condensed Percussion Program
Dec, 1990Grove School of Music
Awards
2nd place, Pasadena City College Music Scholarship Competition award
May, 2006Pasadena City College
Graduated with honors from California State University Northridge
May, 2011California State University Northridge
Dean’s list for two consecutive semesters at California State University Northridge
May, 2010California State University Northridge
Pasadena City College Performance Award for Jazz Third Place.
May, 2008Pasadena City College
Faculty Honors for Superior Service Pasadena City College
Jun, 2007Pasadena City College
Awarded “Greatest Contribution to Jazz” 2007 Pasadena City College
May, 2007Pasadena City College
Jazz Ensembles Award Outstanding Contribution
Jun, 2006Pasadena City College
Languages
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
English
Professional Proficiency
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