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Drums with Paul B.

Pico Rivera, California

5.0
(3)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 10+
Speaks English, Spanish
Teaching since 1991
Bachelor of Arts

    About Paul B.

    5.0
    (3)
    I have over twenty years of performance experience as a drummer. I have an AA degree in Music from Pasadena City College. I have a BA in Music from California State University, Northridge. I have taught individual and group instruction, focusing on hand technique and sight-reading. I attended Grove School of Music in 1990, where I studied hand and sticking technique and Latin drum-set application. I have performed in a variety of musical situations from big band performances to musicals, jazz trios, rock shows, and an independent film score. *** Lesson Details *** My approach to teaching drum-set is simple. I focus on the student's needs. I like to give my students assignments that are tangible but that still present a challenge. I'm an easy going guy and I know that through patience and nurturing I can build the student's confidence and gain results. I assign weekly exercises and teach my students good technique.

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    Industry Ave. Pico Rivera, CA.

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    3 PM-5 PM
    Tuesday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Wednesday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Thursday
    3 PM-5 PM
    Friday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Saturday
    11 AM-1 PM
    2 PM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $30
    60 minutes
    $50
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    5.0
    3 Reviews
    Geovanni
    Teacher's studio
    Paul kept it fun. Which is why we even want to learn something new in the first place. He didn’t go straight to the books at first. Very knowledgeable and patient. I’m grateful to have him.
    Posted Dec 24, 2018
    Sarah
    Teacher's studio
    Pablo was very professional. He is so knowledgeable about everything drums and was patient with me. I highly recommend taking lessons from him. Great teacher.
    Posted Oct 5, 2018
    Paul
    Teacher's studio
    I've been studying with Paul for a few years, and I would not be close to my current skill level without his instruction and guidance. Paul is a patient and brilliant observer and expert analyst in developing technique. Every time I think I've got it, he makes some acute observation that brings it to a deeper level of refinement and nuance. And I've learned from him how crucial this refinement is to sounding good in everything you play on the kit. Beyond building the foundation of technique, with Paul you will learn various grooves in different genres, reading notation and drum charts, soloing and comping, as well as prioritizing and organizing your approach and having the right attitude so people will want to play with you. Lessons are always fun and inspiring, and Paul is patient and sensitive to individual needs. He also brings to lessons his experience as a professional drummer. I've seen him perform professionally in various styles: small jazz ensemble, big band, latin, rock, funk etc. And he always sounds great: solid and musical with a great feel. His combination of skill, experience, knowledge, profound insight and sensitivity make him an invaluable teacher for those interested in developing as an artist.
    Posted Jun 30, 2015

    Experience

    1991 – Present: Private drum instructor.

    May, 1991 - Present

    Paul 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, 2009

    East 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, 1990

    Grove School of Music

    Bachelor of Arts

    Aug, 2009 - May, 2011

    California State University Northridge

    Associate in Arts

    Jan, 2006 - Jun, 2009

    Pasadena City College

    Certifications

    Successfully completed Condensed Percussion Program

    Dec, 1990

    Grove School of Music

    Awards

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    May, 2006

    Pasadena City College

    Graduated with honors from California State University Northridge

    May, 2011

    California State University Northridge

    Dean’s list for two consecutive semesters at California State University Northridge

    May, 2010

    California State University Northridge

    Pasadena City College Performance Award for Jazz Third Place.

    May, 2008

    Pasadena City College

    Faculty Honors for Superior Service Pasadena City College

    Jun, 2007

    Pasadena City College

    Awarded “Greatest Contribution to Jazz” 2007 Pasadena City College

    May, 2007

    Pasadena City College

    Jazz Ensembles Award Outstanding Contribution

    Jun, 2006

    Pasadena City College

    Languages

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Professional Proficiency

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