Activites, Camps and After School Classes in Bakersfield, CA

Years of Experience: 16 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Chris started performing at age eleven after his parents decided to enroll him in performing arts classes in Bakersfield, California. It was there that he discovered his true love for the stage, whether it was performing in a musical theatre production, or playing in a band. At age 11, his country/pop band took Bakersfield by storm, gaining thousands of fans, selling thousands of EPs, writing the jingle for the local bus transit commercial, and catching the attention of many labels in Nashville. After heading to high school, he discovered musical theatre and played the lead roles in Bakersfield Music Theatre's productions of Grease, West Side Story, and High School Musical. It was there where he was introduced to local Bakersfield, CA band, Vogue In The Movement. In their four and a half year span, they managed to tour the nation a number of times, sell thousands of records, sign to Riot Squad Management (My Chemical Romance, Circa Survive), Ink a publishing deal with Downtown Music Publishing (Mos Def, Ellie Goulding, Neon Trees, Seal), Have their songs placed on a variety of different television shows, like MTV's "Jersey Shore," and "The Hills." They also reached the final four of MTV's Dew Circuit Battle Of The Bands, Starred in a national commercial for MTV, inked a 6 month promotional deal with MTV, and played with the likes of Sugarcult, Fall Out Boy, Circa Survive, Paramore, and The Plain White T's. Chris co-wrote tracks called "Fire On The Dance Floor," "Stranded," and "Stop" with the Sugarcult frontman, Tim Pagnotta, who also co-penned the hit song from Neon Trees called "Animal." After the Vogue In The Movement parted ways in 2010, Chris decided to broaden his musical horizons by enrolling at LA Music Academy. While living in LA, he performed all over the Sunset Strip, and played lots of new material with his group "Chris P*****t and The Alibis." He's also active in the session singing world, landing a job doing session singing work for a Disney/Pixar animated film coming out in the near future. Now he fronts a band called Stereo Citizen, who recorded their debut EP with Matt Squire (also produced Katy Perry, Panic At The Disco, One Direction). They have opened for bands such as The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Rx Bandits, The Devil Wears Prada, Atreyu and The Word Alive. Stereo Citizen just released a music video directed by Danny Drysdale (The Killers, Forever The Sickest Kids).Stereo Citizen is without a doubt on the rise, and constantly building momentum. Formal Education: -Completed the Vocal Program at Los Angeles College Of Music, and studied under the likes of artists such as Dorian Holley(Michael Jackson's Back Up Singer, Vocal Director of the "This Is It" tour, and Lead Singer of The Tonight Show), Tierney Sutton (Grammy award winning jazz vocalist), and Kacee Clanton (plays Janis Joplin on Broadway. -Associates Degree in Business Administration from SJVC (currently working on BA) Private Education: -6 years of vocal lessons from E3 Performing Arts School -Completed Loren Israel's Band Bootcamp (he discovered Neon Trees, Jimmy Eat World, and Plain White T's) Performing Experience: Toured the nation, and opened for bands such as Fall Out Boy, Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Sugarcult, Plain White T's, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and many more. -Signed publishing deal with Downtown Music Publishing(Neon Trees, Seal, Motley Crue, Mos Def) and had a variety of placements on television. Worked as a Session Vocalist for Disney/Pixar Signed to Riot Squad (My Chemical Romance, Circa Survive) Co-wrote local jingles Experience Teaching: 2 years vocal training 2 years lyric/melody training -Reviews- Name: Colby Scott Date: 2017-03-18 17:15:19 Title: Great Teacher!!! Body: I used ook lessons with Chris for a few years! He improved my range and helped me sing with much more confidence! I highly recommend him for any genre!

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons

Years of Experience: 7 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 7 Instruments Taught: Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Casper is an American Songwriter and Producer from California. Graduating from the Los Angeles Recording School with Honors in 2017, Casper has been writing and producing for over 10 years. His producing has been influenced by Scott Storch, DJ Premier, and Ryan Leslie. His sound is loosely rooted in the West Coast Hip-Hop genre, with the consciousness of the East Coast, and the hype of the South. His unique style is considered Boom Bap Hip-Hop with elements of Jazz and Funk. Casper sets out to encourage and empower youth struggling with social, political, and economic hardship. Other genres of interest include Jazz, Funk, Neo Soul, and Country. Formal Education: Honors Graduate from Los Angeles Recording School Private Education: Piano lessons and Music Theory Performing Experience: Ivar Theater, Hollywood CA I have worked side by side with; Sublime with Rome, Dirty Heads, Wyclef Jean, Mark Pellizzer, and many more. Experience Teaching: I have trained recording engineers in my techniques and knowledge for the past two years. I have taught songwriting for the past two years and have increased artists fan base and albums sales through my teachings. I have taught and instructed music production for the past three years and have had awesome outcomes with now upcoming producers. -Education- Degree: Music Production and Recording Arts School: Los Angeles Recording School Dates: 2016-02 -Awards- Name:Cum Laude Institution:Honors Society Awarded:2017-10

Years of Experience: 1 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 4 Genres: Jazz Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: Michael spent 3 years with Blue Devils B during the 2013, 2014, and 2016 Drum Corps International Open Class seasons. He played in the front ensemble on auxiliary percussion, focused on suspended cymbals, concert bass, tam-tam, chimes, and other various small instruments. He can help with the fundamentals of percussion, rhythm, and front ensemble instruments like marimba and vibraphone. -Education- Degree: Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance School: Arizona State University Dates: 2018-12 -Awards- Name:Open Class Gold Medalist Institution:Drum Corps International Awarded:2016-08 Name:Open Class Silver Medalist Institution:Drum Corps International Awarded:2013-08

Years of Experience: 4 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Orchestral Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Hello my name is Evan. I have 15 years experience recording and performing music. I sing, play drums, piano, and guitar. Also,I am a father of 2 girls whom I plan on passing down my love of music to. I have experience teaching young adults and children in private and group lessons. In high school I performed in the advanced choir group and was invited by the school to perform for an audience twice in my senior year. My father has been in the recording and music production business for 20 years. And I've picked up many tips and methods from his success. I love all things music, and love teaching and inspiring! Together we will improve and be better musicians and performers! Im excited to see my students improve and gain the confidence needed to perform for crowds

Years of Experience: 24 Location Options: In Home Genres: Rock, Jazz, Country, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Musical Theater, Metal, Funk, Soul, Hip Hop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: Derrell has always loved music from an early age. He began playing drums at the age of six and continued his education by studying music. His musical influences include Dave Weckl Aaron Spear Tony Royster Jr and etc. Derrell's favorite thing about music is his drums. One of his favorite teaching experiences was reading music. When taking lessons with Derrell you can expect patience socializing and hard work. He looks forward to getting to know you as a student and learning about your specific goals, interests, and learning styles. Book a lesson now and get connected right away!

Years of Experience: 1 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 6 Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: I am a drummer I have drummed with the BHS drumline for 4 years I played drum-set, Tenors, bass, and snare. I played with the BC drumline on drum-set, and tenors. I also write my own songs and have recorded many of my songs and posted them for people to hear.

Years of Experience: 5 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Jazz, Classical Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: Brushay has always loved music from an early age. She began playing home at the age of 5 and continued her education by going to school. Her musical influences include a lot of dedication.Brushay's favorite thing about music is keyboard and her favorite thing about teaching music is learning more. One of her favorite teaching experiences was working with younger students. When taking lessons with Brushay you can expect great skills. She looks forward to getting to know you as a student and learning about your specific goals, interests, and learning style. Book a lesson now and get connected right away! -Education- Degree: Ge School: East high Dates: 2018-05

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons

Years of Experience: 2 Location Options: In Home Genres: Rock, Blues, Acoustic, RB, Pop Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I have always loved music from an early age. It began when I started playing guitar at the age of 13 and continued my educationthrough 2014. My musical influences include Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Aerosmith, Desendents, Metallica, Nirvana, Green Day and other various artist from 1950s to early 2000s. My favorite thing about music is the dynamic range and my favorite thing about teaching music is to help by finding your sound. Some of my favorite teaching experiences was helping one of my early students to play rhythmically due to wanting simplicity; another time I taught another student of mine to play lead guitar and play guitar solos because they wanted to express themselves emotionally. When taking lessons with me you can expect to go the extra mile and gain knowledge on the instrument of your choice and the music history behind it. I am looking forward to getting to know you as a student and learning about your specific goals, interests, and learning style. Book a lesson now and get started right away!

Years of Experience: 15 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 20 miles Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons Overview: I learned at a young age that attention to song structure and melodic content elevates dexterity and inventiveness on the fretboard bringing innovation. My years of experience have led me to a path to teach these wonderful concepts I've learned through the years. Experience Teaching: I've independently have been teaching for 8 yr.

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Musical Theater, Metal, Folk, Funk, Soul, Reggae, Hip Hop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I’m very dedicated to My musicianship and my craft! I am looking forward to changing the lives of those who have a passion for a musical journey! I will make sure I give my all and connect musically and socially with my students

Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Pop, Musical Theater, Folk Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Formal Education: Bachelor of Arts in General Music from CSU, Bakersfield Private Education: Over a dozen years of private voice studio from various teachers Performing Experience: I have 15 years of performance experience on a variety of stages ranging from classical to popular including performances with the Bakersfield Symphony, at the Kern County Fair, and at the Whisky a Go-Go. Experience Teaching: I've worked at Golden Valley High School since 2016 as a vocal coach and as a vocal director for two musicals thus far. I also worked at North High School from 2 as a vocal coach working with the choir, and worked at a vocal director for three musicals at Bakersfield High School from 2. I've had a number of private voice studio students along the way, as well giving private tutoring in music theory, both since about 2016.

Location Options: In Home Genres: Jazz, Christian, RB, Gospel Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: I have been singing since I was a child, (not classically trained) learned by ear. My methods when it comes to teaching singing are a mix of instinctual and technical. I’m a firm believer in feeling the music.