Drum Lessons in Austin, TX

Years of Experience: 16 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 4 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Musical Theater, Metal, Folk, Funk, Soul, Reggae Age Groups: Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Orchestral Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I've been performing music for over 20 years, since I was just ten years old and formed a band with my soccer teammates. Later, I continued studying, becoming very interested in punk, alternative, and metal music. At the University of Arizona in Tucson, I studied classical guitar and music theory, as well as piano, voice choral and solo, composition, conducting, and minored in Spanish language. I am fluent in Spanish thanks to my Cuban father speaking Spanish with me since childhood. Later, I traveled North America and Europe, attending music festivals and studying for eleven months in Vigo, a city in northwestern Spain. I returned to Tucson in 2019 and finished my master's degree in music theory, and moved to East Austin in 2023 to pursue a career in music full-time. I currently perform in town as a solo classical guitarist, performing both classical music and arrangements of popular tunes. Furthermore, I compose original music. I had a band named Soakset back in Tucson which can be found on Spotify. -Education- Degree: Bachelor of Music School: University of Arizona Dates: 2017-05 Degree: Master of Music School: University of Arizona Dates: 2020-05 -Awards- Name:David Russell Bach Prize Finalist Institution:University of Arizona Awarded:2017-02

Years of Experience: 20 Location Options: In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Jazz, Country, Acoustic, Pop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons Overview: Jason began playing drums at the age of 11. Over the years, he developed his skills further by attending Univ. of N. Texas. He gained performance experience in the Austin area and on the road by playing at such venues as Elephant Room, One2One Bar, David Letterman and with acts such as Billy Joe Shaver, Atash, Matt Nathanson, Jeff Lofton. Though Jason can teach many different genres of music, his musical personal favorites are classic rock, jazz, and fusion which had great influence on his style of playing. Jason loves music because is touches people of all walks of life across cultures and loves teaching music because it is a gift. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, Jason can help you expand and enhance your playing. Jason is excited to learn how he can help you reach your musical goals. Sign up now to schedule a meeting! Formal Education: B.A. in Music, University of North Texas Private Education: Studied from Butch Trucks of the Allman Bros. band while in high school Performing Experience: Toured with Billy Joe Shaver and Atash which included performances on David Letterman with Willie Nelson, and Carnegie Hall with Atash Experience Teaching: Taught high school drumline in Dallas and Austin, taught private drum set and tabla lessons for many years -Education- Degree: B.A. in Music School: University of North Texas Dates: 1993-12

Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 23 Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Hello! My name is Dustin, I’m 21 years old, and I’ve been writing/performing music for over 10 years. Now I’m here to teach you everything I’ve learned throughout that time! Whether you’re just learning your first guitar chords, or you’re looking for instruction on how to write your first song, I would love to be a part of your musical journey! Hope to see you soon :)

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: I am 24, from Portland, Oregon. I moved to Austin in December '08 and recently bought a home to start my adult music career. I grew up playing music but got hooked on the drums at age 14. After 3 years of playing and no formal training I was accepted to the Southern Oregon U. School of Music. In college I Studied music theory, ear training and the percussive arts (orchestral, contemporary, world) with internationally renowned musicians and professors. Iam currently playing in Soul Track Mind, learning what it takes on the business and music side to make my passion a successful career. Of course I am seeking and working on other projects as well. I focus on proper technique to play as efficiently as possible. Students learn faster, avoid long term injuries and see results after the first lesson. I adjust my teaching techniques to best suit the student. Learn the correct way from the start. Formal Education: BS Music-Business Southern Ore. U. - Junior year at Umass Amherst Private Education: Drums/percussion, Dr. Terry Longshore (SOU) Theory/ear training, Dr. Alexander Tutunov Performing Experience: '04-'08 SOU Symphonic Band, Percussion Ensemble, Marimba Band, Jazz Combo. '06-'07 Umass Percussion Ensemble and Marimba Band '08 Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra '09-current Soul Track Mind Experience Teaching: I teach myself every day. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with others, especially in exchange for knowledge. I've taught children as young as 2 all the way into late adulthood.

Years of Experience: 30 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: Drum professional for 30 years. Teaching, gigging and touring. Currently working with 5 bands and studio work here in Virginia. Private Education: Advanced technique's in several genres Performing Experience: Currently performing regular gigs in the USA Experience Teaching: Teaching for 5 years at NOVA here in Virginia.

Years of Experience: 6 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I have been playing music for 15 years. Teaching for 6. I have been around the U.S and Canada touring playing many different instruments and styles of music. Formal Education: Bachelors of Science in audio and visual communication . Private Education: Took lessons many years as child and young adult both privately in home and in a university setting Performing Experience: Have been on all stages big and small. A pub in rural Canada to a 3000 person club in New York City Experience Teaching: Teaching is very rewarding for me. I enjoy watching people learn, and I always end up learning something as well.

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 55 Genres: Rock, Blues, Country, Acoustic, Christian Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: I am a very social, fun, outgoing guy. I am originally from Chicago. Huge love of music of lots of variety. Professionalism is my goal whenever writing music. Formal Education: Various music related online courses from Berkelee. Private Education: Started off by playing classical piano as a child until I found my love of percussion. After that I took every opportunity I had to play drums which lead to touring nationally. Performing Experience: Experience touring with Grammy award winning artists

Years of Experience: 1 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: My interest in music first began as a kid listening to The Beatles. I loved it so much that I got my parents to enroll me in piano lessons at age 8. I played the piano and studied basic theory until I began to play percussion in the school band at age 12. My passion and dedication for music really began to grow throughout highschool as I became involved in drumline, jazz band, symphonic orchestra, percussion ensemble, musicals and any other group I could squeeze into. While attending the University of North Texas I was able to play with the Afro/Cuban, Brazilian, and Steel Pan ensembles as well as many local bands. A few of these bands had moderate success around Texas and even had songs featured on the radio. Over the past few years I've picked up the guitar and began to take an interest in songwriting as well, but my real passion has always been the drums. I am interested in all kinds of music from various places and backgrounds and am always open to learning more. Music is a gift that I love to share and have been successful at helping others discover their own talents. Formal Education: I have a bachelor's degree in English from the University of North Texas but played in the Afro/Cuban, Brazilian and Steel Pan ensembles. I took piano lessons from age 8 to 12 before switching to percussion. I played percussion throughout high school where I learned theory and earned several honors as AHS percussions of the year, several 1 rankings for UIL solo and ensemble, and played with the All Region Jazz Band under Jay Saunders. Private Education: I took private lessons for percussion throughout highschool. Some teachers were better than others, but one of my best was a former snare player for the Cavaliers. Performing Experience: I have been performing in formal recitals and and concerts from age 8 to 18. During high school and college I was able to start playing in my own groups outside of school and learn more about putting on an awesome show. I have played all throughout the DFW metroplex as well as parts of central and south Texas, and a handful of out of state gigs. I have performed as a percussionist and drumset player in rock, funk, jazz, blues, reggae and acoustic settings. I have also performed in Austin as a rhythm guitarist/vocalist for a couple of years as well. Experience Teaching: I have experience teaching formal lessons for about 6 months, but have seen my students grow a lot in a short amount of time. My real strength is not my musical background, but my ability to communicate clearly and adapt to different learning styles. I am all about going the extra distance to figure out how a student can best reach his or her goals.

Years of Experience: 2 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 10 miles Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Musical Theater, Metal, Folk, Funk, Soul, Reggae, Hip Hop Age Groups: Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Hey there! My name is Cory. I’m 25 and have been a musician for 19 years. Music to me has always been the one thing I’ve always been self-driven and self-disciplined to pursue. My biggest influences for drums are Tommy Lee Motley Crue, Thomas Pridgen The Mars Volta, and Luke Holland The Word Alive; guitar: Slash Guns N’ Roses, Shakey Graves, Jimi Hendrix, and Leah Wellbum Slothrust My goal as a teacher is to inspire and nurture passion within the student. The teachers I had that spoke to me as equals and left me with insight into how to reinvent myself as an artist as well as helped me shape my playing and technical proficiency in a way that made me hunger to learn more were the ones that I’ll remember forever, so I hope to offer that to others. The world needs musicians. The perspective I have to offer is balanced, authentic, and therefore the student to expand upon. As a teacher, I believe nurturing the passion of the student is what supports their ethic and outlook on music for the rest of their life.

Years of Experience: 20 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Orchestral Lessons Overview: Hi, my name is Thomas! I'm a performer and teacher and I look forward to starting you on (or continuing you along) your musical journey. Areas of Expertise: • Can Read Music • Play in a variety of styles • Able to communicate and express musical ideas with ease • 14 years of teaching experience, 20+ years of learning and performing experience • Able to playteach drum-set, snare drum(marching, orchestral) hand percussion, mallets Experience • 1993 Drum set and percussionist for the play peter pan. • 1994 Regular Thursday night gig at the Broadway Rec. Center playing traditional jazz dance songs. • 1995 Began Playing with a Country Band at local and regional barsclubs. • 1995-2000 High school Marching, Concert, and Jazz Band, Show Choir Percussionist, Section Leader, as well as several local plays, and garage bands. • 2000-2004 UNA MarchingConcert Band, Began gigging out of the Muscle Shoals area with different musical groups. • 2005 Performed with various artists as a free-lance musician. • 2006-2012 Moved to the TuscaloosaBirmingham area and began playing and recording with numerous groups. Taught Band Camps/Drum Camps Youth beginner group lesson’s with the Alabama Blues Project and Private lessons ranging from beginner’s to intermediate and advanced students. 2012 Judge at Guitar Center's Drum-Off Compitition in Austin, TX. • I have studied under professionals such as Zoro, Chester Thompson, Jonny Rabb, Chris Frier, Rodger Hawkins, Gary Asher, Mike Dillon, William F. Ludwig III, David Waters, Tom Sr., Leif Bondarenko, and many more. Will continue to study as long as I am able to. • 2007-2012 Worked for Pink Box Productions as a Runner, Backstage Manager, Artist Relations, Backline Assistant, Musician, Drum Tech, Merch Table, Ticket Taker, Money Management, and Head Security Officer. • 2006-2011 Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Studies with a Minor in Music Performance followed by a Master’s Degree in Music Education. Other Experience: I have been able to be a part of Honor Bands such as Shoals area Honor Band, UNA Honor Band, Performed at PASIC Alabama Day of Percussion, Attended several PASIC International Conventions, Competed in state competitions, Performed live with many great artists, as well as hired as a studio musician in Muscle Shoals, Nashville, Birmingham, New Orleans. Formal Education: I have a Master's Degree in Music. Private Education: I have taken private lessons with Zoro, Chester Thompson, Jonny Rabb, Chris Frier, Rodger Hawkins, Gary Asher, Mike Dillon, William F. Ludwig III, David Waters, Tom Risher Sr., Leif Bondarenko, and many more. I will continue to study as long as I am able to. Performing Experience: I have been performing since the age of 13. Experience Teaching: I began teaching when I was in high school and haven't looked back. I still have the same passion for learning and teaching as I did when I began my carrier.

Years of Experience: 17 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Orchestral Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: I am a 23 yr old marketing student at Texas State University. I live in Austin and play music any chance I get. I have 17 yrs experience playing drums and over 10 yrs experience playing guitar. I have been teaching for over 1 year now. I love meeting new people and love teaching kids! Performing Experience: I have over 10 years experience playing live. Experience Teaching: I have been teaching for over 1 year.

Years of Experience: 2 Location Options: In Home Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Country Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: I'm 24 and I have a crazy passion for drums and music. I've been playing for 15 years and there's not a moment I don't have a smile on my face when I'm thinking about drums. My background is pretty diverse, in that I've played piano my whole life, as well as different brass instruments when I was in Middle and High School. I love listening to country music, as well as rock, pop, blues, funk, and RB. I'm laid back and friendly. Private Education: I've taken private lessons as long as I've been playing drums. In El Paso, Byron Mutnick taught me about the importance of fundamentals, and Ricky Malachi helped me learn to play different styles of drums. The 5 years I lived in Tucson were greatly enhanced by the teaching of Eric Truelove, who, both at his home studio and at his school of drumming, worked with me to build up my endurance, power, and confidence; and the teaching of Mike Burris, who helped me develop my musical theory and technique. Performing Experience: In Tucson, I played all over 4th Ave. in an alt-country trio, the Wayward Saints, and also got a chance to record an EP with them. I played in a rock cover band, Defcon 5, which, among other things, gave me the opportunity to play for hundreds of members of The National Guard and their families. Since moving to Austin (recently), I've had a brief stint playing drums for country artist, Leland Williams, in large dance halls around the Austin region. Experience Teaching: On a small level, I've been teaching for about 2 years, sometimes at students' houses, sometimes at mine. I've had around 10 students total.

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Country, Acoustic Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Bass Guitar Lessons,Drum Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: My name is William. I'm 18 years old and I have been a musician for 10 years. I started playing guitar in a program called Natural Ear Music without the use of tablature or written sheet music, learning songs by ear and playing them in bands with kids my own age. Needless to say, I believe the key to growing as a musician is training and developing relative pitch. With guidance and motivation, I know that anybody can learn to play the songs that they want to play. With the skills I learned at Natural Ear Music, I picked up other instruments such as Bass Guitar, Drums, Keyboards, Harmonica, and Vocals. In High School I took two years of Music Theory and three years of Choral Music which extended my musical knowledge and taught me how to dissect compositions into basic parts. With everything I have learned in the last 10 years, I am confident in my skills to help kids learn and master their instrument of choice. Formal Education: I took two years of Music Theory and three years of Choral Music, Barbershop Quartet, and Show Choir in High School Private Education: I had minimal private lessons as a child, I was taught how to use my "natural ear" to play my guitar parts, as well as learning other kids' parts to match pitch. Performing Experience: I have been playing in and out of bands since I was 8 years old. Played at many Austin venues such as: Jovitas, Antone's, La Zona Rosa, Beerland, Stubb's, Red 7, The Mohawk, Alligator Grill, and many more. Experience Teaching: I gave my younger cousin guitar lessons for about a year or so. He had reached the point to where he was able to learn and play his own songs, and no longer needed my guidance. I have also brought friends over that know little to none about music, and have taught them drum or guitar parts well enough so that I was able to jam with them.

Years of Experience: 15+ Location Options: In Studio, In Home Travel Radius: 20 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons Overview: Hello, my name is Earl and I am a 31 year old drummer from South Florida. I have gigged all over from Florida to New York to Texas and enjoy playing shows on the road as well as instructing. I have 20+ years experience including marching drum line and symphonic percussion. Timing, Rhythm, Consistency, Dynamics, and Technique are just a few of the fundamentals that I stick to everyday to be a great drummer. I believe that anyone can learn any instrument if they want to, but it is passion and dedication that will drive you to greatness. Formal Education: Years of symphonic experience from classical to big band. Performing Experience: I have played hundreds of venues in several states. Experience Teaching: Mostly private instruction, can teach one individual or entire drumlines.