Writing Classes in Largo, FL

Years of Experience: 20 Years Experience Teach Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 25 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, RB, Gospel, Pop Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Vocal Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Lee Drums,Percussion Songwriting Teacher Coach My wife and I just moved down to St Petersburg Fla January 7th Before That: For The Last 3 Years I Have Been Teaching At The Long Island Drum Center In Nyack NY-Here Is My Letter Of Reference From That Drum School: Leehas been working at The Long Island Drum Center located in Nyack NY consecutively, for 3 years come this December 2022. He is a gifted teacher that our students have stuck with and prospered greatly with over the years.His way with children ( Some as young as 4 years old ) Is remarkable. He always seems to find a way to keep them focused and happy at the same time. He also has experience with children and adults on the spectrum. He has some special training that he is able to incorporate when needed or when students have major problems concentrating. He is also great with our adult students. Some have gone on to form their own bands and also play professionally. He can teach the most challenged and the accomplished alike. Lee is also a talented singer songwriter/ Band leader as well.He also teaches hand percussion and is quite accomplished in that realm as well. ( I should know because we have played together on numerous gigs ) I can not recommend him more highly. I am sorry to see him go and so are many of our students. But, we wish him the best wherever he goes-I just sincerely hope he doesn’t stop teaching and playing. Call me at The Drum Center anytime to confirm this reference anytime. Sincerely, Frank Colonato, Owner And Manager The Long Island Drum Center 81 Main St Nyack NY 1 While living in Czech Republic from 1995=1999 I taught drum set privately and percussion for a full school year at : The International School Of Prague-Ackerman Music About 4 years ago, I Taught At School Of Rock In Westwood NJ-As a sub-And got to know some of S.O.R.’s Structures Of Teaching-Though I felt that school may have been mis-managed. I’ve had quite a few private students over the years on both Dum Set Hand Percussion-Hand percussion ; such as African Traditional Djembe Drum With Traditional Rhythms. Congas, Cajon, Bongos and more. teaching Afro-Carribean rhythms and western popular rhythms as well I have been playing and writing original music since I was about 15.yrs old. I am now 45 and have performed all over the America, France, Brazil, Holland, Czech Republic,Slovakia. England, And Germany. I have played on over 15 records and put out an EP of my own music now available to stream on iTunes, Spotify, and other streaming platforms as: Mr Lee And Diversity which also features members of Snarky Puppy. I have special needs training for kids and adults and, have worked and trained in The Sunrise Program For those on the spectrum I am a big promoter of the healing sides of music through working with meditation classes and performing sound-bath or what I call Sacred Percussion-Where I use Tibetan bowls, chrystal bowls, Gongs, and drums that help facilitate healing. I also have been known to contribute as volunteer with some of those modalities. ***Most importantly, I love to teach, and find working with young people extremely rewarding though some times challenging :)) I Love to share the excitement of drumming, songwriting and the magic of music in general to as many people I can*** I also believe music can help young peoples minds and social skills develop tremendously and believe in self expression through other mediums such as dance, film, and all the arts to be just as important-though music is my favorite way to share that passion and connection. I teach Rock, Fusion, Funk, World, Reggae, Jazz, Afro Caribbean, Metal, Trip Hop, Hip Hop, Break Beat, Dance + I have played percussion for African Dance Classes as well as for Alvin Alley Dancers. Some Of The Artists I have Played and/or Recorded with : Bob Lanzetti-Of: Snarky Puppy Gary Lucas,(Jeff Buckley's-Grace Album Gods And Monsters ) David Johansen ( NY Dolls/Buster Poindexter ) Princess Superstar (Rap/Hip Hop)( Album: Princess Superstar Is-track-“You get mad at Napster” ) Gogol Bordello (Punk-Polka) Amayo-Of Antibalas The Amayo Group ( Afro-Beat ) I was with Amayo’s Fu-Arkistra Brent King ( Rock Singer/Songwriter Nashville) Katie Elevitch (Singer/Songwriter/Meditation music composer ) Jonathon Maron (Funk Jazz of: Groove Collective) Riley McMahon :(Spottiswood) my producer on numerous projects Peter Apfelbaum of Peter Apfelbaum The Hirigliphics (Reeds )Jazz /Experimental Back in Rockland CountyI recorded with Annette Genovese on her Album : "Dream With Me" Part time member of : Samba New York! (One of the tri state areas most established Brazilian baterias and dance troupes.) A Few Reviews * Alanna Holbach ?Awesome drum teacher and very talented drummer. Lee is great with my 9 year old. He always gives so much of himself in each lesson and you can feel how much he cares about his students progress. I would highly recommend him as a teacher. ?Fri Jan 17 2020 ? * Bernie Garzia ?Lee is patient, knowledgeable and crazy talented. He enthusiastically shares that knowledge and his experience... while never losing focus the student’s needs ?Sat Jan 18 2020 ? * Lauren B. ?He works on music my son enjoys and knows how to work well with young children! ?Tue Jan 21 2020 ? * Glenn Cotler ?"Lee's Got The Beat"! I taught myself how to play a drum set when I was a teenager back in the 70's. I learned how to play to Classic Rock. I really hadn't played in about 28 years. My wife asked me if I wanted to take drum lessons. I thought why not. I really never learned the rudiments and how to keep time. Four lessons later with Leeand I feel like I'm getting my chops back! Hopefully I had some chops to get back. Lee has a very structured approach but at the same time it is laid back and fun. When a lesson ends I always walk away feeling like I got it. Older or younger new to drumming or not, Lee is the man!-Glenn Cotler ?Thu Dec 03 2020 ? * Deborah Zlochower ?Lee is patient, energetic and really encouraging ?Wed Dec 15 2021 ? Lee -Mr Lee And Diversity Drum Set/Percussion,Songs/Vocals Lessons As Of January 5th- St Petersburg FLA For Lessons and Gigs Contact- Formal Education: Bachelors Of Music Percussion Major Rockland College Of NY Private Education: Studied with Kim Plainfield at the Drummers Collective in NYC, Took Private Lessons from Gregg Bendien of The Mahavishnu Project And Other Greats Performing Experience: I have been performing all over the U.S. and Europe For over 25 Years Touring Recording with many wonderful artists. I have performed on numerous TV shows and have my personal music played on NYC radio WFUV-90.7 FM Some Of The Artists I have Played and/or Recorded with : Bob Lanzetti-Of: Snarky Puppy Gary Lucas,(Jeff Buckley's-Grace Album Gods And Monsters ) David Johansen ( NY Dolls/Buster Poindexter ) Princess Superstar (Rap/Hip Hop)( Album: Princess Superstar Is-track-ldquo;You get mad at Napsterrdquo; ) Gogol Bordello (Punk-Polka) Amayo-Of Antibalas The Amayo Group ( Afro-Beat ) I was with Amayorsquo;s Fu-Arkistra Brent King ( Rock Singer/Songwriter Nashville) Katie Elevitch (Singer/Songwriter/Meditation music composer ) Jonathon Maron (Funk Jazz of: Groove Collective) Riley McMahon :(Spottiswood) my producer on numerous projects Peter Apfelbaum of Peter Apfelbaum The Hirigliphics (Reeds )Jazz /Experimental Back in Rockland CountyI recorded with Annette Genovese on her Album : "Dream With Me" Part time member of : Samba New York! (One of the tri state areas most established Brazilian baterias and dance troupes.) Experience Teaching: Have taught In The US And Abroad For Over 20 Years -Education- Degree: Bachelors Of Music Percussion Major School: Rockland College Of NY -Awards- Name:Prince Of Drums Institution:Samba New York ! ( School Of Drums ) Awarded:2020-03

Years of Experience: 26 Location Options: In Studio, In Webcam Travel Radius: 5 Genres: Rock, Blues, Acoustic, RB, Pop, Metal, Funk, Reggae Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult Instruments Taught: Guitar Lessons,Song Writing Lessons Overview: Originally from New Orleans, LA, I began playing guitar at age 7 and by 10 was performing in neighborhood garage bands. At age 12, I began private instruction with Atlantic Recording artist Randy Jackson of the band “Zebra”. From there, I taught local children in my mother’s living room. Initially, I had two students and within 3 months had 10-20. In 1987, my band “Fahrenheit” opened and toured with such bands as Zebra, Quiet Riot, Ratt, Cheap Trick, Heart, and Boston. Fahrenheit was a top drawing regional act and was signed with Atlantic records for a short time. Fahrenheit played hundreds of shows across the country before disbanding in 1991. In 1991, I was accepted to MIT and graduated a year later. After which, I was asked to continue as an instructor for MIT in their “Summer Session” program and did so for three years. These classes consisted of upwards of 20-40 students. While at MIT, I was fortunate to learn from and play with such great artists as Eddie Van Halen, Vernon Reid, Alan Holdsworth, Prince, Paul Gilbert, George Lynch, Neal Schon, Steve Lukather, Jimmy Page, Steve Morse and Nile Rogers among others. While in LA I also worked on numerous studio projects. In 1994, I began giving private lessons from my home in New Orleans and within a few weeks accumulated more students than I thought I could properly teach. So to ensure quality instruction, I limited myself to 30 students. Some of my students have gone on to tour with bands such as Lillian Axe, Quiet Riot, Don Dokken and Bullet Boys. 2004 - I was chosen by Guitar Player magazine to record six songs on a Van Halen tribute CD released by Metal Blade records. I have designed my own instruction program. I begin with the basic guitar fundamentals and depending on the student’s ability we can eventually move onto advanced theory, concepts and technique. My preference is to teach beginner to intermediate students “rock” guitar ( Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, Jimmy Page, Steve Vai, etc). It’s my preferred music style and I’ve found that most beginning students enjoy learning it. I keep my lessons fun, interesting and flexible to the individual wants and desires of the student. However, I do stress accountability and commitment. Presently I perform 2-33 times a week, both acoustic and full electric with my band, "Luna Blue. This will give my students the opportunity to watch me perform live and know that “I practice what I preach”. I love performing and teaching music. There is nothing more gratifying than to watch a beginner student progress to become a more serious, knowledgeable “musician”. Formal Education: Music Degree, Louisiana State University, 1987Graduate of Musicians Institute of Technology, 1992GIT Instructor-1 Private Education: I studies with a private tutor for over ten years Performing Experience: I have over 20 years of touring and live experience. Experience Teaching: Private instruction since 1985 on and off. Formal instruction-Guitarist Institute of Tech. Hollywood Ca -Education- Degree: BA Music School: Louisiana State Univ (Geaux Tigers!)