Tyrone D. TakeLessons Instructor Drums, Recording, Production, Mastering, Logic Audio, Pro Tools, Beat Production, Studio Vocal... Edison way, Fremont, CA

I love teaching and performing music.

I have been teaching and performing professionally for more than 20 years. Giving lessons while being a student of this Great art form, I went on to perfecting  my gift and gaining  more knowledge in order to be a more successful music teacher.

 I have an extensive background in music ranging from performing on tours with world renowned bands, To recording in the studio. What a great way to learn in this musical theater.

I have gained extensive real work experience on drums playing R&B, rock, hip-hop, Latin, and jazz.  My students enjoy my lessons while learning more about this great art form of creating music.

Professional Drummer Played on numerous tours most notable Mc Hammer’s 90-92 World Tour.    

Many years of experience performing on keyboards, electric guitar, drums and vocals. In addition, a Songwriter and Producer for various artists signed to Hammer’s Label Capital  Records.

Some of the many highlights of my career as a Professional Drummer:

1991 Playing four soldout night’s at the Tokyo Dome in Japan  Mc Hammer World Tour 

1992 Saturday Night Live

1990 Oprah Winfrey show

1990 Arsenio Hall show

1990 Grammy’s

1990 American Music Awards

1990  MTV Awards

1991 Billboard Awards  

1991 Juno Awards

1991 James Brown Tribute show

1990 Soul Train Music Awards

1989 Club Nouveau World tour

1987 Stephanie Mills tour

Believe me when I tell you, "You’ll be studying with one of the most well rounded experienced drum teachers out there." I promise you a great fun and creative time learning and getting you to your goals in the most fun creative and effective way.

Specialties in  R & B, Rock Hip hop, Jazz, Fusion, Latin ,Reggae, Drums

I use various effective techniques in which the student builds strength, agility and lasting musicianship skills.

You can choose some of these areas or learn them all:

*Musicianship

*Showmanship

*Strength Building Exercises (endurance).

In short, I give tools and the knowledge to use them in order to create music, you will get the real thing when you become my student.

My students not only learn how to play drums, but also the confidence and presence that comes from being a true performer. My students are encouraged to have fun and choose styles that show their personality.

Hip Hop, Soul Music, RnB, Funk, Heavy Metal, Electronica, Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Gospel, Salsa

Drums, Recording, Production, Mastering, Logic Audio, Pro Tools, Beat Production, Studio Vocal Recording Technique