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Thanasi
- Rate €44
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€44/h
1st lesson free
- Drum
Experienced tutor in Drum in Los Angeles, Thanasi offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Drum
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Thanasi is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Thanasi
Hello friends! Please check out my drum lessons on youtube to get an idea of me and my studio and also my students' performance videos. I can say I use the easiest and most fun ways to help you play immediately. My background is versatile so I can cover most of music genres on the drum set and levels from beginner to college preparation and professional players.
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Credits: Disney, Marty Friedman(Megadeth), , nicotheowl, Warner Bros, aika (J-Pop Top 10), Ayaka Hirahara, Chris Christodoulou, Shahkar Bineshpajooh etc.
Education: Masters Degree - Jazz Performance BA - Jazz Studies Harmony of Music Diploma Counterponit Diploma
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Thanasi is an experienced drum instructor servicing the Los Angeles, CA area. His passion for teaching comes from his personal joy of playing, inspiring, and developing new generations of talents. Thanasi is a patient and fun teacher who can balance the excitement of playing an instrument with the discipline of learning. During the drum lessons, Thanasi focuses on musicality, musicianship, improvisation, creativity, groove, time, technique and style development. Once the necessary musical level is accomplished, Thanasi customizes a lesson plan to help you achieve your goals and success. His teaching technique is designed around actual performance, in which you will learn to develop a fun and creative practice routine.
Thanasi has been collaborating with award-winning producer Nicolas Farmakalidis of NeilaProductions Studios for various recording projects with aika (J-pop top 10), Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Ayaka Hirahara, Daniel Powter and more. Some projects include the recording with aika for the trailer of Warner Brothers’ movie “Ironclad” (Paul Giamatti, Brian Cox), and aika’s album “No Mo Games!" Collaborating with producer Aris Archontis at Archon Studios, he has recorded the soundtracks for hit Disney movies “Teen Beach Movie” (2013) and “Teen Beach Movie 2” (2015).
Thanasi studied at Columbia College in Chicago with many prominent drum instructors and educators such as Frank Donaldson (Bill Withers), Dana Hall (Ray Charles), and Tom Hipskind (Kick The Cat). Later, he graduated with a specialization in Jazz studies. Furthermore, he received a Masters Degree in Jazz Performance at N.I.U. having studied with recognized drummer Rodrigo Villanueva (Eddie Gomez Trio).
Thanasi has performed with artists such as aika (J-pop top 10), Alexia (Chick Corea, 25 gold and platinum albums), Laura Rizzotto, Shahkar Bineshpajooh and has shared the stage with artists such as Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan. Some other projects include the recordings of Ayaka Hirahara’s single “Boy I Wish You Were Here,” Laura Rizzotto’s single “Love It” for The World Cup 2014 in Brazil and Hiroaki Tagawa's single "Sky" for the 2021 Olympics in Japan.
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Instagram: @drumlessonslosangeles
I enjoy watching my students improve every time we meet while having fun! Every student is unique with their own music taste and music style and this makes teaching interesting to me!
After years of performing live and at the studio, I finally wanted to share my knowledge and passion for music with others. I love being a versatile musician playing different types of music, and meeting different types of students makes teaching also interesting and exciting for me!
Masters Degree - Jazz Performance
BA - Jazz Studies
Harmony of Music Diploma
Counterponit Diploma
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
At first we discuss about the student's musical preferences and goals. Then we meet for a first lesson to see how it feels and after that we choose how often we will be meeting. Even before our first lesson, students can call, so we can discuss details about our lessons.
I have worked with students from 7 years old to adults in their 50s. I have taught many beginners who have never drummed before, from children to adults. Also, more advanced students who wanted to improve or even prepare to study at a music College.
It would be good to check if the teacher has a lot of actual performing experience, teaching experience and music education. Also, find someone who loves to teach. Usually you can feel that after a short conversation.
My students always make me proud. My student Cameron does not own any drum set but just a drum pad. You can see him on our Youtube page performing a Weezer Drum cover. He only has a one piece drum pad at home and practices 10 minutes daily.
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Perfect! I wish I could give him 10 stars!
Thanasi is an incredible drummer and an incredible instructor.
He took a complete noob like myself and just in a few lessons he transformed me. He has the perfect combination of giving me the right amount of exercises and then teaching me to play the songs that I like to play. The feeling is truly amazing. When you manage to play one of your favorite songs on the drums, when you get to feel that you are a part of the band.
I know for a fact that I am not going anywhere. I will continue to receive lessons from Thanasi and I will keep recommending him to all of my friends and people I meet. This review is the least I can do for him.
If you want to learn drums the proper way, but at the same time have the time of your life, message Thanasi and I promise you he will open new horizons for you. The amounts of euphoria are incredible!!!Perfect! I really enjoyed my drum lessons with Thanasi from day one. He is very friendly and he won't waste a minute while making our lessons fun! I have done only a few lessons and I just performed my first song! I am really happy and definitely recommend Thanasi if you are looking for an experienced drum teacher in Los Angeles!
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I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my experience learning from Thanasi so far! He’s made the whole process so enjoyable, easy to follow and fun. I find myself forever looking forward to my next session and I’m excited to further my drumming journey. The practice space is decorated so well and you really get a huge sense of musical passion from Thanasi which is great energy to be around. Great lessons by an awesome drum teacher in Los Angeles!
Look no further than Thanasi!My 8 years old son and I decided to start taking Drum Lessons while living in Los Angeles so we can spend time together and do something fun. I never imagined that a Drum Instructor like Thanasi would get us hooked to drums by making it so easy to practice and learn. Thanasi took us from A to Z in no time.
I always enjoy my lessons with Thanasi! He is such a great guy and his methods are really easy! I have been looking for drum lessons in Los Angeles for a while, but now I am done searching! I highly recomend Thanasi for any beginner or advanced drummer!
I was nervous to get behind a set again and start drum lessons after a few years off, but Thanasi makes you feel comfortable right off the bat. Incredibly passionate about what he does and always a source of encouragement, he’s the best drum teacher you could ask for. Can’t wait for my next lesson!
I take my daughter to Thanasi for drum lessons and I use Thanasi for my recording sessions in Los Angeles. Honest, reliable , talented, he really knows what he is talking about and I trust him to teach my kids drums.
It is always fun to take drum lessons from Thanasi! He uses really easy teaching methods and he is versatile in all music styles, so in a few months besides Rock i learned some cool Brazilian beats and also Jazz styles. I think Thanasi is the drum teacher for any type of student in Los Angeles!
Not only are you getting an S-tier music learning experience, but you're also getting to watch an experienced and extremely talented musician work his magic on the drums. Thanasi is a genuine and great teacher, and for me, a friend. He taught me from age 12, all the way until I left for college at 18. I can't recommend him enough. If you get the chance, get this man! You'll become a competent musician and make a great pal.
With just a 10 minute daily practice routine, i performed my first song very soon. Thanasi is a really versatile drummer and a great drum teacher! Our lessons are always fun and I always feel I have learned something new. I highly recommend Thanasi for any beginner or advanced drum student!
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I'm so happy I found Thanasi for my drum lessons. I am new to drumming and Thanasi is a very warm and friendly teacher who is an extremely talented and highly educated percussionist his own right. He is very responsive and always finds space for you to get a lesson, even though he is busy. He is able to gauge your level very quickly and plans lessons accordingly. He knows such much about music and instruments (since he is a professional musician and studied music to Masters level) and it's really interesting to learn about the instrument itself, as well as some theory and of course the practical component. I never want to leave after my lesson is finished! My lessons are really a treat for me and something I look forward to every week!
Thanasi is awesome!... on time, professional, fun and engaging. I've watched my boys progress and have fun doing it over the last 12 months. Super thrilled to have found him for drum lessons in los AngelesI’ve been with this awesome guy for about 4 years. Since I was 10, this awesome dude has been by my side teaching me everything there is to know about drums. I now think I’m greatly skilled in art of drumming, and I still want to learn. He gives an awesome variety of drum lessons with teachings in Rock, Bosa Nova, and Jazz.(My personal Favorite.) Thanasi is awesome and if you’re thinking about playing drums, talk to this guy. You won’t regret it.
Thanks man, :)It's been an amazing experience learning from Thanasi. I'm an experienced drummer but he's helped me to solidify my technique even more. He's also very easy to work with and increadible drum teacher. I will continue with him as long as possible!
It all started a few years ago. I knew I wanted to play drums, but I had no idea where to look for drum lessons in Los Angeles and just stuck to air drumming. But all that changed after my first lesson with Thanasi. These past few years have produced some of the best memories I've had here. Thanasi has been a family friend ever since my first lesson and even gifted me with a drum set for my 16th birthday! If this lengthy review isn't enough of and indicator, THE SEARCH IS OVER. THANASI IS THE MANNNNNN!!!!
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- 5 h: €220
- 10 h: €440
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