Update:  Recently, some of Seth's students took 1st at the regional H.S. solo/ensemble contest.  They get to move on and compete at state.           Congrats guys!

Mallets: Matt Deluca (2nd place at state!)

Snare Drum: Joey Tom

 

Seth's Teaching Philosophy

Coming from an education and fulltime career mainly comprised of musical diversity, I recognize the importance of all genres.  I feel that there is much to learn and appreciate from all styles of music.  To discover an infinite amount of ways to express oneself, I also urge students to expand their musical vocabulary through the study of music theory, ear training, music appreciation and composing.  I have had past students move on to conservatories for further study and I've also had students hit the road with their local rock band.  I feel that there is never one teaching formula for all students.  Everyone has separate ambitions and goals and ways of obtaining them.  With lessons, I provide current real world experiences that have a strong percussion education backing.  Whether you're attempting Dave Hollinden's "Cold Pressed" or ACDC's "Back in Black," I will help you reach your musical goals.   

Lesson Locations

• Pine Lake Middle School (reserved for Issaquah school district students)
• Maywood Middle School (reserved for Issaquah school district students)
• West Seattle studio (on Alki Beach)

Details

I offer lessons for the following:  Drum set (all styles), hand drums (Congas, Djembe, Bongos), classical percussion (mallets, timpani, aux. percussion, etc.), rudimental snare drum, music theory, songwriting, music appreciation.

All abilities and ages are welcome.