Drum & Percussion Lessons
Michael Brandt
Drums
Available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Michael Brandt has been playing and teaching drums professionally since 2005. He is a California native but been working out of Nashville for the past eight years. Michael earned his degree in Percussion Performance and Music Business from the Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles. Over the last decade Michael has toured extensively the country with multiple bands and artists ranging in genre from country to pop to progressive metal.
He has also been active in the Nashville recording studio community and currently operates his own home studio for a wide range of artists. Michael has a passion for music and drumming which comes through in his approach to education. Michael is skilled in content creation, sight reading and charting music, and music composition. He is well versed in drum notation/transcription for the working musician and has a fundamental understanding of what it means to be a working musician.
With the knowledge and skills Michael has acquired over the last two decades, he hopes to empower and inspire his students on their own musical journeys.
John Honea
Drums
Available Monday and Friday
John Honea is a seasoned multi-instrumentalist with 27 years of drumming experience. He took lessons right here in Dublin and developed a deep connection to the community.
John specializes in jazz and rock styles, as well as marching snare. In his lessons, he emphasizes timing, drumming fundamentals, and helping students prepare for school-related music programs. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate drummer, taking lessons with John would ensure a strong foundation and confidence.
John served in the Marine Corps and has also performed with multiple bands in the Bay Area. In his spare time, John coaches lacrosse at local schools, spends time with his cats, and watches movies.
Please visit the main Lessons Information Page to learn more about our amazing lesson program.
If you have any questions please call our store at 925-828-5267 or e-mail lessons@jamsmusicdublin.com.
We look forward to working with you and helping you with any of your musical needs!