¡Hola! Mi nombre es Demian y soy baterista y percusionista profesional aquí en Los Ángeles. Enseño batería, percusión manual (congas, cajón, bongos, etc), handpan y también bajo y guitarra para princi

I've had a lot of drum tutors in my time, but no doubt, Demian is the best. He takes time out to understand who you are as a person, then he assesses how you need to be taught, then he works to grow you as a drummer. This is not a cookie cutter approach.

He doesn't just teach you the sticking fundamentals, he gives you the philosophy of the discipline so you understand why you are learning the things he's teaching.

It's also incredible to spend time with someone who continues to work at the very highest level in music. You're getting insider tips that influence the sounds of songs I hear in the charts.

I highly recommend working with him, he's a total superstar and an incredible human.

Not only is Demian an accomplished & talented professional musician, he is a wonderful teacher & human. Demian is passionate about music & creative in his approach. He brings joy and excitement to his lessons. I’ve enjoyed my time working with Demian & would highly encourage anyone looking for musical instruction to consider doing the same!

Demian will bring a lot of joy to your life as he’s an incredible person, tutor and mentor at the same time. His skill set and professional experience on tour are on another level, and will enable him to elavate your potential. Definitely check out his Twitch channel & his music mentor podcast on SoundCloud when evaluating!

As a student of Demian’s for nearly ten years, I cannot speak highly enough of him as a teacher, mentor, and role model.

Not only does Demian know virtually everything about drumming — from technique to style to history — but he has the ability to explain it to anyone, from a five-year-old kid to a grown adult. I’ve taken lessons from Demian in both individual and group settings, and have seen firsthand his ability to cater to the needs of each individual student. He understands that everyone has different learning styles, and is able to teach his students in the manner that most appeals to them.

When I was Demian’s student, he helped me come out of my shell and take chances. I was always a bit shy and nervous when I was a kid, but Demian encouraged me to try new songs and new musical styles. Especially as a girl playing an instrument that is dominated by boys, Demian always made me feel comfortable and safe. As I got older, he supported me in taking my passion for music beyond the instrument to start working on the business side of the industry. Demian somehow knew exactly how to push me and how hard he could — he never overstepped, but he never understepped either. It was exactly what I needed as a kid and as a young adult.

To this day, Demian still remains a role model for me. He taught me the power of taking risks, pursuing my passion, positive visualization, and how to cope with performance anxiety. Learning how to deal with performance anxiety manifested itself in so many other areas of my life. From the little areas of pressure as a child (projects, reports, homework, college applications) to those of an adult (job interviews, paying bills, handling difficult people), his lessons have helped carry me through.

So yes, Demian is an exceptional drum teacher. But for me he was far more than that, which is something that is rare to find in a coach and priceless when you do. Taking lessons from Demian was an amazing decision for me not just as a drummer, but as a person too.

Demian is not your usual drum teacher, he is a well seasoned touring musician that will go above and beyond to make sure you learn not only how to play the instrument, but also how to become one with it. You will not only get personalized technique and theory lessons, but along the way you will learn about all the other aspects that will help you to be an integral musician with all the tips and tricks of the industry. Can’t recommend Demian enough!

Leaving a music lesson, feeling like you’ve exceeded expectations of your own ability, is a frequent outcome of working with Demian. Lessons with Demian gives you confidence, good communication, and above all a mutual understanding. It is apparent to students Demian cares about your understanding and will work with you to achieve that understanding before moving on to another lesson. He is a thorough, detailed, opinionated musician, while staying open, casual, and composed. There is a lot to learn from Demian. This could be due to his life and his experiences, or sometimes specifically due to his many artistic passions just the same. We could all use some of his knowledge. It is an incredible opportunity he’s made for others by sharing

Demian was my drum teacher for several years as a teenager. Not only is Demian a fantastic drummer and teacher, but he's also an extremely thoughtful and upstanding person who cares deeply about his craft and his students. Many of the most impactful lessons I learned with Demian had less to do with drumming than they did about what it means to be a good musician, teammate, and person. Despite this, he is not preachy, he's easy to talk to, and he's always been flexible to adapt to whatever I wanted to learn about - all while crafting a lesson plan that would honor my interests while expanding my skillset. Cannot recommend enough.

I’ve never had a teacher that cares more about his students than Demian. Not only musically but personally as well. I owe so much of my success to this man. Would recommend to anyone.

Absolutely. He was always there if I needed someone to talk to. He made teaching so much fun. He was very good at discussing parts that would always confuse me. He always gave me words of encouragement which totally boosted confidence not only as musician but as a person

Demian changed my career as a professional drummer to the point of realizing some of my dreams. His preparation and his attention to the student make him an excellent teacher. Always kind and helpful, he has also led me to be a better person. I will never stop saying "thank you" for what he did and what he does for me. I recommend it both for those who are professional musicians and for those who are starting to play, surely you will get lessons of the highest level in both cases.

Demian was the first teacher and mentor to ever believe in me completely. He has a way of explaining and saying things that give me the courage and motivation to do what I want to do. He has been a great guide and figure for my music. I’m so grateful to him for everything he has done. You will mostly likely never cross a teacher like this again. Thank you Demian ️

Demian has been teaching our son the drums for two years now. Our boy went from being a kid who only wanted to play video games or watch TV to a passionate musician — and we give Demian all the credit. He’s patient, kind, and brilliant at transferring his love of music to his students. Could not recommend him more highly.

Demian is one of the best teachers i’ve ever met. his patience and determination to see his students succeed is unparalleled. he has been a key positive influence on my life having been my own drum teacher when i was a teenager. Demian has a unique talent for guidance with lots of industry experience and perspective to share for drummers and musicians of any level.

I met Demian through his performances with amazing musicians and decided to reach out. He helped me discover how far I could take my drumming. He is very patient and encouraging, and his meticulous attention is incredible. I have so much fun with every lesson; I always look forward to the next. Demian, besides being an accomplished musician, is a wonderful human being. I highly encourage anyone looking for drum lessons to reach out to him.