Teaching & Coaching
Music lessons for experienced musiciansÂ
In-person or online
Are you a jazz, pop, funk, classical or rock musician, but you find bossanova, samba, African, salsa, chachacha and other Latin rhythms a challenge? Do you need some help understanding âclaveâ and the most important patterns in (Afro) Cuban music, to optimally integrate it into your music performance and teaching work?
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Workshops
In-person or online
Juan Carlosâ interactive style, supporting as well as challenging all participants (whether pro- or entry-level) ensures a true uplift of everyoneâs ability and enthusiasm for creating music together. His ability to work with people from different language and cultural backgrounds was developed, facilitating workshops across Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe, the Americas and Australia.
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Batadrums for percussionists
In-person or online
Are you ready for your first Batadrum lesson? Batadrums are the main ingredients of the Afro-Cuban music. Lessons can be taken online, on-site at your location, or in Juan Carlosâ studio in Caves Beach (NSW, Australia). They are complimented by some fabulous recorded materials. Check out the preview...
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Juan Carlos has assisted people on the Autism Spectrum and those with ADHD and Aspergerâs through his âDrumming For Lifeâ (âTambores Por La Vidaâ) programme, which taps into the unique abilities of his clients. The programme includes personalised coaching paired with pre-recorded video-classes that explain 26 rhythms, using a range of percussion instruments, over a 52-week period. The personalised classes can be taken on-line or in Juan Carlosâ studio in Caves Beach (NSW, Australia).
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Percussion lessons for kids
In-person or online
Is your child having trouble staying interested in music and committed to making solid progress? Juan Carlosâ one-on-one teaching experience spans the globe and includes kids of different age, language and experience. Lessons can be taken online, on-site at your location, or in Juan Carlosâ studio in Caves Beach (NSW, Australia).
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