Drum Lessons

Drum Instructor Bio

Miles Neiffer

Miles began playing the piano at age four. He took eight years of lessons in the "Suzuki" method which inspired him to play anything he could find. As a drummer for the past 14 years, Miles has played in a variety of groups from country to jazz and metal. Miles has experimented with many instruments including the violin, harmonica, accordian, and he has played the guitar for ten years. He is a student at the International Academy of Design and Technology in Tampa and currently plays in 2 bands. He keeps students motivated and inspired with lots of practical exercises and beats. He relates well to youth because he is youthful and hip to the current music "scene". Miles has a busy schedule, so if there's an open time available, book it! See video.

Victor Pons

Victor is a percussionist who also plays the drums. He teaches percussion/drumline at Bloomingdale High School since 2006. A young and well rounded musician, Victor connects well with his students by being current in the new styles while having been schooled in the classic techniques. He has a strong background in many styles of drum set (also tour, and recording experience), marimba, and marching percussion. Victor has a limited schedule availability, if you can find a lesson time open, book it!

Mark Gault

Mark attended Prince Georges College for an AA degree from Prince Georges College, is a member of the Maryland Teacher's Association of Greater Calvert and has more than 20 years experience as a professional drummer, including live performances and studio sessions with some of the most talented, popular acts in the Washington/Baltimore area. He has performed and recorded as a drummer and vocalist for Second Chance, Dr. Move, Mike Numera and the Rhythm Handlers, The Assassins, TNL Christian Band, and No Trace, and has hosted Live Blues Jam with Acme Blues members nominated for a 2007 WAMI award. Mark was educated at Oxon Hill Music Center in Maryland and has taught for 6 years and given thousands of lessons to students of all ages at in MD and Florida, in styles including new rock, Classic Rock. alternative, blues, punk, country, jazz, and marching band snare. Mark teaches on a full drum drum set with CD and ipod listening. The latest technology for playing in time to a metronome is also used. Teaching students of all ages.