Programs offered by Level
Lessons are designed to meet each student at their individual level, from complete beginners to advanced young musicians. Instruction is personalized to each student’s age, experience, and learning pace, creating a supportive and motivating environment for musical growth.
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Basic percussion technique
Introduction to rhythm and basic percussion technique
Musical games and coordination exercises
Introduction to rhythm and basic percussion technique
Musical games and coordination exercises
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Development of core musical skills
Rhythm reading and basic solfège
Singing and body percussion
Developing listening skills and musical curiosity
Rhythm reading and basic solfège
Singing and body percussion
Developing listening skills and musical curiosity
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Percussion technique development
Technique development on percussion instruments
Rhythm reading and rhythmic solfège
Ensemble skills and coordination
Technique development on percussion instruments
Rhythm reading and rhythmic solfège
Ensemble skills and coordination
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Music theory, composition, and advanced musical skills
Introduction to music theory
Basic composition and creative exercises
Advanced musical skills
Introduction to music theory
Basic composition and creative exercises
Advanced musical skills
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Preparation for Youth Orchestras, and Competitions
Advanced percussion technique and repertoire
Orchestral excerpts
Performance preparation
Advanced percussion technique and repertoire
Orchestral excerpts
Performance preparation
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Musicianship and Musical Understanding
Music theory and score reading
Composition projects and musical analysis
Ear training, rhythmic solfège, and musical expression
Music theory and score reading
Composition projects and musical analysis
Ear training, rhythmic solfège, and musical expression
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Meet your instructor
Diego Montes is a Venezuelan percussionist and teacher who loves helping students discover music through rhythm and creativity. As an active professional performer and Principal Percussionist of the LaGrange Symphony Orchestra, Diego brings real performance experience into the classroom in a fun and encouraging way. His teaching focuses on building strong fundamentals, confidence, and a love for music, helping young students grow both as musicians and as individuals.
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For any payment-related questions or concerns, please contact the instructor directly using the information provided in the Contact section of this website.
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Lessons may be offered in person or online, depending on the student’s location, schedule, and individual needs. Instruction can be adapted to accommodate the student’s facilities and learning environment.
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Lesson rates are determined at the discretion of the instructor and may vary depending on the student’s level, goals, and individual instructional needs.
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Yes. All lesson materials are designed and composed by the instructor to ensure personalized instruction tailored to each student’s specific needs and level.