Chris Prescott
Hello! I am longtime Encinitas resident and have enjoyed teaching music since 1991. The approach I take with teaching varies quite a bit since I try to tailor each lesson to the students’ needs and interests. Topics covered during lessons range from traditional rudiments and reading to popular song transcriptions as well as song structure and performing tips. As a multi-instrumentalist I have a unique perspective on drumming to support the music and ways to interact with your fellow band members.
My involvement with music began at age 5 finally picking up the drums and guitar in 1982. After years of playing in bands and touring, I decided to learn more about the academics of music. I completed my degree in music from UCSD with academic distinction and college honors, graduating Summa Cum Laude. My studies there included classical percussion, marimba and an emphasis on jazz theory and performance. Additionally I have had the honor of studying with world renown percussionists Steve Schick, Peter Erskine, Willie Jones III, Jeff Hamilton and Gerry Hemmingway.
In addition to my formal academic background I have been an active touring musician over the past 25 years. My concert tours have taken me all over the globe to far away places such as Russia, Japan, Europe, Australia and all over North America. I have performed on over 60 recordings and have made several TV appearances with my music groups. Some bands I’ve toured with include Pinback, Rocket from the Crypt, No Knife and others. In 2010 I published my first book on drumming entitled Creative Construction and from this launched a career of writing for Modern Drummer Magazine.
Please Email me if you have any questions about my teaching or credentials. References are available on request. I am currently teaching at AMX in Encinitas. For appointments please call (760) 688-6802 or email me at cp@chrisprescott.com. Thanks! I look forward to hearing from you.
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Simple, straightforward pricing.
Lessons start at $45 per half hour and vary by teacher. Payment is collected monthly to reserve your weekly time slot.
Our teachers are professional musicians — this is how they earn a living. We appreciate you paying on time.
$45
and up
- Payment for the full month is due before the first of each month to reserve your weekly time slot.
- If a scheduled lesson is missed, a makeup must be scheduled within 30 days of payment.
- If a makeup is offered but the student cannot attend, it is considered forfeited.
- Teachers will work with you on makeups for vacations or illness.
- All teachers can use Zoom for online lessons when in-person does not work.
- Individual teachers may have their own policies and flexibility.
Per half hour · varies by teacher
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