Dave
Consultant - Drums
Inner Adelaide Suburbs and Schools
Dave is a passionate Drummer who started playing in a Military Band at the age of nine and at twelve years old played Drums in High School Musical Production of the Jesus Christ Superstar.
Prior to Hallmark Music Studio, Dave lived in Sydney where he spent 6 years as a Drummer/Composer with Sydney band Born Lion (Four Four, Universal Music). The bands debut album being nominated for an ARIA Award for Best Hard/ Heavy Metal Album 2015. Dave has toured extensively sharing the stage with such bands as Metallica (USA), Royal Blood (UK), Yellowcard (USA), Mayday Parade (USA) and Karnivool.
Dave has an Advanced Certificate in Music from The Australian Institute of Music, where he was mentored by studio great Dave Plenty.
Dave’s teaching style is relaxed, fun and customised to each student abilities understanding that everyone learns differently.
Prior to Hallmark Music Studio, Dave lived in Sydney where he spent 6 years as a Drummer/Composer with Sydney band Born Lion (Four Four, Universal Music). The bands debut album being nominated for an ARIA Award for Best Hard/ Heavy Metal Album 2015. Dave has toured extensively sharing the stage with such bands as Metallica (USA), Royal Blood (UK), Yellowcard (USA), Mayday Parade (USA) and Karnivool.
Dave has an Advanced Certificate in Music from The Australian Institute of Music, where he was mentored by studio great Dave Plenty.
Dave’s teaching style is relaxed, fun and customised to each student abilities understanding that everyone learns differently.
Simon
Consultant - Drums
Inner Adelaide Suburbs and Schools
Simon has completed his Bachelor of Music Advanced (Jazz Performance) on drums at the University of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium. While at school he played in various ensembles such as Big Band, Marching Band, Concert Choir and more. During his studies at University he has broadened his knowledge and experience in genres such as jazz, contemporary and Latin music. This has given him wonderful opportunities to play in various bands and ensembles on drums as well as percussion.
He is a passionate musician and enjoys passing on his knowledge to students of all ages.
He is a passionate musician and enjoys passing on his knowledge to students of all ages.