Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

Age: 16+

Speaks English

Teaching since 1985

Performance and Music Education

About Johnny R.

5.0

(8)

Welcome! My name is Johnny and I appreciate you taking the time learn more about me and what I can offer you as your teacher. I am a devoted musician, educator and inventor. I'm also the drummer for platinum-selling rock band Collective Soul. I am an active live and in studio drummer touring and teaching worldwide. My enthusiasm for drums started at a young age through my parent's enjoyment of live concerts and parades. I began taking formal drum lessons at the age of 10. My teacher has been my biggest influence and inspiration through the years. I have performed with a wide range of artists such as Collective Soul, DJ Logic, Maynard Ferguson, Alain Caron, Frank Gambale, Larry Tagg, Tanya Tucker, DJ Hype, Hank Williams III, SheDaisy, Deana Carter and Mindy McCready. As an author, I continued my passion for education and released The Official Freehand Technique Book/CD with Hudson Limited. The book/CD was voted #1 Best Educational Author by Modern Drummer’s Readers Poll for his book Jungle Drum ‘N’ Bass for the Acoustic Drum Set. I have developed a series of award winning cymbals with the MEINL cymbal company. My Drumbals and Safari cymbals are part of the Generation-X line. I continue to design and develop new sounds and innovations for unique concepts on the drums. Hyper Rudiments is my latest discovery utilizing the original Freehand Technique. WHAT YOU'LL GET WORKING WITH ME There's nothing more fulfilling than learning to play, and by studying with me, you'll get an incredible knowledge of the basics and advanced techniques of becoming a great drummer. Whether your goal is to join your first band, lay down electronic beats for EDM, get better in your current band or church ministry, my goal is to help you excel quicker and better than you ever could by doing it alone. I am a pretty serious drummer and accept students who are serious about their craft. You don't have to be incredible - but you do have to want to improve and have the dedication to study, practice, and performance. Oh, and we have a TON OF FUN along the way! So, if this fits your idea of a teacher, please set up a no-risk intro pack of lessons. If you're not satisfied, or I'm not your cup of tea, TakeLessons offers a refund for your remaining lessons.

Instructor details

Subject

Location:

Teaches Online

Teaching Hours

Tuesday

7 AM-4 PM

Wednesday

7 AM-4 PM

Friday

7 AM-4 PM

Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Pricing

30 minutes

$50

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8 Reviews

Ben

Online

Really good. Exactly what I need.

Posted Jan 8, 2021

Rich

Online

I have really enjoyed taking drum lessons with Johnny Rabb. He is not only a highly accomplished and talented musician, but a phenomenal teacher as well. As an older adult student who has studied with other teachers, I find Johnny's teaching style to be very engaging, creative and fun. His style allows him to challenge his students, but not overwhelm them as they progress with their lessons. I highly recommend Johnny for any student who is looking to take their playing to the next level!

Posted Sep 21, 2020

Rich

Teacher's studio

I have really enjoyed taking drum lessons with Johnny. He is an exceptional player and teacher who is extremely knowledgeable in his craft. As an older adult who has studied previously with other teachers, I find his style to be very creative, engaging and fun! Highly Recommend!

Posted Sep 20, 2020

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Experience

Drummer

Jan, 2012 - Present

Collective Soul

In 2012, the band embarked on the Dosage Tour and I joined the band as their drummer. The band's ninth studio album, See What You Started by Continuing, was released on October 2, 2015. The band's live album, Collective Soul: Live, was released on December 8, 2017. The recordings were selected as our best over the course of 160 shows we performed in 2 years. In 2018 we joined 3 Doors Down to co-headline the Rock & Roll Express Tour, with support from Soul Asylum. In 2019 we headlined the Now's The Time Tour to celebrate their 25th anniversary, with support from Gin Blossoms. The band's tenth studio album, Blood, was released on June 21, 2019.

Owner

Nov, 2010 - Present

Johnny Rabb Drumsticks

Drummer/Ableton Live/Keys

Feb, 2007 - Present

BioDiesel

Co-Owner/Founder

Mar, 1997 - Apr, 2004

johnnyraBB Drumsticks

Drummer

Jan, 1996 - Present

Touring Drummer

I have thoroughly enjoyed performing with artists such as Tanya Tucker, Hank Williams III, Maynard Ferguson, DJ Hype, Alain Caron, Frank Gambale, Larry Tagg, SheDaisy, Deana Carter and Mindy McCready.

Educator

Jan, 1996 - Present

Drum Instructor

I have instructed at world reknowned drum camps and universities, including KOSA and RHYTHM (Bavarian Music Academy).I also taught classes at the University of Iowa, Berklee College of Music and University of Tennessee as a visiting artist.