What Others Are Saying About Us…
When I began percussion lessons with Kim Brower at Pulse, five years ago at age 75, I had a lifetime of experiences telling me that I had no musical aptitude. She was able to help me find the abilities that were there inside me but had never been supported. She has brought me to the point where I can hold my own in a jam while really enjoying what I am doing. It has been a personally highly rewarding experience. She helped me identify what would be right for me, my own personal goals for my music, yet at the same times she has taught me the skills and instilled the discipline to be accountable to those I might play with. The result is that I have been able to develop my own style that also works for people I play with. I am having fun and see no end to my growth curve. For Kim and I believe for “PULSE” in general, the individual student is the center of the project.
I’ve known Kim and Trey of Pulse Drumming for over a decade. We put our daughter in lessons at six years old. Not because we necessarily wanted her to learn drums, but because we wanted her to have a mentor. Believe it or not, kids don’t always listen to their parents. Trey has been exceptional in this role. He allows just enough fun with the right amount of discipline. I get to sit in a comfy chair and put my feet up while my daughter learns what it is to have a REAL teacher. Being a music venue owner, I have a real appreciation for the art and its a great way to teach my kid the art of self expression. I’d recommend it to any parent that wants to raise a child with less internet. Pulse Drumming certainly has my full endorsement.
Pulse Drumming has been an asset to Ventura for many years. As a music venue owner and father of a drum student, Trey has been there for me when no one else has. From in person lessons, to zoom type on line lessons during pandemic, Trey has kept my young daughter engaged in learning for the last 6 years! Looking for a drum head, some sticks, a new kit… Pulse Drumming will help you out!
I have been Studying drumset with Trey O’Toole for 6 1/2 years. He is a patient and well versed teacher who listened to my needs and goals as a musician and adult student and always helps me focus on technique. During my time with Trey, I have increased my knowledge of drumming and my skill set has grown exponentially, with the ability to now play poly metric and poly rhythms. Learning drum techniques has improved my abilities as a musician and performer overall and I am grateful for the opportunity I have had to work with such a great teacher!
Pulse Drumming in Ventura, California is THE place to go. The store has a warm vibe and is stocked with well crafted percussion instruments. My son Joseph is a student of proprietor Trey O’Toole and Joe always looks forward to his weekly drum lesson. To tell you the truth, so do I! When Big Bad Voodoo Daddy are not on tour, I enjoy going to the shop, sitting outside of the drum room and listening to their progress. Trey has a very patient methodology for instruction and it is evident by how quickly his young students progress. I recommend Pulse Drumming not just for drummers, but for all musicians at any level of ability.
My son Lucas Zverev had been attending Pulse Music Academy Private Lessons with Trey O’Toole since summer of 2021. As a parent, I have been very impressed with my son progress mastering this complex music instrument. Lucas had been able to perform at Ventura Missionary School yearly talent show in the past two years. He enjoys playing drums and after each lesson sounds excited and inspired. If you are a parent, who wants to provide your child with the lifelong skill and appreciation of music, I strongly recommend Pulse Drumming.
I have been taking drum lessons from Trey for about one year. Trey is a very dedicated, caring and experienced teacher. He thoughtfully prepares a lesson plan for our sessions and is always open to what questions I have. It is important to Trey that his students receive from him a well-rounded music education, as much as possible, while keeping a focus on advancing drumming skills. Trey is very generous with his extensive knowledge and makes himself available via text outside of class for questions as they arise, which I truly appreciate. Any student would be very fortunate to have Trey as their teacher.
Kim,
You have been fantastic with our WRAPS Class! (Writing, Reading and Performing Students). Patient, kind, full of knowledge, fun and you added a wonderful experience of making music together. Our class certainly has challenges, but I like how you keep everyone together with kindness, high expectations and respect.
