I enjoy teaching what I have learned as a musician over the past 25 years. The knowledge I have gained though my experiences studying, travelling, touring and playing music with other musicians is what I enjoy sharing with students.
As a teenager, I first studied music with my father, Rene Boying Geronimo, and soon after, during the early 1990’s I took his advice to study music abroad in Cuba and New York City. I came back to Vancouver, and began my career as a musician playing in many local bands. Playing local gigs soon opened the doors to touring, playing music festivals, and doing music workshops. A Latin Music Workshop / Presentation at the University of the Philippines and at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival were both highlights of my music career.
I teach the drum set and percussion instruments with styles of music that include Rock, Pop, Latin, Jazz, Blues, Funk and Soul. My speciality is in Latin Rhythms and Afro Cuban Music.
IN HOME LESSONS
Feel free to email raph@rumbacalzada.com to inquire about in home lessons.