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Master the Beat: Unleashing Your Inner Drummer with West Coast Drum Shop Are you ready to unleash your inner drummer and take your skills to the next level? Look no further than drum lessons at West Coast Drum Shop in Bellevue, where we are dedicated to helping you master the beat. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced drummer, our team of expert instructors is here to guide you on your musical journey. With years of experience and a passion for drumming, we offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from basic techniques to advanced rhythms. Our lessons are tailored to your individual needs and goals, ensuring that you make progress at your own pace. In addition to our top-notch instruction, we provide state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive learning environment. So, if you're ready to drum your way to success, join us at West Coast Drum Shop and let your inner drummer shine! West Coast Drum Shop has skilled teachers available 7 days a week that can work with every experience level. We have fully equipped teaching rooms on site, as well as Zoom/Facetime capability for remote lessons. We recommend four lessons per month, which are normally paid at the beginning of each month. Our rates are competitive, our times are flexible, and our teachers are some of the best in the greater Seattle area. Many of our teachers have taught for decades and/or have toured professionally. Please reach out with any questions you might have. |
At the young age of 13, Chase Culp found his passion for drumming after seeing Alex Van Halen and Tommy Lee play. Chase holds a BA in Music Education from University of Utah. During his tenure there, Chase was a member of the award winning National Champion U of U Percussion Ensemble. He has also played on Robert Schuller's Hour of Power, toured though out the United States, Europe, UK, Australia, Caribbean, and South America. Chase has played with Point One, The Crying Spell, Peter Distefano, James Byrd, Ed Kowalczyk, Jerry Cantrell, and done music for the XBOX, MTV, CBS, ESPN, Netflix, various movies and commercials. He currently plays with Aisha, The Gemini Affair, Iron Dragon, and Readymade (a tribute to the Red Hot Chili Peppers). Recently Chase was tapped by the multi-platinum band Queensryche, to fill in on drums, for a couple of shows and his bands have shared the stage with and/or toured with Killing Joke, VAST, Sevendust, Godsmack, Kings of Leon, Avenged Sevenfold, Green Day, Buckcherry, The Crystal Method, and many more. Chase also maintains a successful teaching practice which has taught musicians who have played or play with bands such as The Naked Giants, Modest Mouse, The Shins, Julien-K, Lords of Acid, Avoid, Aiden, and recently owns and operates West Coast Drum Shop located in the iconic former location of Donn Bennett Drum Studios, in Bellevue, WA. Serving the community in a positive and productive way is and remains Chase’s primary goal.