Drums and Piano, Chihiro Shibayama
M.M. The Juilliard School B.M. The Juilliard School Performed The Metropolitan Opera and Miss Saigon on Broadway Scholarships Zildjian Scholarship in 2004-2007 and Irene Diamond Graduate Fellowship 2007-2009 at The Juilliard School Taught Master-classes and percussion ensemble Juilliard Summer Percussion Seminar Faculty at Diller-Quaile School of Music in New York City Co-Founder Multicultural Sonic Evolution (MuSE)
“Drumming exists in every culture and it’s as old and natural an act to humans as singing. Whether my students are pianists, violinists, or vocalists, experience playing drums improve rhythmical skills which are one of three essential components, along with melody and harmony, of playing music. I love meeting new people and learning about them - where they come from, what they like and dislike. I believe teaching music is not only about teaching how to play instruments but also about sharing a way of living and building a trusting relationship. I want to encourage my students to push themselves while having fun and growing together as musicians and great citizens of the world.”