tim burke

Drum Set, Jazz/Rock/Pop Percussion, Guitar

Tim Burke is a professional drummer and instructor who received a Bachelor’s Degree in music from San Jose State University in 2014. He has 15 years of performance experience and a large repertoire in Rock, Blues, and Jazz with shows varying from restaurants corners to weddings to the main stage. In addition to performing, Burke teaches drumming and music to students of all levels. His lessons include chart reading, technique, independence, and playing with recorded music. Burke takes great pride in his professionalism and dependability.

Phoebe Chou

Drum Set, Orchestral & World Percussion

Phoebe Chou has been working as a total percussionist and music educator in California for the past 15 years. Known for her versatility in different musical backgrounds, she has performed and taught with groups such as the Blue Devils, Santa Clara Vanguard, and has played at the San Jose Summer Fest. She has toured across the United States, as well as internationally, in Taiwan, Shanghai, Austria, and Italy.

After receiving her percussion performance degree from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Phoebe is continuing her journey to share her philosophy of expressions through music. She hopes to offer the world music of adventure, truth, and kindness.

LANE YOUNG

Drum Set (Jazz, Rock, Pop)

Lane was born and raised just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he attended the Central Bucks School District. He explored several instruments in his early years — violin, piano, guitar, and saxophone — but it was the drum set that allowed his musical talent to truly flourish.

Soon after beginning drum lessons, Lane auditioned for his middle school competition Jazz Band and quickly excelled, earning multiple “Best Overall Soloist” awards. He continued to stand out through high school Jazz Band competitions and ultimately earned his Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Performance on drums from Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance in Philadelphia. He later continued his musical development with a Master’s in Audio Technology from American University.

Lane has over 10 years of teaching experience as a private drum instructor, working with students of all ages and skill levels, covering a wide range of styles including Rock, Jazz, Latin, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop. His lessons are personalized to each student’s learning needs and musical goals — ensuring that fundamentals, technique, and groove are built from the ground up.

In addition to teaching, Lane has worked across the music industry — from live audio engineering to music production and sound design, further enriching his understanding of rhythm, sound, and performance.

Now living in the San Jose area with his wife, Crystal, and cat, Zen, Lane continues to perform and teach with passion. His positive energy, adaptability, and real-world musical expertise help students build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love for drumming.