Tony Capko is one of Southern California's premier drummers and is the founder of Acclaim Music Entertainments Services. Playing since early childhood, Tony has played a wide range of music, from Big Band Orchestra and Jazz Combos to Funk, Latin and Rock. Tony is a graduate of Musicians Institute of Technology in Hollywood CA and was the Percussive Arts Society Rudimental Drum Champion.

Tony's Teaching approach is upbeat, enthusiastic and motivational with emphasis on ease of motion, relaxation and a natural physical approach to drum set. He also specializes in teaching Rudimental Snare Technique for modern Drum and Bugle Corps.

Served areas

Palmdale and Lancaster Ca

Business details

Year established: 30

Highlights and features

Annual recitals and live performance oppurtunities
Percussion, Drums

Associations and certifications

Musicians Institute of Technology Hollywood CA

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Ron Wadman

May 24, 2020

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Organized.listens to your wants and goals.applys technics. Tony in my opinion is a professional. He will get you there the right way. It was obvious when I first met him, that he has a passion for music. I found Tony online. This review is the real deal.

Alexis Gillespie

Dec 22, 2018

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My kid has made great progress with Tony. He looks forward to his lessons every week and is always practicing without being reminded!

Ram Rye

Jun 29, 2017

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Ever since I began drumming with Tony in May, my drumming skills improved overall. When I first met Tony, I already knew how to play drums. During my first lesson, he developed my previous drumming skills. He taught me new rudiments and techniques. He also developed my wrist and improved on my rebound. I am very grateful to have Tony as a teacher.

Evelyn Hernandez

Feb 15, 2017

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Tony es an excellent teacher with a lots of talent. My daughter enjoys the time in the lessons and he is always flexible with lesson times when you need to reschedule.

Jennifer Littleton

Feb 06, 2017

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Tony is an enthusiastic musician and instructor. He's great at motivating his students in a fun way; with a perfect combination of enthusiasm, fun and sternness.

Colin Hinkel

Jun 15, 2016

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I took lessons with Tony for many years and he has taught me a ton. He has been my best teacher and I've been playing very often even after I was done taking lessons. Great guy. would recommend him to absolutely anyone! :

Jeff Capco

May 23, 2016

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I have been studying with Tony for 6 years and have found him to be extremely thorough in terms of hand technique, reading rhythms, and coordination while covering all styles of music. I would highly recommend Tony to anyone aspiring to be proficient in the art of drumming weather beginner or professional. JEFF C

Audra Anderson

May 20, 2016

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I have learned so much and am excited with my progress. Tony is a very good drum instructor and worked with my schedule to fit me in. Very patient and understanding. He is very knowledgeable.

Harry Engel

Apr 05, 2016

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Tony is a wonderful teacher. He brings out the best in his students in such a kind and easy manner.

Arnold

May 11, 2014

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Tony is very good and patient with children. He pushes in a good way.

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