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Professional drummer and educator based in Melbourne, Australia. 15+ years of experience in a wide range of music styles. Clear, driving, and solid drummer.
About Facu Alvarez
Facu Alvarez is a versatile and accomplished musician with a passion for drumming and a wealth of experience in both live performance and music education. With a career spanning over a decade, Facu has honed his craft as a drummer, producer, educator, and author. From 2017 to 2018 and from 2021 to 2023, Facu served as an Orchestra Musician for Celebrity Cruises, where he showcased his talents as the drummer in a 7-piece band. His responsibilities included backing up production shows and guest entertainers in the theater, as well as performing Big Band sets in various venues across the vessels. Notably, Facu also assumed the role of Substitute Musical Director on the Celebrity Edge for two weeks, demonstrating his leadership and versatility within the musical ensemble. In 2021, Facu published his own book titled "Sight Reading Method for Drummers - Three steps to master musical notation on your instrument," available in both Spanish and English languages. This publication reflects his dedication to music education and his commitment to sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring drummers worldwide. Facu co-produced and contributed as a drummer for Wave Music Productions from 2020 to 2022. In this role, he was making charts, recording and programming drums, providing production support, arranging musical compositions, and coordinating the recording of backing tracks for entertainers. Facu's passion for music education is evident in his work as an online drum instructor, offering live lessons to both local and international students across all skill levels through his website, ffacualvarez.com, from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he has contributed to music education as a session drummer, substitute teacher, and music educator in various capacities throughout his career. With a diverse background encompassing live performance, studio recording, music production, and music instruction, Facu Alvarez continues to make a significant impact in the world of music, inspiring others with his talent, dedication, and passion for drumming. - Hey, ChatGPT wrote this for me based on my CV below. What a legend.
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Testimonials From Other Musicians
Nora Hyde
Musical Director
Facundo is an exeptional drummer and sight reader. His high level of musical skills make rehearsals run extremely smoothly and he also has a great level of stage presence as a performer.
Donla Willis
Musical Director
Facundo demonstrates a great deal of passion for music as well as performing as an ensemble. To have him in any ensemble is a true plus and a positive future.
Coleman Cook
Musical Director
Facundo is a solid drummer. He is able to execute a wide range of styles and plays the drums with solid time. Always brings his A-game to the bandstand.
Testimonials From Students
Stuart joseph
As a student I can say that Facu is a tremendous teacher and as he says they are personalized lessons. I have played for many years but I have wanted to go back to zero and start with technique, improve my reading, and I can say that it is a pleasure to have the good fortune to share this process with him. I take classes from Miami, and thanks to the internet it's like if I was next to him with high quality video and audio. I support and recommend him as a teacher and friend. (and for our English-speaking drummers who want to polish their skills and technique Facu is fully bilingual).
Ema Gimenez
Without a doubt, taking lessons with Facu is one of the best choices I made in my professional career. I got to understand concepts thanks to his conscious and focused studying method. 100% recommended for all levels of drummers, from beginners to professionals, his ability to get the best out of you is incredible. A great educator.
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