
Jam Room Music
1040 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico
(813) 709-7822
Learn With Us
Single 30 minute lesson: $30
Single 60 minute lesson: $50
Ongoing Weekly 30 minute lessons: $100/month
Ongoing Weekly 60 minute lessons: $200/month

Rafi Cruz
Music Teacher
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Piano
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Bass
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Acoustic Guitar ​
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Electric Guitar
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Drums
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Vocals​
With over 20 years of experience in music education, Rafi is a passionate and dedicated instructor specializing in piano, bass, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, drums, and vocals. He has taught students of all ages and skill levels, from guiding a beginner through their first chords to helping more experienced students develop their musical talents and deepen their understanding of music theory, performance, and composition. Â He is fluent in English and Spanish. Â His commitment to nurturing musicianship has earned him a reputation as a teacher who not only helps students master their instruments but also inspires them to discover the joy and power of music.

Blaine Dillinger
Music Teacher
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Guitar
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Ukulele
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Bass
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Piano
Blaine Dillinger has dedicated his life to the art of music, both as a performer and an educator. As a member of the internationally acclaimed band HIRIE, he brings passion and skill to every performance. As a session musician, Blaine showcases a diverse range of techniques and genres in his playing. With 20 years of experience teaching guitar and a music degree from The Ohio State University, Blaine has guided countless students on their musical journeys. His lessons blend technical expertise with a personal touch, creating an environment where students of all levels can thrive. Beyond the technical aspects of music, Blaine has a goal to inspire people to explore their musical passions in life. Beyond the classroom Blaine enjoys spending time with his loved ones and has a passion for nature, especially reptiles.

Ryan Weiss
Bass Guitar Teacher
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Bass Guitar
Ryan has been surrounded by music industry professionals his whole life, growing up with his father being South Miami's premier Registered Piano Technician. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Jazz Studies from the University of South Florida, as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Keiser University. He is a nationally recognized industry professional with an expansive career ranging 15 years of Live Performance Experience, Recording Studio Session Experience, Stage Crew Experience, Music Retail Experience, and Private Teaching Experience. His second professionally produced album "The Beginning", produced by Mike Stebe (Paramore's producer) topped iTunes reggae charts at #3 in 2016 for 4 months in a row, right behind Marley's "Legacy" album, and has opened up shows for internationally recognized artists including Damian Marley, Afroman, and The Main Squeeze. Ryan was a private student of famous and influential bassists Carol Kaye (Member of The Wrecking Crew and Session bassist for artists including The Beach Boys, Sam Cooke, Glen Campbell) and David Pastorious (nephew of famous bassist Jaco Pastorious and session bass player for Tech N9ne). He relays bass techniques learned from these industry giants to his own private students, as well as teaching his own techniques formulated over the years. He uses his studies from Psychology to help relate to each student on a personal level, creating an environment engaging and fun for each student that encourages continued interest in learning the language of music!

William Brown
Drums / Percussion Teacher
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Drums
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Orchestral Percussion
Percussionist William Brown is an accomplished orchestral musician with memberships in The Venice (FL) Symphony, Symphony of the Americas, and past engagements with Des Moines Metropolitan Opera, New World Symphony, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Brown has also performed with such legends as Johnny Mathis, Kristen Chenoweth, and The Who. Mr. Brown has won prizes at percussion competitions in the United States, Germany, and Taiwan, and has twice toured Europe with the World Percussion Group.​ William has taught all age ranges and skill levels, from teaching beginner drumset lessons at the Tampa Music School to instructing masterclasses at top conservatories in Europe as part of the World Percussion Group. He has taught at local middle and high schools, instructing percussion classes and marching bands. He has presented clinics at the University of South Florida, University of Central Florida, and Texas A&M Corpus Christi.

Drew Haggerty
Music Teacher
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Voice
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Guitar
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Bass
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Drums
With over 25 years of experience in the music world, Drew has established himself as a dynamic and versatile musician. A passionate performer, teacher, and songwriter, Drew has honed his craft in singing and playing guitar, bass, and drums. Over the last two decades, he's played across a variety of venues in the vibrant Tampa Bay area, captivating audiences with his energy and skill. Drew’s musical journey has seen him lead bands in diverse genres including reggae, funk, punk rock, and ska, as well as performing as a solo artist. His rich experience in these genres allows him to bring a wealth of knowledge and creativity to his teaching, making lessons engaging and adaptable to a wide range of musical interests. As a songwriter, Drew crafts original music that resonates with his unique musical style, adding another layer to his artistic versatility. In addition to performing and writing, Drew has spent the past several years offering private lessons, teaching students of all ages and skill levels. Whether helping beginners find their rhythm or guiding advanced musicians to refine their technique, Drew’s approach is both patient and encouraging, fostering a love for music while developing students' musical abilities. Drew also studied performance music and music production at Full Sail University, which has equipped him with a deeper understanding of both the technical and creative aspects of music. This formal education, combined with his extensive performance experience, allows him to provide a well-rounded, professional approach to his lessons. Drew’s passion for music, along with his dedication to his students, makes him a standout figure in the music community. Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the classroom, Drew continues to inspire and shape the next generation of musicians."

Sandi Grecco
Music Teacher
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Drums/Percussion
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Guitar
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Bass
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Ukulele
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Piano
Sandi is a drummer, educator, guitarist and songwriter that has resided in the Tampa Bay area for over 20 years. She holds an Associate Degree in Music Production from St. Petersburg College, with honors (2024). Sandi is endorsed by Aquarian Drumheads and is a member of Dream Cymbals Educator Collective (DEC) and The Percussive Arts Society (PASIC) and is the 2022 Global Drum Solo Champion - Hit Like a Girl Drum Solo Contest. Toured the Southeast region of the US and has recorded with several Tampa Bay luminary bands and drums and records in her own Jazz Funk Fusion trio, Not From Here. : Drums & Percussion: Sandi offers music instruction for all facets of drums and percussion including all genres from beginner through advanced. With concentration on: reading/ notating rhythms, chords and melodies, snare drum technique (orchestral, marching band, rudimentary), drum set, mallets, world drums & rhythms (African, South American, Cuban).
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David Colon
Violin / Viola
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Violin
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Viola
David is a Tampa based violinist and has enjoyed teaching for over 15 years. He has performed with the Lakeland symphony as a section violinist for several years along with various professional engagements throughout the bay area. He is the winner of the 2009 young artist competition at the University of North Florida, and studied at the University of South Florida under Carolyn Stuart. David has also studied with various violinists and professors within the Florida Orchestra, University of North Florida, Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival and currently enjoys a career as a violinist serving the needs of the musical community in the Tampa Bay area. As a teacher he is Suzuki Certified as well as a proud mentor to many violinists who have gone on to their own musical careers. David specializes in audition preparation as well as setting up new violinists with proper technique and clear direction to becoming a well trained musician. David has taught group classes at Lawton Chiles Elementary, Hunter’s Green Elementary, and Lutz Prep as well as teaching master classes at Wesley Chapel High School and Riverview High School.

Joey Wiley
Music Teacher
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Theory / Songwriting
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Production
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Guitar
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Drums
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Bass
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Voice
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Piano
Joseph (Joey) Wiley is a multi-instrumentalist and recording enthusiast who made his radio debut with an impression of a gorilla for $100 worth of fireworks in a Saturday morning contest sometime in the early 90s on a country radio station called KBEAR in Anchorage, Alaska. After his family moved to Laramie Wyoming, he heard a hockey teammate play Buddy Holly from Weezer’s Blue album in the locker room and his life was forever changed by rock ‘n roll. His first guitar experience was gained playing with his parents for the Sacred Heart Church in Paonia, Colorado and he was one of only a handful of students to make All State for both choir and band (tenor II and euphonium, respectively). He started making bedroom recordings during high school on the western slope of Colorado and later played garage rock across the front range of Colorado, opening for bands such as Deerhoof, Thee Oh Sees, Marnie Stern, Speedy Ortiz and the Appleseed Cast in the late 2000s – early 2010s. After graduating with an engineering degree from the Colorado School of Mines in late 2011, he moved to Florida in March of 2017. His genres of interest span the globe, from Brazilian tropicalia and bossa nova to Javanese gamelan, to British mod-psych, to afrobeat, disco-boogie, to Jamaican ska, rocksteady, reggae and dancehall, to French musique concrete and field recordings, to all flavors of garage rock. He is eager to assist you however he can in your musical journey.