OUR TEACHERS

JESSIE CHIONG

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 3 – 10 Years old 

Jessie’s passion for drums began when she started learning it in high school. Since then, she has served as a drummer in the church worship ministry. Jessie loves that the drums can bring out the feelings and emotions of a song. Apart from drumming, Jessie also plays the piano and organ from a very young age and therefore is musically inclined! Jessie is patient and caring. She enjoys teaching children as she firmly believed that playing the drums improves a child’s motor skills and self-esteemed. She is trained to teach Kinder Beat, an award-winning and complete music program that introduces elementary and intermediate music learning concepts to young children. 

SITI JAWIAH

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 4 and above 

Siti has been a musician for over 20 years. She started her keen interest at Artysticks Drum Academy and has proven to pick up the skill quickly and passionately over the years. She developed her love for music from a very young age, learning classical guitar, finger-style guitar, and playing the bass guitar during her school years. She has been enjoying growing as a musician even well into adulthood. Having started her drumming journey as an adult, she understands that everyone learns at their own pace.

To broaden her knowledge and experience, Siti actively learns from a variety of sources and opportunities, often continuing her musical journey even while travelling overseas. Siti enjoys interacting with individuals who are passionate to learn the drums. She also believes that there is always something new to learn and enjoys sharing that passion for continuous growth with others.

KYLE SOMU

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 3.5 and above 

Kyle has been playing the drums for four years and currently serves as a church drummer, performing regularly with the worship band during weekly services and special events. His passion for music began with the piano, where he first learned basic theory, chords, and rhythm. As he got more interested, he slowly picked up bass guitar, acoustic guitar, and electric guitar building confidence across different instruments and understanding how each one supports a band.

Being involved in church band settings has helped Kyle develop teamwork, timing, and the ability to listen closely to other musicians. He also enjoys doing music looping and experimenting with layers and creating larger sound scapes during his personal practice sessions.

Kyle wants to improve his skills and constantly push himself to grow musically. He is currently pursuing the Trinity College Syllabus in drumming and intends to continue his music studies in polytechnic and university. Apart from playing drums, he has guided and taught younger musicians in his church, sharing techniques and encouraging them to develop their own confidence and passion for music.

ISAIAH GOH

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 3.5 and above 

Isaiah is a passionate and dedicated drummer with over 5 years of playing experience, having performed with multiple bands and music groups across a variety of musical styles. His exposure to different genres has allowed him to develop versatility, musical adaptability, and a unique personal playing style.

He began his musical journey through drumming, where he built a strong foundation in both drum theory and general music theory. Driven by his curiosity and passion for music, he later expanded his skills by learning instruments such as the bass guitar, allowing him to develop a broader understanding of rhythm, groove, and musical arrangement. In addition to performing, Isaiah is actively involved in creating his own music through recording, mixing, and music production.

His experience working with different bands has strengthened not only his musicianship, but also his ability to collaborate effectively with others, improving his teamwork, communication, and performance skills. Isaiah is currently continuing his drum studies, consistently challenging himself to step outside his comfort zone and further grow as both a musician and an individual.

LOH YI BANG

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 3.5 and above 

Yi Bang started his musical journey at 12 years old and started teaching music fulltime at around 19 years old. Ever since the start, he has been passionate about music, continuously trying to improve himself.

Yi Bang’s musical philosophy is to make music an integral part of your life, as music is meant to accompany you through your life journey – as you grow in life and experience different life events, your music evolves with you.

In addition to drums, Yi Bang also teaches piano – both classical as well as pop. He has also started learning the bass guitar, and he’s active as a live band musician performing with many musicians in various venues throughout Singapore.

SATHEESH KUMAR UDHAYAVEL

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR

AGE GROUP : 3.5 and above 

Udhayavel is a passionate and dedicated drummer whose love for music began at a young age. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience performing with various bands and musicians across a variety of musical styles, allowing him to develop his versatility, confidence, and unique approach to playing. His passion for rhythm extends beyond the drum kit, as he also enjoys playing a wide range of percussion instruments and exploring different sounds and techniques.

Beyond performing, Udhayavel has a strong passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge with others. He regularly plays drums at his church, where he uses his musical abilities to serve through worship. His experiences performing with different bands and styles have strengthened not only his musicianship, but also his to collaborate, communicate, and adapt as a musician. Through performing, teaching, and continually developing his skills, Udhayavel remains committed to growing as a drummer and sharing his love for music with others.