PlayCajon EP 14: Homero Chavez

Homero Chavez is a Grammy nominated drummer and percussionist based in LA with many years experience as a performer and teacher. Over the years Homero has performed with a diverse mix of artists and taught many students and even developed his own cajon specially designed to be played while sitting on a stool making it more comfortable for people who would normally find playing cajon uncomfortable due to back problems or other injuries.  Homero has received international recognition as a performer, educator, and producer and has created a number of percussion programs like the award winning “StompKids” and “The Independent Drumline.” Homero is currently a faculty member of the Claremont, California Community Music School.Homero conducts a monthly Cajon Workshop at the REMO Recreational Music Center in North Hollywood, CA. In addition, he leads the Latin Jazz group “Una Noche” and the “Mixto Percussion Ensemble”

(First published Mar 24th 2016)