Dan Virata is a seasoned guitarist and percussionist with over 15 years of performance experience and a decade dedicated to teaching. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the University of Redlands and an Associate's in Fine Arts from Riverside Community College, Dan has showcased his versatility across classical, jazz, rock, and pop genres. His performance credits include the RCC Guitar Ensemble and the University of Redlands Orchestra and Wind Ensemble. As an educator, Dan emphasizes rhythm, theory, and efficient playing techniques, aiming to instill a strong musical foundation in his students. ([stores.musicarts.com](https://stores.musicarts.com/instructors/danilo-virata?utm_source=openai))