Meet Derik Larson
DmanatronasaurusX • Creator of The Ninjari Code • Bass Educator • Guide to Self-Mastery
The Journey
From the mountains of Bailey, Colorado, a new approach to music education was born.
Derik Larson, known in the music world as DmanatronasaurusX, discovered something profound during years of teaching and playing: traditional music education often overwhelms students with complexity before they've mastered the basics.
His revolutionary approach flips the script. Start with bass—the foundation of all music. Focus on a single note, the E, for weeks. Master rhythm before melody. This isn't limitation; it's liberation.
Through years of exploration in martial arts philosophy, meditation practices, and musical theory, Derik created The Ninjari Code—a system connecting musical notes to chakras, virtues, and modes.
All Music is Art
No categories, no boxes. From metal to meditation, classical to experimental—it's all valid expression. Your voice matters.
Start Simple, Go Deep
Master one note before moving to the next. Build unshakeable foundations. This patience creates lasting transformation.
Music as Mirror
Every note is a conversation with yourself. Through music, discover who you are and who you can become.
Teaching Philosophy
Four principles that guide every lesson and shape every student's journey.
Learn the Alphabet Before Words
Bass comes before guitar. The E note comes before scales. Rhythm comes before melody. Build from the ground up.
E is Me
The first music lesson is E. The first life lesson is Me. They are inseparable—a journey of self-discovery through sound.
Create Your Own Rhythms
Students don't just follow along. From day one, they create their own patterns, discovering their unique voice within structure.
Holistic Integration
The Ninjari Code connects musical notes to chakras, virtues, and modes. Every practice session becomes meditation and self-development.
Why It Works
This method isn't just theory—it's a proven path combining decades of musical expertise with ancient wisdom traditions.
Traditional music lessons often start with multiple notes, chords, and techniques simultaneously. Students feel overwhelmed, lose motivation, and quit. Derik's approach does the opposite.
By focusing on the E note for weeks, students develop deep muscle memory, rhythmic precision, and a meditative connection to their instrument. This single-pointed focus mirrors practices from Zen Buddhism, martial arts, and mindfulness traditions.
When students finally expand to new notes, they do so from a place of mastery rather than confusion. The Ninjari Code provides a framework that makes musical theory accessible and personally meaningful, linking each note to chakra energy and virtues like integrity, courage, and compassion.