Drum Lessons Camden County, PA

Instruments: Drums

My teaching style is fueled by my passion for music and I hope it ignites my students to develop a passion for music too. My lessons require a combined effort on the teacher and student's part. I will work with each student independently until they feel comfortable with the material that have learned. The duration of the lesson is up to the student. I am willing to work with my students to help them feel achieve this goal. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Conga, Djembe

I believe every student is unique and will need to improve in different areas for different reasons. Every student will have a specific taste in music so I always to try design lessons based on the music style they enjoy most. I will also introduce new music to keep them inspired. But, in general I have found the best teaching style is to both agree on a list of songs to learn. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Djembe

Every drum student is different so I customize each lesson to fit the particular students needs and goals. I always start out with fundamentals and rudiments on the snare drum, Focusing on stick position posture and proper technique. Once these basics are established we move onto a basic drum set method book covering notation, basic drumbeats and drum fills. From there we branch out into various styles of drumming, very often we move to jazz drumming from there as that is usually the first time students are offered to play drum set in their school music program. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

Many new students are intimidated by learning about music because it seems so difficult. I'm here to tell you that is not true. Sure, becoming a sucessful musician takes hard work and practice, but anyone with a desire to learn can achieve. As a teacher I will guide you step by step through the processes necessary to reach your musical goals whatever they may be. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Recorder, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Conga, Keyboard, Djembe

I have taught privately now for over a decade, as well as in classrooms and given masterclasses to all ages. I worked with pre-K through to the collegiate level in Philadelphia. I also work in communities, bridging gaps geographically and ideologically through musical experiences. I have taught in the United States, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. My favorite thing is to find a way to empower and encourage my students to feel strong as musicians but also as people. Read More