Drum Lessons Fauquier County, VA

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

I am a motivated and dedicated instructor and performer who enjoys sharing music with others, and helping those with the desire to learn. I am currently attending Christopher Newport University where I am pursuing degrees in Music Education and Percussion Performance. I have performed nationally and internationally with a variety of ensembles, and I've had the opportunity to perform in some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Avery Fischer Hall in New York City. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Djembe

In high school I was fortunate to work with some local jazz musicians. One was a famous jazz guitarist named Lenny Breau. We had an artist in residence program with composer/ drummer Steve Grover and he was a big influence on me along with Dick Demers. I have performed in symphonies. I have done many Broadway musicals playing in the pit. I have played in many bands. Before I moved to Virginia I was living in Maine and playing in 5 bands. Read More

Instruments: Drums

In marching percussion you will learn all aspects of marching percussion ... positioning of your body, sticks, playing positions and the military bearing required by all high school, college and DCI organizations. You will be required to learn to play utilizing a metronome that will help you learn to set, keep maintain proper meter. We will concentrate on all 40 standard rudiments while incorporating them into individual solos. In drumset percussion you will learn many of the same things stated above for marching percussion but focused on the drumset, ie, use of metronome, standard drumset licks in all music styles and applying rudiments to drumset. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I love to see my students succeed in life! Setting realistic goals is key as some students want to learn for a new hobby, some have a career, and some just love the art of drumming! For me, drumming is all of the above mentioned as well as a form of meditation therapy. My student's always leave smiling, having learned a new skill feel good about themselves and their life. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Drums, Keyboard

I typically begin my lessons with a 30 to 45-minute session to introduce music theory and the chosen instrument. For beginner students, I use a combination of the James Bastien and Alfred's Basic methods to teach foundational music theory. Based on the student’s instrument of choice, I supplement these lessons with additional materials tailored to practice and performance. For adult students, I prioritize their interests, adapting my lessons to make the learning experience engaging, enjoyable, and relevant to their musical goals. Read More