Drum Lessons Gloucester County, PA

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

I started teaching way back when I was in high school. I was the section leader for my schools percussion section and I would work with other students in my section helping them to get better. Since then I have been teaching lessons out of my own studio to any and all with an interest in music. 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

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

The material and methods will be based on a student's skill-level and musical goals and interests. For orchestral band students, this would include basic technique, music reading, and repertoire. For teaching jazz I often use John Riley's "The Art of Bop Drumming" series as a source of practice material. For grasping the feel of various music styles, I will often listen to recordings with a student, and help them figure out what the drummer or percussionist is doing, and how to play it. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Euphonium, Tuba, Keyboard

For piano students, Erik teaches from the Hal Leonard Piano Lesson Books, which provide a structured and well-balanced approach to learning piano. These books help students develop reading skills, coordination, technique, and musical understanding while building a strong foundation that supports long-term progress. For drum set students, Erik typically begins with the Hal Leonard Drumset Method Book, which introduces students to core drum set skills such as groove development, coordination, timing, and reading rhythms. Read More

Instruments: Drums

My love for music dates back to my childhood. My parents bought me my first drum set when I was in elementary school. I kept on playing and eventually ended up in my junior high school jazz band. I have played with numerous bands throughout my career. My love of music has always been a driving force in my life. I want to teach as many people as I can that they can express themselves musically. Read More