Drum Lessons in Bay Village, MA

Instruments: Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

In my lessons, my highest priority is meeting students at their level and making sure that our work is helping them to progress towards theirs goals as a musician/instrumentalist. With a combination of focus on musicality, technique, and developing a musical vocabulary, students will both improve their fundamental skills on their instrument, while also expanding their more general musical understanding, all within a safe, supportive, fun, and encouraging learning environment. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Conga

I have taught students from ages 6 to 60. my approach is to help each student with the proper grip and posture and to learn to adjust there instrument for maximum comfort. I begin each lesson with rudiments/rolls and spend equal time on basic music theory(beginner) and sight reading(advanced), 4-way coordination(beginner) and transcribing recorded music(advanced). My goal is to help each student progress on there instrument and learn to blend with other musicians. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2002, I graduated from UMass with a Bachelor of Music degree in Percussion Performance Music Education and then a Master's in Percussion from University of Illinois.Performing all over the country has been one of the greater experiences of my life as a musician to include the Midwest and all over the Northeast. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion

One of my greatest musical accomplishments is my time spent with the Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corp from Rosemont Illinois. This world class ensemble of both Musicians and athletes rehearse, perform, and compete for a 90 day period of time perfecting and polishing a show that goes up against other world class ensembles. Our modo for the summer was something that I truly bought into; Focus on the details and love always. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion

I expect hard work from every student I teach. While I don't expect every week to be successful (We are human for goodness sake) as long as a student gives a true honest effort we can always make progress together. I always encourage questions or comments during or after the lesson. I want every student to leave my studio feeling confident they can get sufficient work done for our next lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums

My methods include George Lawrence Stone, Ted Reed, Jim Chapin and more.  These are essential material for all ages of students, from beginners to advanced.  The key to our objective will be learning rudiments, sight reading and four way independence.  The lessons will be guided by the students ability level and fun! With an online learning experience the student will gain the same lesson experience as a one on one lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

I am an enthusiastic drummer of 10 years who has recently learned how to play the guitar, bass, piano, and how to sing. I have played both drum set and percussion in a variety of formats including: wind ensemble, jazz band, African drumming ensemble, marching band, and in my personal rock band. I enjoy playing and recording music on my own and collaboratively. I have played out with my rock band at various venues in Massachusetts including The Palladium and The All Asia. Read More