Drum Lessons in Bay Village , MA

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Conga

...After graduating from the Conservatory, I taught privately and performed in the Boston area as well as touring throughout the United states. After moving to Maine, I was hired to teach private lessons and assist with faculty and student performances at Colby College. ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Harmonica

...My methods for teaching are directly linked to the desires of the student and what they hope to achieve by learning how to play an instrument. If a student is particularly interested in songwriting and composition, I'd be more inclined to emphasize the principles or harmony, counterpoint, structure and written music, whereas if a student is more interested in becoming an instrumentalist for a band etc., I'd be more inclined to emphasize rudiments, scale exercises and a jamming mentality. ... Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion

...As they progress through their concept of time and technique has improved I will then suggest to parents (if the student is interested) that their child moves on to the drum set where I bring them through the Time Functioning book by Gary Chaffee.... Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion

...My Teaching experience really started just after graduating high school working with my School's marching band. Although this was not an official position until more recently, my time volunteering surrounded me with successful educators who I observed and learned from.... Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

...Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...With students of any age, I consider it my number one priority to create a learning environment that is both encouraging of their growth and passion for music, and supportive/safe for them to take the risks and meet the challenges necessary for that growth.... Read More