Drum Lessons in Brentwood, NY

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I am a Latin Jazz vibraphonist and popular percussionist with a background in classical percussion. I also hold a degree from Berklee College of Music, where I have spent the last four years studying performance and production. Most recently I produced and lead a group based in New York and Boston. I performed in the Martinique Jazz and Ecuador Jazz festival I studied in a classical conservatory for 8 years and had the opportunity to assist to Interlochen Center for The arts and also studied cuban percussion in La Havana - Cuba at the age of 15. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I stress to all my students exactly what a drummer's job is, that he/she needs to compliment the music and play within the framework of the song. The best thing that another musician can say about a drummer is that they have a great "groove" or great "feel". If I can get my students to that point then I'm happy. Read More

Instruments: Drums

My method is flexible and it shapes around the skills and the characteristics of my students. Drum playing is a wide field. I like to understand what my student likes to play and listen to, and I apply these intrests to each student's individual curriculum. General skills i like to emphasize are technique, independence, coordination, styles, grooves, and music reading. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums

I have created my own method of teaching which I have perfected over the years. I create my own exercises and practice materials based on the level and interests of each individual student. I use the software program "Finale" in order to create the musical compositions that I prepare for my students. I always accompany my students on the piano. I am well versed in the various styles of music and am comfortable teaching students how to improvise also. Read More

Instruments: Drums

My teaching approach is very relaxed and focused at the same time. I always strive to make every lesson motivating and fun, depending on the level and the interests of each student. Often times I like to discuss and converse with my students about parallel topics of life as analogies to create a more comprehensive and cohesive understanding of any given assignment or concept that the students are trying to achieve or learn. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Flute Drums Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Hi all! I am a passionate instructor love working with students on their on journey and to move the forward to success! In 2019, I graduated with honors from the prestigious jazz performance program at The New School. I am a multi instrumentalists and have experience teaching Saxophone, flute, drums, piano and guitar. I'm performing around NYC city with several music acts as well as touring internationally. my musical journey started with the piano when I was 6, so I have more then 20 years experience studying music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Conga Latin Percussion

I'm a caring and compassionate teacher that tailors my lessons to accommodate each student's level of interest and ability. I set realistic goals for my students so they may achieve regular success in their studies. Learning to play a musical instrument is hard work and yet, it should also be fun. Finding the perfect balance between the two seeming opposites is how I keep my students motivated and working towards getting better. Read More