Drum Lessons in East Hazel Crest, IL

Instruments: Piano Drums Bass Guitar

My diverse musical upbringing included piano, guitar, bass, singing, and recording in any style I could think of. I went on to play bass guitar at a professional level in bar bands and on cruise ships, and piano and organ at a professional level in churches. I've studied the drums voraciously for the past decade, earning a Master's in Music Performance from Duquesne University, and playing rock and jazz with musically adventurous friends and colleagues. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion

I realize all students have individuals personalities and needs. I tailor my methods to help the students achieve their individual goals. I enjoy watching my students grow as musicians and people, find satisfaction knowing I can help them succeed in obtaining their dreams as musicians. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Latin Percussion Djembe

One of the greatest signs that shows that we did a good work with student, as educators, is when student reach on that level that he/her start finding new things in music that are also new for us educators as well. At this moment in music creativity, both, students and educators, start teaching one each other while they are enjoying the beauty of music. The uncertainty becomes the main focus in music sense, since neither professor nor student know what new element will show up during next class of performing some tune. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Double Bass Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

i love music and very passionate in teaching music. I truly love and enjoy working w/ kids and adults and special needs of all abilities and levels in all age groups. I majored in music/theater at UW Parkside 89', 2000,2001,2002. Studied music at Alverno College in Milwaukee,Wi. in 93' . I have been performing music professionally for over 40 plus years regionally and nationally in a multitude of styles all over the USA. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Recorder Euphonium Tuba Mallet Percussion

In 2010, I graduated from VanderCook College of Music with a Bachelor's in Music Education. I have played in a variety of instrumental ensembles on different instruments, from euphonium, trombone, marimba and drum-set to name a few. I am motivated to helping people accomplish their goal of learning their instrument. I teach music for Chicago Public Schools and have started a music program at my school teaching, marching band, guitar, choir, drum-line and orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I began teaching private drum set lessons during my first year as an Eastern Illinois University student. I taught lessons for just about three years while in college. At one point, I had about 14 students to teach and fit into my busy schedule. I've learned a lot from that experience and now know how to manage time efficiently with a heavy teaching load. Teaching is a very rewarding experience especially when I can see the progress in my student's performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Bass Guitar Organ

I do that by simply finding out what they enjoy. And when I find what they love I teach it to them. For ex. teaching them how to play their favorite songs or to play the theme song from their favorite tv show. Small things like this are what keeps students engaged and exited about lessons. The excited created bring pure joy to students and that joy bring peace and happiness to me. Read More