Drum Lessons in Fairfield, OH

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trombone Drums Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Guitar: An exploration of a variety of genres with an emphasis on technique and precision. We will master scales, basic chords, and important chord structures. Lessons will include an introduction to sight-reading and music theory as well as playing by ear, soloing, and songwriting. Bass: Lessons will focus on technique and music theory. We will explore a variety of genres and practice both sight-reading and playing by ear. Drums: Our focus is to learn basic rudiments and patterns while developing coordination. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Music

Zac is recipient of several awards including the Friends of DCI Scholarship, the Lacey/Striple Highland Band and Drum Scholarship, and KK Most Inspirational Band Member Award. Zac is a founding member of the Cincinnati Bengals Growl Drumline as well as director/founder of the Dayton Dragons Drumline. In addition to instructing at Cap City, Zac is currently the percussion director of Miamisburg High School, drumline teacher for Miami University, and a freelance performer and lesson instructor. Read More

Instruments: Drums

My teaching experience dates back to my teenager days, as I began to play in my high school marching band to began to understand rudiments and reading. So coming from church everything I played I could break it down into rudiments. I started teaching private lessons to the kids at my church and other churches, and its been about 9 years or so. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the main key points I like to emphasize to younger students or even anyone really serious about learning. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

Regardless of what percussion studies a student does and does not want to pursue, I start with a strong focus on the nuts and bolts of percussive technique. Doing these techniques can open the door to any number of advanced percussion areas. However, just because rudimentary techniques are necessary doesn't mean they can't be fun! Whatever area of percussion a student is interested in, we immediately begin applying the core areas of technique to that area. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I'm very excited to be teaching lessons here at Musika Lessons. I've been been performing and teaching for 20 years, covering all kinds of genres and styles. My journies have taken me from Ohio, to North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Kansas City, and more. I strive to instill a passion for playing and practicing. I have high energy and a drive for passing on my knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Music Acoustic Guitar

Ambient Studios Producer/Engineer David P. began piano lessons at age eight. During his high school years, he began playing drums and singing at shows around the greater Cincinnati area. David began composing and producing commercial music shortly after graduating high school, working for Panoptic Media. There he created jingles and soundtracks for films, videos, commercials and documentaries. He now has over twenty five years of production experience performing and/or recording with international artists such as Grammy award winner Tyler Childers, Rock Roll Hall of Famer Bootsy Collins, Multi-Grammy award winner Noel Paul Stookey (Peter, Paul, Mary), Guthrie Trapp guitarist for John Oates, Canadian songwriter Hall of Famer Sylvia Tyson, Paul Delph, Michael Jonathon of WoodSongs, The Nashville Celts, Harry Sparks founder of Famous Old Time Music Company, John Goodsall guitarist for Brand X, and C.C. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

Private lessons are a great way to give your musician a fast-track to success! I design each lesson plan tailored to the students' individual needs. Progress is the key component for the pacing of each lesson. The goals set during and between every lesson are realistic and obtainable within a reasonable time frame. It's important for students to feel successful to ensure an enjoyable experience with music as well as motivating them towards future accomplishments. Read More