Drum Lessons in Lorain, OH

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

My interest in a variety of musical styles has given me the opportunity to meet a lot of great musicians from different backgrounds. It has also opened my eyes to a variety of ways of thinking about music. I received a Master of Music degree in Percussion Performance from Bowling Green State University in 2012. I've performed recently with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra as a section percussionist, and I frequently play drum set with a band that plays for corporate events, private parties, and concert series. Read More

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion

My method varies for each student since every student will learn differently. I start by assessing where a student is at in terms of skill level and what their intentions are for learning how to play drums/percussion. For younger students, I'll start with getting their coordination together so they can begin to play and be involved in the learning process. After that, I'll begin to teach fundamentals and stylistic things to get them going. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

I encourage and explain aspects of music theory in addition to playing techniques in lessons. I like to find out what kind of music my students really enjoy and I integrate that into my lessons. Seeing my students succeed is a very rewarding experience and I tailor my lessons to ensure that sense of progress and accomplishment is developed every week. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums

I feel that I can develop a great rapport with students, and am able to relate to their musical interests no matter what their preferred style(s). Due to the extensive and varied experience I have gained, I am able to develop exercises and choose materials that are relevant to each individual student's needs and goals. My greatest reward is seeing my students gain confidence and the passion for making music that I have known throughout my life. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I have been playing drums since I was seven years old and I specialize in jazz, blues, rock, reggae, and afro-cuban styles. My extensive education includes coursework from Hartt School of Music, Berklee College of Music, University of Miami, San Francisco State University, performing at each school and all over the United States and Canada. I can help perfect your technique including posture and ergonomics; develop your rudiments and sense of time; teach you dynamics and how to play in the ensemble setting; Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Orchestral Percussion

I teach the fundamentals of an instrument at all times while guiding the student down the musical path they choose. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is straightforward and practical, always emphasizing the goals of each student specifically. The benefits of reading and understanding sheet music as it relates to your instrument far outweigh those of simple tablature used for guitar and banjo etc. However, in some cases it is practical to use non-traditional forms of instruction. A good teacher's goal is to help the student advance, even if it doesn't happen in a pre-conceptualized fashion. Read More