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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Drum lessons in Manhattan . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Orchestral Percussion
I focus on nurturing a students natural curiosity, while helping them find the tools to pursue their own musical interests. Many of my younger students prefer to use technology to connect with music (learning how songs are recorded, and the theory behind songwriting), but I also work with more serious students to prepare for college auditions, state/regional jazz band, etc. My methods differ depending on a student's own goals, but they generally all will start with a technical exercise, an exercise designed to get the student thinking critically, and an application of the concepts we're learning. Read More
Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion
Everyone who picks up an instrument is not going to tour the world as a musician. While this is true, every student can play and be proud. It is my job to help students progress and reach that level. I like to keep lessons light in attitude, but still put responsibility on my students. Work outside of lessons is a must for progress, even if only ten minutes is all that is possible. One of my goals is to show students how to reflect on whatever work they are doing and tell for themselves whether it is good work or not. Read More
Instruments: Drums
I am a very patient and motivated instructor. I really enjoy working with students from beginners to advanced sharing my love of music. I was born and raised in Brazil (Recife) which I have a very good knowledge about all the folkloric rhythms from Brazil. I have been playing playing drums since I was 13 years old but I started taking formal lessons at the age of 16. In 1998, I studied at Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and in 2005 I studied at Drummers Collective in New York City. Read More
Instruments: Piano Drums Bass Guitar Double Bass Oboe English Horn Music
I always create my own custom lesson plans for my students that are tailored to each student's individual development, needs, and musical taste. A really important starting point for all of students is knowing what kind of music they love. I like to help my students develop a list of "goals", pieces, songs, styles, etc that they want to play and work up to, and I use this to create our lesson plans. Read More
Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe
I love every new musical experience and strive myself to be prepared for any gig that might come my way, and I try my best to instill that in my students as well. I do my best to expose my students to all kids of music with new listening assignments every lesson. I also strongly encourage them to bring in songs they already know that they want to learn. We cover all the important techniques and fundamentals while still making it fun and interesting. Read More
Instruments: Drums
I've been teaching drums for twelve years after spending my working life in the music business. I have worked in many facets of the music business including recording and touring. I have also worked as an A&R executive at a major record label. In my career, I have worked with Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Duran Duran, Bob Dylan and many more. That's why when a student enters my drum studio the walls are lined with gold and platinum record awards which give it a professional and musical atmosphere. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Drums Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard
Prior to enrolling in a music school, I developed an unexpected interest in teaching. Assisting struggling peers brought self awareness and inevitably made me, as well as the overall group better, allowing me to understand a connection between music performance and education. Time spent at the school of music, teaching or exchanging ideas and skills between peers solidified my thoughts, the exchange between student and teacher is mutually beneficial at any level. Read More
Instruments: Voice Drums
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided I wanted to become a professional musician early elementary. I was always passionate about music but I originally wanted to become a drummer. Over the years I gradually grew into desiring other aspect of music.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
First step is to start out slowly, or in slow motion. Coordination is built with repetitions. Get it right at a slow pace and then work on increasing your speed while still practicing the music correctly. Second step is frequent repetition with allotted breaks. These are common practice habits of disciplined performers. Split your practice time into smaller, super-concentrated chunks, working multiple times a day. Finally, practice in your brain, in vivid detail. Visualize playing your music without actually playing it. Put yourself through the music, note by note. Imagine what it feels like to press that key, or take that breath, every step of the way.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I got my inspiration for music from musicians in family. However, I had teachers that inspired me to musically evolve as a musician and branch out to other aspects of me. They inspired me by introducing me to various elements of music. One of my teachers demonstrated the duties of a composer; bringing all instrumentation together in one piece and arranging them into one piece. I thought it was absolutely amazing. Another teacher taught me that understanding other instruments like the piano will help my musicianship in ear training.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
My primary choice was percussion.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I am proud to have worked on multiple platinum records, as well as working in the music department for TV and film.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
I would say, the skill to create something on the spot with no planning while staying in time. Many people who are learning an instrumental have difficulties with incorporating improvisation while not faaling behind of going ahead of time in a music piece.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
My favorite genre of music to play is hip hop, rock and gospel because I can incorporate so many different styles to fit each and every genre. Playing these genres has helped me build a stronger ear for other sub genres.
When will I start to see results?
It depends on what your goals are for your instrument or voice, and how committed you are to getting the results you want. It also depends on what your playing or voice skills are like now, and where you want to be. If you’ve never played or sung before, then I wouldn’t expect you to be phenomenal after a few hours. Equally, if you’ve been performing for 30 years with bad habits, they won’t disappear in one lesson either. The goals you set and the results you experience will grow and evolve as you learn new skills, so really, it depends on you as an individual as much as the training you receive.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
During my courses of music theory, I decided to take guitar and piano lessons to under stand chords and how to arrange properly.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Music runs in both sides of my family. Coming from an African American and Ashkenazic Jewish family I was exposed to different traditions of music. Many in my family are gospel singers, jazz and pop musicians. As for my Jewish heritage, there existed both traditions of religious music, as sung at the synagogue and domestic prayers, and of secular music, such as klezmer.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Informal activities with music should start soon after birth, followed by more systematic classes around age three, and lessons with the goal of learning the instrument should start between six and nine. Keep in mind that these are only guidelines; exceptions will undoubtedly occur based on the child and/or teacher.
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