Drum Lessons in Massapequa Park, NY

Instruments: Drums

My favorite moment is when the student hears himself or herself actually playing the beat or fill that I have been instructing. Reaching this point repeatedly keeps my students practicing and engaged in the process of learning drums. My teaching occurs both on the drumset and on the drum pad. Regular use of the drum pad builds rudimentary skills, grip and forearm strength, and patience and listening skills, all of which are necessary to get where we want to go. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

I typically like to start lessons with a warm up, and this is a good opportunity to see what level a student's technique is at. I immediately address anything that I see to be problematic in the student's technique, and we start working on ways to improve it as soon as possible. These can be simple exercises and when I see that my students are improving in these exercises and that their technique has gotten better, I always make sure that they also notice the difference and give them a sense of accomplishment. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Keyboard

I am a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music and have recently moved to NYC. At Berklee, I played in ensembles led by Ralph Peterson, Neal Smith, Walter Beasley, Billy Kilson, Joanne Brackeen and many other incredible teachers. I have studied with Casey Scheuerell, Neal Smith, Kim Plainfield and Billy Kilson. I have years of teaching experience beginning in high school to present day. I am comfortable teaching ALL LEVELS of drum set and beginner to intermediate piano. Read More

Instruments: Drums

With over 30 years of experience touring and performing, I enjoy sharing concepts and methods of study that have helped me throughout my career. I graduated in 1993 from Kean University with a Bachelor of Management Science degree and a minor in music. Performing around the world with a variety of artists has given me the opportunity to perform at the JVC Jazz Festival, New Orleans Jazz Festival and the North Sea Jazz Festival to name a few. Read More

Instruments: Voice Drums

My teaching has enabled me to work with young musicians of all ages and skill types. The approach I take is technique driven, while at the same time, expressive, musically sensitive, and fun! Voice students will learn English and foreign language diction, ear training and sight-singing, proper posture, stage presence, confidence, and healthy vocal production suitable for all styles of singing. Drum students will learn the importance of snare drum rudiments, how to read drum charts, the nuances of various styles, as well as, develop dexterity and increase muscular function and independence. Read More

Instruments: Drums

One of the most important things that I strive for is seeing a student enjoy themselves and discover a passion for music like I did. This is why I make sure my students are having fun and learning at their own pace. I will guide my students to set realistic goals that they can achieve by our next lesson time, and push them to express their own creativity and interests in their playing. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I am a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. Ive been playing drums and percussion for almost 15 years. In 2014, I graduated with my AA degree in Music from Valencia College in Orlando, FL, and in 2018 I graduated with my BA in Music Performance from Florida Gulf Coast University in Ft. Myers, FL. Throughout my years studying higher education, I have performed in countless academic and professional settings that have allowed me to have allowed me to fully grasp what it means to be a professional musician. Read More