Drum Lessons in Northtown, IL

Instruments: Drums

My lessons typically include warm up, stretch, book work and creative playing. My various warm ups include the open closed open technique with rudiments, great hands for a life time by the Tommy Igoe, and the rudimental Ritual by the late great Alan Dawson. The books I work from are rooted in jazz and pop but can be applied to anything in-between, with repetition as the key element. Mindfulness in the musical world (being aware of how your mind and body works best with your instrument) is something all of my students will learn to love and embrace as a tool for all areas of life, not just music performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Keyboard Djembe

I am an innovative artist, teacher, and spiritual worker in Chicago. I play in several groups (Bassel & The Supernaturals, Gramps The Vamp, Abud: A Band, Sosha Wolf), and lead projects of my own (Here & Now, Presence Jazz, False Gods, Cold Seasons). My projects tour nationally, and have released several original albums. I graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 2010 with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, and have since been working as a professional musician. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion

For beginners, I typically start with Stick Control: For the Snare Drummer by George Lawrence Stone, and The Drumset Musician by Rod Morganstein. Once the student has grasped the fundamentals, I sculpt the lesson plan depending on the style(s) the student would like to learn, from Rock and Funk to Jazz, Latin and more. For intermediate to advanced students, I try to figure out what goals the student would like to achieve, and then plan a lesson that will help the student achieve those goals. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Having graduated from Professional Pedagogical University majoring in music and sound recording I started giving private bass and guitar lessons. Running a band from 2009 I've played tons of live shows and recorded 2 LPs and 4 EPs. With a Master's degree in Philosophy and international learning experience, I developed my teaching and professional skills to be shared with you. My teaching philosophy is: Fun and proficiency go hand in hand, and no need to make a subject more difficult than it is. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga

I strive to create an atmosphere of fun and creativity in my studio. This is done while simultaneously building a strong foundation of technique, posture, and musicality in all of my students, regardless of their age or experience level. I have no personal agenda when instructing. I consider myself merely a means for the student's own personal and musical development. Lesson structure depends on the individual's goals. If the student hopes to nail an audition for a spot in a high school's drumline, then we will work on snare drum technique and concentration during private practice and during performance. 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 teach a early childhood program and classes music and movement for babies,toddlers, 3y to 5y ages, 5y to 8y ages, mixed ages, and 9y. to pre-teens and teens called Musikgarten. I am licensed and bonded music instructor. I teach general music to ages 3y to 103y. To all styles, levels, experiences. I teach reading, sight reading, tabs, ear training, music theory, writing, arranging, musical theater, opera, rock opera, all styles of music, performance, stage confidence and showmanship, memorization, composition, competition, teach in a multitude of musical styles to cater to the individual music student. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Music

Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club Coca-Club, NYC), gave benefit concerts to raise money for social justice work, performed and provided instruction at underfunded public schools in the Ohio/New Jersey/ New York area. Throughout my playing career, I have been very fortunate to tour and perform all around the world from places such as the Colosseum in Rome, Lincoln Center in New York, to the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Read More