Drum Lessons in Rahway, NJ

Instruments: Drums

At 14, Will had his first paying professional gig playing a production of Little Shop of Horrors in SE Michigan, where a community theater scene provided work and experience leading up to studying at the LA Music Academy in 2007. Will spent the next several years in Austin, TX and Los Angeles, CA working as a drummer playing many styles of music including top 40, jazz, funk, rock roll, country, etc. It's this real world playing experience that Will utilizes in teaching and passing on knowledge as well preparing students for a potential career as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My approach to teaching is individualized. Each students has their own potential that as a teacher I will help them realize. I pride myself on being a listener, and will always allow field any questions or concerns during lessons. Each student progresses at their own speed, and I make sure to be realistic with my goals for them. As a teacher, patience is necessary in order to promote steady growth. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Clarinet Drums Recorder Euphonium Tuba Keyboard

My Music teaching experience dates back to my Junior High School days, being only 14 years old, as I began teahing other students who played and performed in school, along with me, and also instructed some of their younger siblings. Encouraing regular practice on a consistent daily basis, is one of the key points that I emphasize to all of my students, as it produces student progress and aquisation of essential Musical literature. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have had a passion for music since I was ten years old, and I would love nothing more than to share that passion with the next generation of young musicians. I graduated with a degree in jazz performance from Rutgers University in 2020, and have performed all across the country with several phenomenal musicians, at venues such as Feinstein's 54 Below, Count Basie Theater, Carnegie Hall, and numerous colleges and universities across the east coast. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

As a teacher I try to inspire my students. Whether its playing a song for them to motivate them, breaking things down to the most simple element, I approach teaching in a pragmatic way. Everyone is a little different when it comes to learning, so my job is to somewhat cater the lesson to the student in order that they get the most out of it. I encourage students to practice and I follow up on the assignments given. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a passionate and excited instructor who loves working with students of all ages and levels. I am currently in the dissertation phase of my doctoral degree at Yale and teach full time at the University of Bridgeport. I have played in several professional settings as a member of an orchestra, jazz band, concerto soloist, solo recitals and more! I specialize in classical percussion, but love teaching beginner guitar and piano as well. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For me, witnessing the "ah-hah" moment in a student's face is priceless. It means that a certain concept or idea has been understood by the student. I use the first lesson to find out what the student is inspired by and what aspect of their playing they wish to improve on depending on their age and skill level. Once I find out what inspires them, I'll be better informed as how to keep them inspired and moving towards certain goals. Read More