Drum Lessons in Seville, OH

Instruments: Drums

Best known for his current work behind contemporary singer-songwriters like Ryan Humbert, Tracey Thomas, and Benjamin Payne, Matts musical journey began at a young age, armed with a pair of wooden spoons and any pot, pan, bucket, and box he could get his hands on. Born to a working class family in suburban Los Angeles, Matt began formal study at the age of nine and progressed rapidly through the curriculum all through elementary, junior high, and high school where he achieved consistent first chair honors in marching, concert, jazz, and percussion ensembles. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums

My initial lesson with the student will involve gauging the interests and skill level of the student, as well as determining what motivates him/her and creates excitement about music. Thereafter, I choose one or two method books which seem to best fit the student's ability level and contain exercises and short etudes which will maintain the student's interest and motivation. I also stay attuned to the student's preferred musical styles, and incorporate techniques that will best serve the music that they prefer to play. Read More

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

I am very much a goal-oriented and visual person, so I like to set clear goals for my students. I like to get to know my students personally and create a more open relationship. Some students learn much quicker than others and that is okay! But, I do always encourage my students to progress using proper techniques to prevent burnout and any injuries. I am very flexible with my students and will always adapt to the way they learn best. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Double Bass Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

After college I continued to gig professionally, tour, and record and kept up a private studio where I taught upright bass, electric bass and guitar. I kept working and added voice, piano, drums and ukulele to the roster of instruments that I could teach after working for BandWorks- a school of rock- and at the Bird School of Music. I've played a diverse range of music from Afro-beat, Latin, Latin Jazz, RB and Soul to Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop, Pop, Avant-garde, Jam, Americana, and Bluegrass and it has helped me to see the fundamental similarities that exist in all styles. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

It's important to me that private lessons incorporate dialogue as much as possible. A student's feedback and questions are invaluable when deciding how to proceed. Rather than handing the student new materials from week to week without regard for their personal needs, I prefer to really dig in and figure out what their specific barriers to improvement are. I believe that the best way to do that is open communication, and I try to encourage that by conveying my excitement for music and learning at every lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I can teach you how to read both drum and vibraphone music including jazz voicings and improvisation. I work with students at every level from beginner to expert... you just tell me exactly what you want to work on and we will take it from there. I will teach you on your own drums and show you how to achieve the best sound possible including how to setup and tune your drums. Read More