Drum Lessons Lorain County, OH

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

I use a variety of method books for drum set, mallet percussion, and snare drum, depending on the student's level and their area of interest. I also share exercises and approaches that I have picked up over the years from teachers and other sources, and I often create exercises on the spot to address the student's unique needs. One of the primary issues that I think is important to address is developing an efficient and effective practice method. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Latin Percussion

I absolutely LOVE music!!! Let me say that first. I really enjoy playing, listening to, teaching, and learning about music. Most of my playing experience came from growing up in the church and playing in various school and extracurricular music groups. I currently play professionally but I enjoy giving back to students what others have given me over the years. I hope to do the same for my students. My favorite styles are rock, CCM, Contemporary Gospel, RB, Latin, and Pop/Electronica. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Orchestral Percussion

if you're a righty we will lead with the left. If you are a lefty we will lead with the right. I focus on evenness while playing and the only way to do that is to work on your "non-dominate" side. Every student; Beginner, novice or professional I work with on this. It opens you up to better independent drumming. We work on reading, writing, counting, sticking technique, rudiments, and drumset grooves for beginners. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Music

With these programs, I have managed inventory, concert band ensemble placements, programming for solo ensemble events, and coordinated with teams of instructional staff. In these positions, I also taught the middle school percussion sections. I have an excellent record as a student, holding both a Master of Arts in Percussion Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Miami University, receiving several honors and awards for academic excellence. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience has dated back to 2002 when I began instructing professionally. Since then I have had the opportunity to help students reach their goals. I am a person who believes that if you are passionate about your craft you will see progress. I believe that music should be fun as well as work. It is something that I have seen time and time again as student progress from the beginner stages to more advanced stages. Read More