Drum Lessons Illinois

Instruments: Drums

Hi! My name's Nick, I'm a student at Northwestern University studying music education! I've been playing drums for nearly a decade. I got my start playing at local clubs in Minneapolis under the mentorship of the top musicians in the Twin Cities . I was admitted to the Bienen school of music at Northwestern University to pursue a jazz performance degree under the guidance of world-acclaimed musicians. In 2022, I decided instead to pursue a degree in music education, studying instrumental and general classroom music with leading field experts. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums

I started teaching towards the end of high school and continued in college and beyond! I found it beneficial to be teaching students while still being a student myself. Having great teachers in my life has shaped my own approach to teaching. I discovered that when I was able to study what I was truly excited about, my capacity to learn and improve my craft increased exponentially! To that end, I encourage students to bring in original material as well as "covers" that they are interested in to build a repertoire. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Drums, Bass Guitar

I adjust my teaching based on the particular student. For adults I take the lessons in whatever direction they like. Subjects covered are more often than not dictated by the student's interest. For children I do take their interests into account but also guide them towards getting better at their instrument. Reading music is an important thing for all my students. Read More

Instruments: Drums

    I believe in teaching solid fundamentals, proper technique and good music sight reading skills. Some of the methods and method books I use are as follows: The Moeller Technique, The Gladstone Technique, The Speed Stroke (Finger Control), Alfred’s Drum Method Book 1, Alfred’s Beginner Drumset Method, Stick Control, Accents and Rebounds, Master Studies, Charley Wilcoxon Rudimental Solos, Syncopation, Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer, Rudimental Jazz, The Art of Bop Drumming, Bop and Beyond, The New Breed, 1001 Drum Grooves, Realistic Rock, Mini-Monster Book of Rock Drumming, Joe Franco’s Double Bass Drumming, Mike Clark’s Funk Drumming, The Total Blues Drummer and The Art of Latin Drumming for the Drumset. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion, Music

If they are frustrated, I work out the problem with them. If they are very eager to learn a specific exercise, then I stay out of their way but remain present to lend a guiding hand. My goal is to create not just great drummers, but great musicians, and when I see my students exude joy in playing, making mistakes, trying again, and exploring unknown territories, I know that I am making strides toward this goal. Read More