Drum Lessons North Carolina

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Latin Percussion

Konnichiwa! It's Kopi here (you may choose to call me Matt :-) I look forward to potentially working with you, whether you haven't established yourself as a musician yet, or if you consider yourself quite cutting-edge. All styles are present in our lessons according to your wishes and desires, from Rock to Latin Jazz and all styles in between. I teach guitar, drum set, latin percussion, and bass guitar and have studied with graduates of the Music Institute (Hollywood), Berklee School of Music, the Players School of Music and more. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I use a variety of standard drum method books such as "Stick Control" by George Lawerence. I also DVD's and other multi media for lessons. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Principles and structure. This is the only way to learn. When you build a house, you spend more money in setting the foundation. This is my tactic. Every one wants to learn to play efficiently, but this takes time and qualatative effort. Rudiments and drills will be every students daily practice. Any one can hit a cymbal and kick a drum, but only some one who spends quality time can develop skills to adapt to any and all musical genres. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Bass Guitar, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My goal isn't to teach music. My goal is to help my students grow to love music more, and teaching them music is just the means to that end. My one-on-one teaching style is very relaxed and personable. I get to know students as people, and let them get to know me. My teaching philosophy boils down to four words, which any of my marching band students could recite to you: "Get better, have fun." You need both for the experience to be meaningful. Read More

Instruments: Drums

For beginner students, I like to teach them the fundamental beats, rudiments, fills, and styles of playing the drums, and then apply that to their favorite song. For intermediate students, I like to build off of the basics and add in the more advanced concepts that apply to the type of music they want to learn. This practical method of teaching allows me to ensure that my students are learning the technical side of music, while also enjoying what they are learning. Read More