Drum Lessons in Brentwood, TN

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Djembe

For jazz, I teach out of John Riley's, "The Art of Bop Drumming." For Cuban and Brazilian percussion, I teach out of Ed Uribe's, "The Essence of Afro-Cuban Percussion and Drum Set," and "The Essence of Brazilian Percussion and Drum Set." For Rudimental Snare Drum I teach out of Charley Wilcoxon's, "The All-American Drummer," and for Concert Snare Drum I teach out of Mitchell Peters' Snare Drum Studies Books. For Mallet Percussion, I teach out of Morris Goldenberg's, "The Modern School For Xylophone, Marimba and Vibraphone." Read More

Instruments: Drums

Hi!   I'm a professional drummer who loves to teach the tools of the trade to anyone interested and willing to learn.  My passion for music began at a very young age, and I started playing drums when I was 14.  I attended the one of the top rated music schools in the country, Berklee College of Music, and graduated with a degree in Drum Set Performance.  I've had the opportunity to travel overseas and share my work with huge audiences, in many different genres of music. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I approach teaching by meeting my students where they are and addressing their goals. However, there are fundamental techniques that apply to any application and musical setting that we will cover extensively so that you are prepared to play anything. We will also work on reading and groove. I have played virtually all styles of music common in the USA and am prepared to teach my students how to play them well. Read More

Instruments: Voice Drums

My teaching style has a lot to do on the student's needs and wants for they own playing. Giving a student a concept and watching it unfold in front of you is what gives me the fuel to keep fueling the student. Independency during lessons helps the student learn what works for them instead of me pushing it at them. During their own practice, I won't be there to address every mistake. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

I'm a blessed man who has a talent I don't deserve, and I adore sharing with others. My recent acceptance as an Artist Endorser for Soultone Cymbals, is an honor indeed! I love Drum Workshop drums and hardware. I'm fortunate enough to share my skills with a band called Well-Known Strangers, and volunteer on the Great Lakes Church music team,. My studio is located in my residence. We will focus our time on your wishes since it's your skills we are developing. Read More

Instruments: Drums

The most important thing for me is to make sure my students are having fun and developing an interest and deep appreciation for their craft. By taking into account their personal goals and aspirations, while also implementing long and short-term goals, my students enjoy rapid progress and develop a strong passion for drums. Read More