Drum Lessons in Gaylordsville, CT

Instruments: Drums

My methods include George Lawrence Stone, Ted Reed, Jim Chapin and more.  These are essential material for all ages of students, from beginners to advanced.  The key to our objective will be learning rudiments, sight reading and four way independence.  The lessons will be guided by the students ability level and fun! With an online learning experience the student will gain the same lesson experience as a one on one lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Matt was gentle, patient, knew when and how to challenge her and above all made learning fun.  Matt continued to teach my daughter into her teenage years and when it was time to choose a high school Matt prepared her for her audition at LaGuardia High School. Her acceptance into this fine performing arts school is something I attribute to Matt.  I truly feel that he would be a great asset to whatever organization that is lucky enough to have him.” -Nelia W. "My daughter has been studying with Matt for several years and really enjoys it. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have enjoyed teaching music since I was in High School. I I enjoy using my experience as a multi-instrumentalist to teach students about the joy of playing with others. Social dynamics in music are important and once a student can learn the basics, I really enjoy encouraging them to find others to play with and learn to experience the music they enjoy on their own. Of course theory and regular practice are both very important. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga

I started studying and playing drum set when I was 12, helped form and perform with a swing dance band as a teenager, and went on to study as an adult with Charlie Tappan, who worked with the legendary drum teacher Henry Adler. Through the course of my career I have performed in just about every style of music. I have played in parades and processions, local childrens' theatre and school musicals, club dates, concerts, recording, and dances. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

I am a hard-work driven individual who loves the art of teaching students. I take my craft very serious, and teach literally everything I know how to, in order to get where I am today. I have traveled a decent part of the world, and have 16+ years experience in playing, recording, mixing and mastering, performing and much more. I literally teach you everything you need to know ranging from posture, to how to perform with stage presence. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums

I am an experienced instrumental music teacher. I have a B.A. and an M.A. in Music Education from the Manhattan School of Music. I have worked as a professional musician and have been teaching music for many years. I played and worked in Tehran, Iran early in my career. I use the software "Finale" to create music for various uses. At my lessons I accompany my students on the piano. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Organ Mandolin Conga

I teach more than 35 years now. It is a great experience combined of mostly private lessons and classroom experience. I am trying to motivate my students according to their interests and also buy using a worldly music knowledge that we inherited form generations of musicians who ever lived on Earth. Works of contemporary musicians are also used as a great tool for inspiration of my students. I encourage my students to performing public, even in a very small scale. Read More