Drum Lessons in Sherman Park, WI

Instruments: Piano Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Djembe

I am a percussionist , drummer and beginning piano instruction. I have a music degree as well a master's degree in education. I have been teaching for the past 20 years with both school age student's as well as adults in individual and group settings. Did projects such as Music to My Ears project which won an international award. Did a presentation at the U.S. Music Therapy conference on this project that was done at Kindcare in Milwaukee while working with adults with severe developmental disabilities. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Every student is unique. I have taught beginners up to working professionals. Some students request a certain plan of study and I can easily adapt to their needs. As I have mentioned earlier I have played in almost every kind of musical setting. Stylistically it does not matter what a student may want to focus on. I can help guide my students to reach their goals. For beginning students, I try to establish a good foundation in reading, technique and musical application. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I enjoy teaching students of all ages and levels with a focus on a variety of styles for drumset. My extensive background in performance of Rock, Country, Jazz, Funk, etc. provides the flexibility to focus on each students particular area of interest. I believe in helping students understand the basics of theory and technique to ensure there is a foundation to practice and maximize improvement. I have a very calm and friendly teaching style that promotes positive reinforcement and helps each student realize their unique skills. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Double Bass Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I truly love to see and help my music students reach their goals and achievements in music and the arts. My goals are to work w/ every music student where they are and help them become the best they can be and teach, mentor them, guide them, give them the proper musical instruction that they want to reach their ultimate musical goals. every student is unique in their own way and i work w/ each music student from where they are and want to be , at the rate of speed they want to accomplish and be accomplished solid great complete musicians /performers/artist and entertainers. Read More

Instruments: Drums

First things first. We will use ourearsto learn music before we spend time reading what musiclooks likeon paper. This is especially true when learning to play the drum set. How many rock or jazz drummers do you see reading music on stage? This is not because they can't, rather it shows that drum set playing is more about interpreting music--not necessarily playing it exactly the same all the time. This skill involves our ears, not our eyes. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

Throughout the years, I have gained a great deal of knowledge about drumming and music in general. A passion of mine is sharing that knowledge with students of all ages and I know I have a lot to offer. My experience includes meeting various famous musicians, which was very inspiring. It changed the way I looked at my life as a musician, my technique, and style. These top notch drummers and musicians gave me great advice that I'll never forget. Read More

Instruments: Drums Orchestral Percussion

I began teaching privately during the spring of 2018. I taught private orchestral percussion and drum set lessons at my home studio as well as high schools in the area. Since then, I accepted a position as a summer music instructor at Lakes Community High School in Lake Villa, IL. I taught 5th - 8th graders who were interested in getting more involved in their own music programs. I am eager to find more opportunities to spread music within various communities. Read More