Drum Lessons Illinois

Instruments: Drums, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Djembe

For beginning students, I like to start with the basic fundamentals of holding the drum sticks properly and how to set up the drum set so its comfortable for the student. Every body type is different and its important to start with that. Then we would move on to learning the basics of different styles and then move on to reading music from method books. With adult students, I find out what they are interested in and work towards their goals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I normally use my own material I'll bring to lessons. I'll usually create a lesson plan that'll focus on all basic fundamentals that are goal-focused, while incorporating songs that'll help reinforce those mechanics! I like to keep lessons fun by bringing music that students enjoy. I also try to encourage and motivate my students to do that from an artistic point of view. I think every human being understands and feels the music in his own different way and my purpose is to unlock and educate this feeling through my lessons. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

I am internationally renowned drummer, percussionist, clinician, writer and educator, I initially received acclaim at age 22 as a clinician/instructor for high school marching bands. Since then I have shared my knowledge and expertise with Bunker Hill High School, East Peoria High School, Metamora High School, St. Stephens High School, East Burke High School, Independence High School, Lake Norman High School, Newton Conover Middle School, Newton Conover High School, North Iredell High School, South Iredell High School, Hickory High High School, East Gaston High School, LakeShore Middle School, LakeShore High School, among others. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Recorder, Euphonium, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Music is an amazing tool for expressing emotions. Therefore, the process of learning an instrument, in my opinion, should not be an emotionless, never changing process. If a student is feeling sad on the day of a lesson, why should I expect them to play a happy tune? If they are excited, why should I limit them to a slow sonata? I believe music is best experienced in the moment, playing what you feel, and as those moments gain more consistency, then more of a focus can be put on long-term goals. 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