Drum Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano, Drums, Synthesizer, Accordion, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion

My approach to teaching is tokeep students interested, lessons fun, all while growing their experience andproficiencyattheirinstrument. Positive feedback is very important and is something I do in every lesson. Constantly communicating with them on how they are feeling, stayingupdatedon their goals andaspirationsas well as letting them know what my expectations are from them, help create a positivelearningenvironment. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student understand a concept and express the feeling of wanting to learn more! Read More

Instruments: Drums

My first priority is to make sure the student has fun. This keeps my second priority in check, which is to teach the student as much as I can in the short amount of time we have. There is so much I love about drumming that I want to share, and the focused, eager, and attentive students receive the full benefit of my teaching style. However, many students are more relaxed, so I adjust my pace accordingly. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Conga, Djembe

This year (2013), I am celebrating my 25th year of playing drums professionally and my 15th year of teaching. I have loved playing the drums and making music from the first time i ever grabbed a stick and connected with a drum. I have never wanted to do anything else with my life and i love sharing my knowledge about the power of making music and all the different ways that investing the time to learn an instument can pay off in a person's life. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Recorder, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

For beginners I ask what are their favorite songs and go from there. If they do not know then I usually play a popular song. I hope to get the beginner attuned with playing along and the importance of timing. With my guidance the student builds their own beginner book through our lessons. I give all students activities to work on during the week that I expect for them to show me at the next lesson. Read More

Instruments: Drums

As the student progresses they will be able to work on some of their own preferred songs as well. They will learn how to adapt to the needs of the song, and add what might make it better. I stress repetition, so muscle memory and speed are instinctive, and as a drummer consistent practice is imperative. For more advanced students I will assess where they are at, address any holes in learning, and adjust my instructions based on this. Read More