Drum Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion

I have loved playing drums and percussionsince I was very young, and I enjoy teaching students who want to get out there and play. I played in band in grammar school and high school, and my high shool experience opened up opportunities to play for local cummunity theatre and local rock bands. In 1989 I graduated from theUniversity of Miamiwith a bachelors degree in Music Business and a minor in Jazz Performance. Read More

Instruments: Drums

The basis for my approach is simply pacing for realistic growth and making sure the student understands that becoming skillful takes time. For example, proving that learning the basics extends into even the most advanced skills in percussion and life in general. I will give continuous gratification in their efforts, while still maintaining a regimented schedule to improvement. Additionally, I encourage my students to practice at home and/or outside of lessons with video assignments and feedback at no additional costs. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I have a very unique teaching style in the sense that it is derived from playing in a professional rock band. I'm very versatile and teach many styles as well. I believe in attaining a level of tightness and professionalism through basic fundamentals. I also believe that the process should be fun and gratifying. I look forward to showing what I have to offer and helping you progress and become the best drummer you can possibly be! Read More

Instruments: Drums

Course Discription: Private instruction on drumset. One hour lessons offered in-home or at TFC rehersal studios. Students will receive Private instruction,learning how to develop their musicianship abillities on the selected instument (drum set) through practice and performance of a variety of techniques,exercises and music. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I don't want to be too easy and I don't want to be too hard. We all have life events that keep us from practicing 16 hours a day. Also, you don't want to practice 15 minutes a week either. A good balance between work and play is needed. However, the student will be rewarded for challenging themself- both internally via self esteem and a sense of accomplishment, and externally with praise from me and friends and family. Read More