Drum Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Drums

I remember being in grade school. I only wanted to learn things that interested me. One of those things was drumming. Since I was genuinely passionate about it, I had no problem working through hours of tedious practice to learn the skills I have today. I can still lose track of time while practicing. This is what is required to reach higher levels of any endeavor. My goal is to show my students why they need to practice what I'm teaching. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Orchestral Percussion

It is important to me to get to know each student, and to custom tailor the curriculum for him or her. Method books appropriate to the instrument and level of skill are a large part of my teaching, and I also try to use technology and muti-media to make instruction more interesting and relevant. I use teaching strategies and techniques that help students progress faster with less frustration. I emphasize reading music versus learning by note, and continually look for ways to make lessons interesting, creative, and fun. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion

I come up with a customized lesson plan for each of my students that will stay on the best possible path to success. Based on skill level, all lessons are geared toward progressing to a goal that the student sets while setting individual milestones. I choose a method book that is most appropriate for the student. When I work with beginner students, I typically will use a year one method book such as Essential Elements. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Conga, Latin Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Even though I have an expertise in guitar, I play and teach jazz piano and classical as well. Songwriting, arranging and recording. Being a band director in the past, I have extensive knowledge on all band instruments. My instruments of choice I would like to teach are guitar, piano, bass, Strings including Cello and Upright Bass, Clarinet, Percussion. My hope is to take lessons with me because I have extensive knowledge of instrumental music for37 years Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Orchestral Percussion, Music, Keyboard

As I focus on the musical needs and interests of my students, I strive to create life-long musicians. My lessons are structured into activities that incorporate various aspects of music appreciation: Music theory, music history, music technology, performance practice, etc. (making such lessons comprehensive). Typically, we begin with a repertoire of warm-up exercises custom-tailored to your instrument but also for your current skill level and learning style (as created by me). Read More