Percussion Lessons In Person and Online

Areas of Study

Snare Drum, Drum Set, Keyboard Percussion, Hand Percussion, Concert Percussion Accessories

Regardless of the chosen instrument or musical genre, my students work on the 'four pillars' of music:

  technique, musicality, repertoire, and critical listening. 

Technique

Good technique is mandatory for a long, productive career. Additionally, proper technique allows your musical mind to express itself freely while protecting you from future potential injury. I teach techniques that most won't organically encounter in playing situations. Some of the methods that I have expertise in are listed below.

 

  1. Matched Grip (German, French, American)
  2. Traditional Grip
  3. Moeller Technique
  4. Push/Pull Technique
  5. Rudiments
  6. Independence
  7. Reading notation

Musicality

Having great technique is important. But it is only part of the equation unless it can be used musically. Our

lessons devote copious amounts of time demonstrating real-world experience of how to make and execute musical choices that will make you an in-demand musician. I regularly teach the following topics of musicality.

 

  1. Musical styles 
  2. Time Keeping
  3. Phrasing
  4. Soloing
  5. Musical Problem Solving
  6. Improvising
  7. Chart interpretation

Repertoire

It's imperative to know the definitive literature of your discipline. In lessons, we learn the great music and performers of numerous, diverse genres. When appropriate, we learn from time-tested, classic methods that have shaped our pedagogical tradition and helped countless musicians. Taking this knowledge to the stage or lesson studio will elevate your knowledge and musical depth.

Critical Listening

Without question, the best musicians are the best listeners. When students reach a satisfactory level of technique it's important to develop critical listening skills to interpret how great musicians interact and use their technique and musicality.  I can show you how to develop this craft and transfer it to performance situations. By using a combination of analytical skills, transcription, and interaction, you can bring this highly coveted expertise to any musical situation you encounter.