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Learn to play drums by Ear! 

I emphasize that I teach more on the basis of doing rather than by a book, although time is still well spent on learning fundamental techniques and rudiments etc that you will find in books. Drumming is an awesome mental and physical skill set to have. For many, it becomes a lifestyle. The more you enjoy the learning process, the more you will play/practice and the better you will become!

Depending on your skill level, lessons will focus on:

1) Learning and playing rudiments, which are a basis for not only coordination/ambidexterity and muscle memory, but also as a foundation for many fills and beats 

2) Learning to  listen to songs to learn beats (how to break down the beats and parts) 

3) Learning beats/parts from songs you want to play (drumming is like learning a foreign language; repetition and imitation are key elements to mastery) because you are far more likely to spend the time necessary to practice when you are playing/learning to play the things you love. (This method also shows you how to play in relation to other instruments. You want to be complimentary, not annoying!)

Based on your goals, desires and progress, I can adjust each session accordingly. 

My biggest style influences are Buddy Rich, Ginger Baker, Carter Beauford (Dave Matthews Band), Jose Pasillas (Incubus) and Midorin of J.A.M. Drumming is supposed be fun and if book exercises bore you, come jam with me! My philosophy is that learning is best done by doing and drumming is no different.  I teach a style most similar to the drummers I've listed. Let's drum!

I've been drumming for over 20 years and have loved every beat of it! I've learned to play by ear and will make you an accomplished drummer the same way. My biggest style influences are Buddy Rich, Ginger Baker, Carter Beauford, Jose Pasillas and Midorin of J.A.M. Drumming is supposed be fun and if book exercises bore you, come jam with me! My philosophy is that learning is best done by doing and drumming is no different. When drumming is fun and makes you feel good, you are far more likely to practice, progress and achieve an impressive skill set, hobby and outlet for your creativity!

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