Murray P.

“Passionate, Highly-Acclaimed, Fun, Professional Drumming Teacher”

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Baltimore, MD, 21229

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- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Ages: 5 & up
- In-Home Lessons: Yes
- In-Studio Lessons: Yes
- Online Lessons: No
Subjects Taught In Person

Drum, Music Theory, Percussion

Education

Morgan State University - Music/Architecture - 2009 (Bachelor's degree received)

Specialties

Gospel, jazz, blues, rock, R&B, pop, Latin, reggae, funk

Lesson Details

My students will quickly learn the basics of drumming, including: stick control, technique, rhythms, drum fills, and licks. It does not matter if you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced drummer. The same time and effort will be exercised. We will have a fun and meaningful time playing, both by ear and by reading music. These lessons will really be hands on using teaching methods such as music books, DVD’s, and playing of my own. Students will have a great time also studying music theory, ...

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About

I was born in Charlestown West Virginia. My musical career started at age 3 when my parents placed a pair of drum sticks in my hands. I started playing drums in church and then progressed to play in middle school where I was apart of the jazz band and orchestra. With some very early lessons, I begin to blossom into a skillful drummer. I then continued to play in bands in high school and, in addition, became apart of the Milford Mill Academy Marching Band. In my sophomore year, I became the ...

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Equipment

In-Studio: Finished basement: drum set, small studio, seating for students & guest.

In-Home: I will bring snare and sticks. For the more advance lesson drum kit if one not provided. For the beginners sticks snare and if they already have a drum kit that is fine too.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by 5 reviewers.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Raymond26 Overall, being a beginner drummer, it was experience. Mr. Murray P is a very professional teacher. His teaching method is excellent. The lessons that Mr. Murray P. taught me, as a beginner, was outstanding. I learn so much in a little bit of time. My rudiment, notes, etc. I have never played drums before, but after learning from Mr. Murray P, I know i would have learn more than enough. My hats off to Mr. Murray P, and I would recommend him to everyone. January 29, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Ades14 A rare gem! I am blown away every week with how engaged and enthused my 7 year old is while under Murray's instruction. His style and technique are clearly adapted to the benefit of the individual student and his professionalism is a breath of fresh air. My child is having so much fun and is thriving in his drumming lesson. We recommend Mr Piper 150 % ! March 7, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Will Great Murray has a fun and outgoing personality that he brings to his teaching. I am 54 years young and am excited when it's time for my lesson. He listens and loves to play himself which allows him to love his job. This all translates to a lesson well worth the money September 8, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by NatalieM Professional and Fun Murray does a great job of encouraging the student while he is teaching. He takes the time needed to explain the very basics before moving onto the more difficult concepts. He played for me and my family after my lesson was over! We really enjoyed it! He knows what he's doing and he has the instrument knowledge to back it up! October 13, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by ReannA Mr. Murray is an excellent teacher He provides a comfortable learning environment. My son loves to go to his class and is very eager to learn. Mr. Murray has been very helpful and has made it easy to find the perfect drum set and other materials needed to practice at home. I'm sure we will be working with him for a very long time. May 23, 2011
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