Percussion Lessons in Mead. Amazing Teachers.

Dave studied Afro-Cuban Percussion, Percussion and Drums at the University of Northern Colorado, the nation's 3rd largest Jazz school. He brings 17+ years of education and teaching experience to the table.

I am thrilled to hear that you or your kid is ready to start taking drum lessons! I have been teaching drum set and percussion for ten years, and last year finished my master's in percussion performance at CU, after a music education degree in Michigan.

I start my students off with "repeat after me" style exercises, to develop technique, coordination, and musical tone on the instruments. Then, we can dig into playing the music (s)he loves! I'm always curious to hear if there is a certain band or drummer my student admires.

Scholastic methods and rudiments, sight reading, timing, dynamics, and all of the fundamentals for percussion in concert band, marching band, drum corps, and orchestra.

I have been a musician for 29yrs. with Alto Sax being my Primary Instrument. Being a Woodwind player I also play Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, and Percussion. I have performed in many large/medium/small venues with many Bands and Ensembles throughout my career. I have also, been a Georgia Certified Teacher, member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, and member of the Music Educators National Conference for 14yrs. Most recently as an educator in Clayton County I performed with other musicians at a County production of "The Wiz".

Taking percussion lessons online is a great option at this time. I have taught percussion lessons for 47 years and have been a band instructor in the public schools. I emphasize good technique, sight-reading skills, improvisation and applying these skills to repertoire in preferred styles. I primarily take beginning percussion students on snare drum, bass drum and bells.

I am a professional percussion performer and educator. I would love to teach you the basic technique, sound concept and repertoire of all kinds of percussion instruments. I teach any age and level of study. I hope to share my knowledge and experience to you.

- Any level of study
- Beginning Students: Lessons would cover basic technique, sound concept, rhythm, sight reading and rudimentary knowledge of different kinds of percussion instruments (studio lesson preferred)
- Intermediate - Advanced Students:
Preparing for any percussion competition, audition and performance or solo percussion repertoire

Instruments available in the studio: 5.0 octave marimba, 3.0 xylophone, a collection of snare drums, timpani and other orchestral accessories.