Drum Lessons in Bagdad. Amazing Teachers.

Beginning to Intermediate Drum lessons and beats that are actually used in today's and yesteryear's "hit songs".

It's no secret, drums is the backbone or "foundation" to any hit song.

I break down drumming to its most basic rudiments so that you will grow by leaps and bounds instead of just crawling along.

You have to walk before you can run so getting it right initially is very important to moving forward and getting you playing your favorite songs quickly and accurately..

I'm a full time touring musician, I studied music in school for 8 years, but I can honestly say I've learned more about music through my years as a touring musician. I find great joy in sharing all the things I've learned over the years.

I like getting to know my students; their expectations and goals as an aspiring drummer, and I build my curriculum around their needs.

In my lessons you can expect to learn, and have fun!

My music lessons are fun and educational. Students are busy and dealing with life. Music should not be another thing you "get through". Whether you're young and dealing with multiple subjects in school or you're an adult with a job and responsibilities, music should be the place to escape all of that. I want to teach you whatever you would like to learn and develop a curriculum based on your own wants.

Want to learn songs from your favorite bands? Great! Let's do that!

Want to prepare for college auditions to become a music major? I can help you with that!

Want to play music with your friends and be a part of a cool band? I've been there and done that, and can help you with that too.

Whatever your reason for playing music, whether its for fun or scholarships or auditions or whatever, music should be FUN! I want to help you with that.

There are materials like "Stick Control" and "Survival Guide for the Modern Drummer" but at the end of the day, I want to help you play music, ...

Discover your creative potential on the drums! Learn songs! Improve your reading chops! Spice up your groove! Explore some new fill ideas! I've been performing, teaching and delivering drum clinics around the world for over twenty years. I work with individuals with special needs and I love teaching beginners. I'm an on call, freelance musician in Nashville, TN, where I'm blessed to call home. If you're excited and passionate about learning new things on the drum set thru Take Lessons then let's get together!

No matter if you are a beginner starting from scratch or an adult who is looking to expand upon your abilities, I will customize each lesson to fit your interests and help you progress. I have extensive professional playing experience with several different orchestras and ensembles. I have also spent time behind a drumset and can teach you a variety of different styles. I can help you become the percussionist you want to be.