Murray, NE Percussion Lessons

Classical Percussion
Proper technique
Repertoire
Music analysis

Students can expect a fun approach to percussion in our lessons. I always tailor the curriculum to each individual and make sure there is never a dull moment, all while keeping track of progress as we set goals together. From beginner to advanced, my experience can help anyone down the path toward becoming a better percussionist, whether it's picking up sticks for the first time or preparing for a college audition.

Drums and percussion is one of my greatest passions in life. I have experience playing and teaching in all settings and styles. I tailor my approach for each student and have tons of supplemental material to level up your playing in no time!

In our percussion class we will cover music theory, counting rhythms and discover a variety of percussion. The majority of this lesson will revolve around the Cajon, Shaker, Tamborine, and using brushes and snare technique and will explore african drums as well!

Bring your hacky sack and get ready for the drum circle. This class is perfect for groups and couples. Feel free to use the "ask a question" feature if you have any questions about this class or it's outline!

I LOVE giving music lessons! I tailor each lesson to fit the students interests, as well as give them a strong general music foundation to carry them through their musical endeavors! Music is FUN! Why should learning about it be any different?

From rocking out on the drum set, to working up a marching snare solo, to developing excellent 4-mallet technique, the world of percussion is an exciting place to be!

A little bit about me:
B.A. in Music Technology
MPS in Music Performance (Emphasis in Percussion)

I am a college student studying music at University of Michigan.
I am very proficient on Guitar, Drum Kit and Percussion. All percussion instruments taught.

Strong ability to teach reading music, music theory, playing to a metronome, playing scales, reading sheet plus tabs, music tuning, site reading, proper guitar playing technique to avoid wrist damage.

With over 7 years of concert band percussion and 4 years of marching band percussion experience, I teach all levels from absolute beginner, intermediate, advanced, and beyond. All ages welcome! From previously holding several leadership positions in my concert and marching band, I understand what it takes to make yourself the best percussionist you can be. I teach everything from the theory behind it to the practical side. All lessons are focused around what you want accomplish and meeting your specific goals. Most importantly, I'll make sure you enjoy percussion as much as I do! Let's start the fun journey together!

With an emphasis on creating the total percussionist, lessons will be tailored to each individual student according to their desires and goals. With an extensive library of pedagogical repertoire students will begin learning AND playing as soon as possible. I can teach drumset/hand drumming as needed but I am primarily trained in all concert and marching percussion.

My goals for every student are: A technical mastery of most percussion instruments and how the various skills relate to one another. Guided philosophical and critical thinking regarding the music being played. Basic music theory and how it can actually be used. Finally, Historical music knowledge and how that knowledge can aid our performances. I extensively use Bloom's Taxonomy to ensure a scientifically proven means of topic development.