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Age: 5+
Teaching since 2011
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Learn drums and/or Egyptian tabla (darbuka) from an experienced teacher with 20+ years experience
I offer lessons in both drum kit as well Egyptian tabla/darbuka depending on the student’s preference.
-Learn basic to advanced drumming skills: technique, independence, orchestration and understand different musical styles of drumming.
-All skill levels welcome (ages 5+)
-Taught in a safe, fun environment in Upper Rockridge.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Amy Drive, Oakland, CA
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
10 AM-8 PM
Tuesday
10 AM-8 PM
Wednesday
10 AM-8 PM
Thursday
10 AM-8 PM
Friday
10 AM-8 PM
Saturday
10 AM-8 PM
Sunday
10 AM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$35
60 minutes
$70
About Ali S.
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For 20+ years, I have been part of Cairo’s diverse music scene, performing live with a variety of musical acts and teaching drums to students for 12+ years. I’ve had the opportunity to learn and play different genres with a particular affinity for rock, jazz/funk, electronic music and Egyptian percussion, having been the drummer for The American University in Cairo Arab music ensemble for many years.
I am super passionate about drumming and it is important that lessons are fun and engaging. I like to mix up the content of the class and am flexible as to the student’s objectives and needs.
I like to talk in terms of concepts and approach to drumming, both mentally and physically, in order to visualize and simplify ideas. I am quite detail oriented when it comes to foundational technique with a strong belief that understanding rhythmic relations and styles is key to significantly faster improvement.
-Learn basic to advanced drumming skills: technique, independence, orchestration and understand different musical styles of drumming.
-Choose to focus on drum kit, Egyptian percussion (tabla/darbuka, duf) or both.
-All skill levels welcome (ages 5+)
-Taught in a safe, fun environment in Upper Rockridge.
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Sep, 2003 - Feb, 2009The American University in Cairo
Languages
Arabic
Native Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Amy Drive, Oakland, CA
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
10 AM-8 PM
Tuesday
10 AM-8 PM
Wednesday
10 AM-8 PM
Thursday
10 AM-8 PM
Friday
10 AM-8 PM
Saturday
10 AM-8 PM
Sunday
10 AM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$35
60 minutes
$70
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