Drums with Christian F.

-Great Drum lessons by Christian Finger! I am a professional drummer (with MA and BA Degrees) for over 30 years and have played with some of the best musicians in New York City and abroad. I also love to teach and have many years of experience. You will: Learn and improve your drumming skills in a fun and efficient way with highly qualified lessons! All Ages/ Levels (beginners/kids welcome) and Styles (e.g. Rock, Pop, Funk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Latin, World etc...) You'll be surprised how much you learn from a: - Holder of BA teaching & MA percussion degrees - Patient, friendly and encouraging teacher (23 years of experience) - Award winning, very versatile professional drummer in all styles, born and raised in Germany - Writer for the famous "Modern Drummer" Magazine (see pix) - Endorsed by Gretsch Drums & Vic Firth Sticks - Judge at "DRUM OFF" competition - Author of "The Drum Workbook" drum book Curriculum consists of: - All kind of Grooves, Solos & Fills - Snare Drum Technique, Rudiments, Matched and Traditional Grip - Foot Technique - Coordination and Independence - Sight Reading - How to function in a band, what to listen for, how to "play in the pocket" - How to create and read Drum Charts - Expanding your ideas and vocabulary on the drums - Special attention to musicality & detail - Sound & Tuning Use of tried & true materials/concepts: - Play Along Tracks - Transcriptions of the Masters - Practicing w/ Metronome - Books - Videos - Recording/filming drumming progress -Drum Apps and more All this will lead to a specially developed curriculum set according to YOUR needs. Very high success rates: students have played w/ famous artists like Debbie Harry, recorded CD's, went on tour, won competitions and auditions and play actively in NJ, NY venues and abroad. I can teach in English, German or Dutch; Gift Certificates now available. "... loves to teach and it shows." Mike D. "...You know, you're pretty amazing. I've had 2 lessons with you and you have already improved my playing!! I am astounded. Thanks a million!!" George D."