teaching

Teaching

As a drummer, I have two roles: as a teacher and as a performing artist. I consider my playing vital to my success as a teacher and my teaching an inspiration for my playing.

My students are taught in a professional environment with an emphasis on having fun. Lessons are a combination of structured exercises from various teaching books, play-along CD’s and discussion around individual musical and creative development.

Musical styles include Hip-Hop, Rock, Funk, R&B, Blues, small and medium combo jazz, Latin, Brazilian, and Afro-Cuban to name a few.

Areas covered in lessons include:

  • Coordination and technique
  • Beats and fills
  • Sticking patterns
  • Brush and mallet technique
  • Drumming rudiments
  • Reading skills (syncopation and chart reading)
  • Soloing styles
  • Dynamic control
  • Creativity and musicianship
  • Accuracy in time and rhythm
  • Rhythmic studies (rock, funk, Latin, jazz, odd meters)
  • Band playing skills including the possibility of a live performance

Lesson Material

I teach from a variety of drum method books and materials to cater for all ages and levels of experience.

Sample Lessons

For an example of some lesson materials, check out the links below.

Drum Studio

Lessons are conducted in a modern sound-proof facility that includes:

  • Air-conditioned rooms
  • Choice of lessons on an acoustic or electronic drumkit
  • Items for sale including books, sticks, practice pads and drums heads
  • Credit card and EFTPOS facilities available