FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $75 (USD) for one-hour drum lessons, which can be taken in person at my studio in Brooklyn or remotely online. Inquire for more details on bulk/package discounts.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When working with a new drum student, I follow a structured yet flexible approach: 1. Initial Assessment: Goals: I start by understanding the student’s musical aspirations—whether it’s learning a specific genre, improving technique, or playing in a band. Skill Evaluation: For beginners, I assess basic rhythm and coordination; for more advanced students, I focus on technique and style. 2. Building the Foundation: Technique & Coordination: We work on grip, posture, and basic beats, building from simple to more complex patterns. Timing & Rhythm: I introduce rhythm notation and emphasize playing along with a metronome. 3. Hands-On Drumming: Students start playing from day one, focusing on fun, simple beats and gradually progressing to more challenging patterns. 4. Personalized Practice: After each lesson, I provide a tailored practice plan to improve specific skills, always aligning with their musical interests. 5. Feedback & Progress: I regularly check in on progress, providing positive reinforcement and adjusting lessons as needed to keep students motivated. By keeping things engaging and adaptive to the student’s needs, I ensure that they stay excited about learning and are always making progress toward their musical goals!
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
1. Formal Education: The Collective School of Music (NYC): I studied drum set/percussion and music theory, focusing on various styles. This gave me a solid foundation in music theory, sight-reading, and rhythmic analysis. Private Lessons & Mentorship: Throughout my career, I’ve studied under professional drummers (Chris Coleman, Gregory Hutchinson, Fred Klatz, Jharis Yokley), gaining insights into advanced technique, improvisation, and musical expression. 2. Performance Experience: I’ve played in various settings—ranging from live performances in bands to studio recording sessions—across genres like rock, jazz, funk, and pop. This real-world experience helps me teach students how to apply their skills in different musical contexts. 3. Ongoing Training: I attend workshops and masterclasses and stay current with the latest teaching methods. This allows me to refine my craft and pass on the most relevant, effective techniques to my students. This combination of formal education, hands-on experience, and continuous learning offers me a comprehensive, well-rounded approach to teaching drums.