I teach students the foundations of rhythm and playing together, keeping it fun and interesting. I meet the student where they are at skill wise and move them forward from there. I bring in a lot of influence of drumming styles from around the world. I have been performing and reaching for over 25 years.

I teach drum lessons to kids age 10 up to adults. Any skill level is welcome from complete beginner to advanced. My goal as a teacher is to help you gain a solid foundation of the essentials, technique, rudiments, hand / foot coordination, reading music and also learning by ear. Having these things as a skill set will enable you to learn any style of music you want and achieve your musical goals. I have over 35 years of playing and performing experience, including a degree in classical percussion from Wheaton Conservatory of Music. I have also played in rock bands, both touring and recording as well as jazz and classical settings over the...

School of Rock, located in Chicago, Illinois and its surrounding areas, is a premier music education institution that caters to all ages. They offer both online and in-person music lessons, focusing on making learning fun and engaging. Their unique, performance-based method combines one-on-one lessons in drums, bass, keyboard, vocals, and guitar with group practice sessions. Students learn to play music from day one and regularly put on live performances at local venues. Their instructors are experienced local musicians, dedicated to delivering results for every student. School of Rock creates a thriving community of musicians while fostering

PreludePrep.com, located in Columbia, South Carolina, offers sound advice for your musical future. This company is dedicated to providing expert guidance and support to help you navigate your musical journey. With a focus on serving young artists, PreludePrep.com's mission is to empower aspiring musicians to reach their full potential. Whether you're just getting started or are looking to take your music career to the next level, PreludePrep.com is here to help.

Tambor Chicago is focused on promoting the proliferation of Afro-Cuban folkloric music to diverse audiences. We offer private studies, group classes, and full length performance showcasing Afro-Cuban drumming, song, and dance. Our lessons cover conga, bongo, bata, timbales, drum set, and more. Come learn these complex instruments with down-to-Earth teaching to meet your own pace and goals.

I really enjoy showing students new techniques for improving their performance

Established in 2008, School of Rock in Evanston, Illinois is dedicated to inspiring the world to rock on stage and in life. Their unique approach combines one-on-one lessons in guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, and drums with group band rehearsals, preparing students to take the stage in front of live audiences. They believe in making learning fun and fostering a community of musicians of all ages. Not just a local school, they are part of a massive international rock community, showing their students what they can achieve with big dreams and hard work.

Established in 2013, Kafolike School of Percussion is a reputable non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois. The school, founded by Sekou Tepaka Lunda Conde, is dedicated to teaching traditional West African drumming of the Mande people. Known for its cultural curriculum, the school is focused on the preservation of the musical culture of the djembe orchestra of Mali and Guinea West Africa. It boasts a rich legacy of producing knowledgeable and well-rounded djembe and dundun players, both adults and children.