Drum Lessons With Leah Bluestein
About
After learning what the student wants to work on, and what their goals are, I create personalised exercises for them each week. These exercises help them develop their reading skills, musicianship, ability to play with other musicians and more. These exercises are based on the kowledge I gained during my time at Berklee College of Music.
I love when I explain a new concept to someone that makes a lightbulb go off in their head. Nothing is more gratifying than helping someone fully understand something that they have been confused about for a long time.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Good teaching is a combination of what the student wants to learn, what the teacher believes the student should learn, and what the student can handle. It is also very important for me to know what your goals are as a drummer so that I can help you reach those goals in the most efficient way possible.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
In May of 2020 I graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor's degree in Drum Set Performance. During my time at Berklee I spent a countless number of hours practicing and honing in my craft. I feel that I am now ready to pass on that information to more drummers in the world.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $50 for 60 minute lessons, and $35 for 30 minute lessons. I also ask for my students to pay for a month of lessons at a time.
I ask for this price because I have a Bachelor's degree in music. I will make sure that the time you are paying for is money well spent.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching drums to young kids at a summer camp in my hometown (Milton, GA). Since then I have taught many private students through Skype and in person. I also taught at the Berklee Day Sessions summer camp. At this camp I taught young drummers from around the world how to play songs that they had to perform at the end of each week.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have the most experience treaching younger students, but I am fully capable of teaching a drummer of any age/level of ability.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Some questions students should think through before talking to teachers would be:
What are my goals?
Do I want to be a professional musician or a hobbyist?