
About
Justin brings a calm, patient, easy-going demeanor to his lessons, creating a fun and exciting learning environment. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to each lesson. He uses the many books, videos, transcriptions and recordings he has accumulated over his career to bolster the learning experience.
Justin is available for private instruction on Drum Set, Mallets, and Percussion at his studio in Sudbury, MA. He enjoys teaching the young beginner, the adult picking it up for the first time or looking to sharpen up their skills, as well as the serious student with high aspirations. He has helped many students pass auditions for Districts, All State, New England Conservatory, Berklee College of Music, UMass and others. What ever your interest in drumming happens to be, Justin enjoys helping you achieve your goals.
Students are often encouraged to select songs that they would like to learn. This builds a direct connection to the instrument and techniques used during the lessons with a real musically creative situation. Students that are learning songs they choose are more likely to practice and continue playing year after year as they become the drummer they want to be.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Students are often encouraged to select songs that they would like to learn. This builds a direct connection to the instrument and techniques used during the lessons with a real musically creative situation. Students that are learning songs they choose are more likely to practice and continue playing year after year as they become the drummer they want to be.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Justin has a bachelors degree in performance from Berklee College of Music.
How did you get started teaching?
Justin began teaching in High School, mentoring junior high drummers. He later began teaching privately, and also at Noble and Greenough School.
What types of students have you worked with?
Justin has worked with all ability levels and ages in many styles and musical interests. Whatever the student is interested in is what he likes to teach.