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Yousef Shami Drum Lessons

Yousef Shami Drum Lessons

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About

Yousef is a percussionist and musician from the DC area. They have been playing drums for over 15 years and teaching since 2017. Yousef's approach is incredibly unique, coming from an engineering/teaching background and having worked in a variety of settings as a professional musician.

The core belief behind Yousef's lessons is that they absolutely must be student-centered and adaptive. Every student has a completely different background and learning style. It's important to Yousef to teach drums in a way that feels natural to the student by taking into account their interests. Yousef is especially perceptive when it comes to tackling personalized problems with different students. Yousef has worked with students from ages 4 to 67 with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, and students whose first language is not English.

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Highlights

Current Top Pro
Hired 3 times
1 employee
7 years in business
Serves Tacoma , WA

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Venmo, Paypal, Square, Zelle

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Details

Able to read music

Student can read sheet music, Student can read percussion notation, Student understands note durations and rests, Student can't read music

Musical styles

I can make recommendations, Classical, Blues, Jazz, Rock, Folk, Country

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Types of drums

I can provide recommendations, Traditional drum kit, Snare drum, Bass drum, Hand drums (bongo, conga, etc.)

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Student have drums

Student already has drums, Student is planning to purchase drums and would advice

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    dan W.

    In my search for a drum instructor, I did not want to just be a slot in someones calendar. it was important to me that I find someone who I could develop a good student/teacher relationship with, who would challenge me to improve week over week. I am grateful that I found that in Yousef!
    They are attentive and thoughtful with their approach; keen to notice the elements of my playing that need help, and developing a lesson plan accordingly. When I got injured and could only use one of my hands, Yousef easily accommodated this issue and I still got lots of value out of my sessions. The lessons and materials they created are thorough and of excellent quality.
    I look forward to continuing my drumming and rhythm education with Yousef as Im certain to improve under their direction!
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    November 04, 2023
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    linda F.

    Taking lessons with Yousef has been amazing! They seem really invested in my learning and make me excited to grow my skills.
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    June 16, 2023
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    drew T.

    I feel like I really lucked out with Yousef! Im trans and I felt super comfortable working with them. They know so much and have been able to challenge me but are also patient and understanding when I need to go slow and repeat things a million times. They are super nice and have made practice fun for me.
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    June 10, 2023
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    Kyra F.

    I am a 27 year-old beginner that has wanted to learn how to play the drums since I was 5. As an adult with adult-responsibilities, I was looking for a relaxed learning environment where I could learn the fundamentals + the basics and also get guidance on how to play songs I enjoy. Additionally, as an adult beginner, I was really concerned with how the dynamic would be with my teacher since music lessons are often taken by children/tweens/teens. I had never taken a private music lesson, so this is my first one.
    Yousef has made the experience very comfortable for me. They are very patient. They answer all of my questions and are very responsive to messages. They make sure to send me my homework via e-mail or text since I otherwise forget what Id need to work on. They break down how to slow down, isolate, and practice wherever it is Im struggling. All in all, they provide me the resources I need/ask for. Their practical approach works really well with me.
    If youre an adult beginner like me looking for a place to explore your drumming curiosities in a low-pressure environment, Yousef is a great instructor to work with!
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    June 02, 2023
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    Kyra F.

    I am a 27 year-old beginner that has wanted to learn how to play the drums since I was 5. As an adult with adult-responsibilities, I was looking for a relaxed learning environment where I could learn the fundamentals + the basics and also get guidance on how to play songs I enjoy. Additionally, as an adult beginner, I was really concerned with how the dynamic would be with my teacher since music lessons are often taken by children/tweens/teens. I had never taken a private music lesson, so this is my first one.
    Yousef has made the experience very comfortable for me. They are very patient. They answer all of my questions and are very responsive to messages. They make sure to send me my homework via e-mail or text since I otherwise forget what Id need to work on. They break down how to slow down, isolate, and practice wherever it is Im struggling. All in all, they provide me the resources I need/ask for. Their practical approach works really well with me.
    If youre an adult beginner like me looking for a place to explore your drumming curiosities in a low-pressure environment, Yousef is a great instructor to work with!
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    June 02, 2023
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    Amelia C.

    I’ve been taking lessons from Yousef for a couple months now and am really enjoying them! I’m an adult beginner to drums but played trumpet and piano when I was younger - Yousef took the time to understand the level I was at when we started and check in about what I wanted to get out of the experience. They have been great about developing lessons and materials based on my goals and adapting and adjusting those based on how quickly I can pick it up or if I am struggling with a particular element. Yousef has also been helpful in recommending equipment (and is accommodating if you don’t have something like a full kit right off the bat). My lessons have been virtual so far and I’ve been impressed by the quality of the meeting platform and how easy it is to share materials. Yousef is a talented instructor and musician and always very kind, patient, and professional!
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    January 14, 2023

    Frequently asked questions

    For beginners, it's very important to spend some time on grip and rudiments, but I make sure to tie it into real "music" by the end of the first lesson.
    For students with more experience, I take the first lesson to see where they are and provide a few challenges. It's also important to assess what are likely more objective goals.

    We can adjust lessons depending on your needs. I offer both full and half-hour lessons. For folks who want to pay by month (4+ lessons), I am happy to offer a discount.

    I have worked students of all ages; young children to retirees; I have worked with people from many backgrounds; I have worked with students with different learning styles. Everyone requires a different approach and I'm confident that I can provide any necessary accomodations.

    In the end of the day, music should be fun. For many people, playing drums is therapeutic. And the magic happens when we are able to share it! The best music teachers are those who love both music AND teaching.

    Services offered

    Drum

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