About
I have been playing drums for 14 years. I have professionally played at every major, historical venue in detroit. I have been played to travel out of state to play, I have recorded drums on records dristibuted by Capital Records (One of the Big Three International Record Lables) I have played with the Godfather of Funk himself, George Clinton, Music Director and bassist for Lady Gaga, Kern Brantley, Grammy Award winning Songwriter and composer, Vincent Berry II, Bass player for Stevie Wonder, Nate Watts
As a musician and drum enthusiast, I will say that there has never been a better time to find your sound, create a band, learn a new instrument, & get more gigs.
I am a sound & SOLID drummer who believes that knowing HOW to play drums is only PART the battle in getting gigs... I believe in building up strong CHARACTER in each individual drummer to get the gig of their dreams. I have 17 years of music performance experience, 14 year of drumming & I can read and sight read music. I also have 7 years of studio experience. I AM a professional who looks at drumming as its own artform. I know the worth of having a live drummer be a part of any live performance. I believe that drumming is a skill that if acquired and approached with the right attitude, can be profited from and I can PROVE it.
I intend on making my community a better place through music, love, unity peace, faith and understanding.
I know my job. I know my purpose and I live to serve it! I took dreams and I slowly started living it. I only want to impart that attitude onto everyone I encounter through music!
At Drum Impact, "Musical Achievement is our goal."
I love music. Playing drums is therapy and helps me feel so connected to the world and within myself! I enjoy helping my students get the same experience from drumming and i enjoy helping them set and accomplish goals in drumming. The most beautiful thing about it all is SEEING, HEARING AND FEELING the growth in each individual. I love seeing the impressions that drumming has on a persons life.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1. Independence: The study of gour way coordination between limbs.
2. Hands: The study of stick control, rudiments and excersizes.
3. Repertoire: The study of music performance including popular music industry records, solo transcriptions, or if the student is in school, this could include music for school bands or music compititions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to a performing arts High School and College. All of my teachers from college are now my collegues. My mentors are all industry professionals who have a lot more years and experience than I do. Working with them and recieving advice from them has given my career a boost.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
The standard pricing for drum lessons with me is $36 per hour.
How did you get started teaching?
I first started teaching drums at Vacation Bible School to youth between the ages of 6 & 15 during summer break,
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students at beginner and intermediate levels of playing. I have worked with students who enjoyed drumming as a hobbie and I have worked with students who wanted to make a career in drumming for themselves. I have worked with students who wanted to learn how to read music and I have worked with students who wanted to learn how to play popular songs on the radio.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My advice would be to have a goal in mind and be determined to put in a bit of work to gain the skills needed to achieve that goal.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
How much time can I realistically dedicate to practice?
How is my relationship with self discipline?
What are my strengths and weaknesses?