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As a teacher, it is my responsibility to expose my students to as much rhythmic information as possible via books, listening analysis, videos, etc. I must bring a mindset to the student's attention, enabling them to translate this information through their kit. Creating an orchestrated and musical drum part that supports a song is essential and makes the understanding of this information complete. The inability to do this makes all your rhythmic knowledge useless!
Each time I give a lesson I feel as though I am taking one. There is a constant learning process in finding ways to break down the walls my students reach. A drum set takes up a small amount of space, being in control of that space makes it boundless! I believe a player should never play alone. The player should always bring a point of reference with them to their kit. A radio should always be on in their head, be it a song, bassline, melody, streaming 16th or triplets, etc. This will help them to define placement and create a seamless style in their playing.
"Whether it's his playing, his instruction, or his personality, Ed is the consummate professional. His playing? Solid. His attitude? Positive. From Tony Williams to Vinnie Colaiuta, Mitch Mitchell to John Bonham, he's well versed in many styles of music and the drummers that go with them."
-Keith Olsen (multi-platinum record producer)
"Every time I teach a lesson I'm taught a lesson."Sizing up each individual student for their personal needs and goals. Stressing the importance of "Becoming a Musician, who happens to play the Drums"
My goal as a teacher is not to make you the "best drummer in the world," because that’s subject to opinion. My goal is to expose you to as much rhythmic information through listening analysis, video analysis, rhythmic notation, recording, and practice, so you leave here with an opinion of who you are as a musician/drummer, and have the ability and the skills to express this through your instrument to anyone in the world!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I teach a wide range of students. In the first lesson, I size the student up based on his or her present skillset. At that point, I create a program that helps directs them to meet their goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Ed Bettinelli has been a stylized performing and recording artist for the past 40 years. Ed's focus over the years has been on original music, with two projects signed to major record deals on Geffen and RCA records. Both bands involved Ed assuming countless day-to-day business responsibilities along with writing and arranging contributions. Playing to coliseum capacity crowds before such acts as Pat Benetar, Bon Jovi, ASIA, Average White Band, Split Enz, The Tubes, Jack Bruce, and many others has well defined Ed's experiences as a dynamic performer.
Recording with high-profile producers such as Keith Olsen, David Thoener, Gary Lyons, David Prater, and Arthur Pason has contributed to his skills as a player and has added to his musical sensibility. Ed's musical background includes graduating from the Berklee College of Music, along with years of private study with such instructors as Alan Dawson, Peter Erskine, Gary Burton, Al Miller, Dom Famularo, Joe Hunt, Kim Plainfield, and Mike Clark, contribute to his playing and teaching philosophy. Ed operated E.K.G Music, a music house that was based in New York City. E.K.G. Music wrote music for film and T.V commercials.
Berklee College of Music, Berklee Today 2017 article
https://www.berklee.edu/berklee-today/berklee-today-fall-2017/lessons-learned-while-going-play
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I offer one-hour lessons as well as 1/2 hour lessons.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have taught a vast range of students. From 3-year-olds to students well into their 70's. Ranging from Platinum Artists drummers to aspiring up-and-coming drummers, to just want to have fun recreational drummers.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
One of the most important things is the student and teacher connection. In addition, the ability that the teacher has to translate the information in a way that specific students can process that information.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Being aware of their strengths their weaknesses, and their goals.