Drumset and Cuban percussion lessons with a NYC educated drummer/percussionist

From 56 C$ /h

I offer drumset and cuban percussion lessons. I have graduated from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in NYC, where I lived and worked for seven years. Have experience teaching, I come to you and give online lessons.
All levels are accepted.
Lessons are taught in English or Greek.

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Around Mitte, Germany

About Me

I'm a drummer, percussionist, composer, from Greece, who has been living in NYC since 2011. I have performed all over the world and have released two albums.
I see that all kids of musics are great, and in order to play any music in a great level you need to have a strong foundation.
I am here to provide you with that musical foundation.

Education

BFA from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City.
Have studied privately with luminaries such as: Michael Carvin, Francisco Mela, Sam Ulano, Gene Jackson, Oliver Lake, and many more.

Experience / Qualifications

Drum sight-reading tutor at The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music.
Composition lessons at The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music.
Music and drum teacher at the Hellenic Paideia school in Astoria, NY.
Drum teacher at Melodio Conservatory in Greece.
Private tutor on drums and music theory.

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Greek

Skills

Drums

Pop

Rock

Percussion

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Sami

5.0

(14)

Drums, as with bass guitar are the backbone of any good song, and the foundation upon which the music is built. Despite not being as famous as lead vocals or lead guitar. Drums in my opinion is much more fun, at all levels of performance.

I will teach you how to play the drums, how to fit the style to the genre and we will learn by practice by breaking down the famous classics, and explain what part drums played to make these classics so good.

We will use my electronic drumset, which is not as good as the real thing but is definitely good for starters. There are ways you can practice at home without a drumset as well. And we can expand later and rent a studio room, where I can jam with you on the guitar even!

Jan

5.0

(14)

Young, live, and session drummer, with 13 years of working experience and Certificate of Higher Education from Drumtrainer Berlin, offering custom-made lessons for students of all levels.

My wish is to get you playing the songs you like as soon as possible and teach you a deeper understanding of the tools necessary for your own creative freedom. I use visual, auditory and movement games to help my students learn in a fun and easy ways. The emphasis of my teaching is on play and enjoyment of the instrument. I believe that, through joy and the correct approach to your needs, it is also possible to learn the more difficult aspects of drumming.

I guarantee to have you playing your first beat after our lesson!

Felix

5.0

(14)

In my course you will either get to know the handpan or you and your playing, if you already have your own instrument.

I am happy to pass on my knowledge to you, from music theory to rhythms and various techniques, and I look forward to supporting you in your learning process! :)

Aaron

5.0

(14)

Hallo zusammen,

my name is Aaron, I am a jazz and modern music drummer with more than 10 years of experience. I am an internationally active musician.
And I offer drum lessons in Weißensee!

I teach from the very basics of the instrument to the most advanced stuff. Technique, essential rhythm patterns, coordination, sound... We can also deal with aspects of reading, improvisation, composition, music theory, etc. Any style!

A bit about me:
2012-2016 University of Music of Basque Country „Musikene“ (Bachelor Degree)
2016-2018 European Jazz Master (EUJAM): Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Rytmisk Musikkonservatorium of Copenhagen (RMC) & Jazz Institute Berlin (JIB)

I teach at my rehearsal studio in Weißensee, very close to Antonplatz.

I can also come to your place, in that case the price would change a little depending on where you live : )

Send me a message if you are interested.
Bis bald!

Tomás

5.0

(14)

Drum Lessons / Schlagzeugunterricht - Friendly, approachable, and enjoyable from the first lesson!

Lessons available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, & German.

I am Tomás , an experienced live and studio drummer with a Master Of Music degree from the Royal Northern College of Music in the UK and I am available as a private tutor.

MY APPROACH
I am aware that everyone is different and therefore lessons need to be individually tailored every time. I will make an effort to get to know you as a person as well as your reason for playing the drums so I can then adjust your lesson material adequately. This ensures that every student is enjoying themselves from the very first lesson and therefore the learning will naturally occur much faster.

WHERE
Lessons are at my studio in Neukölln/Kreuzberg. The room is spacious and comfortable and has a PA system and two drum kits, making it ideal for lessons. I am also available to teach at the student’s location;

AGES
I have taught one-on-one lessons to kids as young as 7 but also to adults in their 50s and 60s. Whatever your age, we will make it work.

SKILL LEVELS
My experience ranges from teaching young beginners who are just starting out to mature drummers who need to polish their playing. For beginner students, I will teach you the basics of drumming in an approachable way to make it enjoyable from the very start. For experienced drummers, I can improve your technique, groove, feel, tone, articulation, dynamics, stage performance, vocabulary, listening, and reading. All this so you can become a better musician, not just a drummer. I also like to teach in a way that empowers you to teach yourself in the future.

ABOUT MY TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I have been teaching 1-on-1 lessons for 11 years. I also have 7 years experience leading drum and percussion workshops.

ABOUT MY DRUMMING EXPERIENCE
I've been drumming for over 22 years and have now recorded and gigged with multiple bands, some of which I am the co-founder and co-songwriter for. Styles of music I have performed include rock, jazz, funk, psychedelia, afrobeat, disco, dance rock, electro, grunge, metal, blues, latin, and samba. I have a Master Of Music degree from Manchester’s Conservatoire (Royal Northern College of Music) in the UK. I also have experienced producing, composing, and mixing which I am more than happy to share with you.

If you’ve got any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me.

All the best,
Tomás

Nino

5.0

(14)

Drum teacher with over 20 years of experience, 2 degrees in conservatories including the prestigious Codarts in Rotterdam. It offers personalized lessons through its "Lock The Time" method.

In my career I have moved in different musical styles and I have played with different artists of international level such as : Junior F. Dixie, Sri Hanuraga (Ingenious jazz pianist-composer from Indonesia Grammy Award winner), Alessandro Mannarino (The most important songwriter of the modern Italian music scene), Nathaniel Peterson (The American Blues Man candidate to the Grammy Awards “Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, Iggy Pop, Keith Richards” and many other), Dani Robinson (Experience Hendrix Tour Billy Cox), GrooveX original Indietronic project with a strong musical identity and many others, and the last Teapø project.

I have developed a drum manual using progressively harder exercises in dynamics, technique, coordination,polyrhythm, and balance-control, connected to the importance of sound,rhythms of different musical genres, the groove and the jazz music.
This manual arose from a need for a complete drum manual that includes the most
important aspects of modern drumming, but also sticking to classic drumming rhythms and techniques. It is partly inspired by various musical authors who have helped shape
me musically over the years, and partly by my various teachers and studies, but also by my own teaching experience, my concerts and my recordings. It’s therefore also
modelled on my own personal drumming style.
My method is aimed both at those who have just started and for those who already play in an advanced way.
Exam preparation in academies and conservatories is also possible.

"Focus on your Drumming"

Axel

5.0

(14)

Through time I have found out that starting by playing songs chosen by the student and creating exercises to practice that came out from the drums of that song is a very good way to learn how to play the instrument. Also keeps things interesting, since music is always the focus. I can help to choose the songs, but the student is always who decides which songs to play. This way, lessons become 100% personalized!

I have +10 years of experience as a teacher, and I'm an active musician in the Berlin modern jazz, creative music and improvised music scenes.
Obtained my bachelor's degree in the Manuel de Falla Music Conservatory in Buenos Aires (ARG) and the European Jazz Master degree at NTNU Trondheim, RMC Copenhagen and JIB Berlin.

Elia

5.0

(14)

Hi, I am Elijah and I work as a professional drum teacher and drummer session.

Over the past 15 years of experience I have recorded albums with various artists and performed live on tour in Europe. I graduated in Jazz Drums and Percussions from the Licinio Refice Conservatory of Music. And I have learned from great drummers different skills and techniques in master classes and seminars. (Berklee College or Music, Saint Louis College of Music etc.).

Effective learning path, based on your musical interests.
Learn the basics of a groove, develop creativity on the drumset or perfect a technique. The goal is to have fun, it's easier to learn that way :)
Rock Pop Jazz

I would be glad to share my knowledge with you.

2 x Drums kit

David

5.0

(14)

I am 33 years old and have extensive musical training and experience. I completed classical piano school at the age of seven and subsequently played percussion (djembe, conga, bongo) for seven years. In addition to my classical training, I studied jazz drums and percussion at the conservatory for four years. I enjoy DJing, working with Ableton Live, and giving valuable advice in the field of electronic music. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree in Music Therapy at the Berlin University of the Arts.

Nathaniel

5.0

(14)

My lessons are designed to help you learn the drums quickly without making the process feel stressful or overwhelming. I believe the best way to improve is to enjoy playing while building a strong foundation from the very beginning.

You'll learn the essential techniques that make drumming feel natural, improve your timing and coordination, and help you develop confidence behind the kit. I focus on practical methods that work, so you can make real progress while having fun.

Whether you've never touched a drum set before or want to improve your skills, I'll tailor each lesson to your goals and learning style. My aim is to help you not only play the drums but truly feel the instrument and enjoy every step of the journey.

Let's build great technique, solid rhythm, and confidence, while having a great time learning!

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