Drum lessons for all levels and different musical styles - Molenbeek-Saint-Jean

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Drum lessons for all levels and different musical styles

From 76 C$ /h

I have 15 years of experience as a professional musician with more than 40 recorded albums and concerts around the world. I have played many different musical styles and have a formal education: Bachelor in Jazz percussion at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague, NL. My lessons focus on a complete basis (technique, "sound", tempo, vocabulary of the music) to be able to play different musical styles. Depending on the wishes of the student, however, the lesson may be more specific.

Location

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Around Ixelles-Elsene, Belgium

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Begijnenstraat, 1080 Sint-Jans-Molenbeek, Belgium

About Me

I have been playing concerts all over the world and recording albums for many labels in many different musical contexts. I have made music for movies and radio pieces, performed in dance and theater pieces. In the last 15 years I've accumulated academic studies and a lot of experience and have the privilege of sharing internships and studios with brilliant musicians (some of them very famous and others less). Therefore I believe I am now ready to teach more extensively.
I find it important to play the instrument with my students both to illustrate more effectively what I teach and to inspire them. I believe that a drum set is a complete musical instrument and not just a functional, accompaniment instrument.
I can give lessons to a big variety of students. From beginners to advanced students, people who want to study specific aspects like technique, reading, jazz improvisation, general improvisation, other musical styles, or a bit of everything.

Education

I have a bachelor's degree in Jazz drums from the Royal Conservatory or The Hague in the Netherlands in 2006.
Siena Jazz Seminar 2002 where I won a scholarship to go back the year after.

Experience / Qualifications

I have recorded more than 40 albums for labels such as ECM, Clean Feed, CamJazz, Challenge, NEOS, De Werf, El Negocito, Igloo, among others.
I have played in some of the most important jazz festivals in Europe such as Middelheim, Gaume Jazz (BE) North Sea Jazz (NL), Umbria Jazz (IT), Jazz and Agosto (Pt), May Jazz (NO), Copenhagen Jazz Festival (DK), Jazz à La Défense, Le Mans Jazz Festival (FR), to name a few.
I have played with musicians such as Enrico Rava, Marshall Allen, Rosewell Rudd, Carlos Bica, Nate Wooley, Thomas Morgan, John Hebert, Mário Laginha, Giovanni Guidi, Michel Massot, Laurent Blondiau, Guillaume Orti, Jeroen Van herzeele, Ben Sluijs, Bram De Looze, Erik Vermeulen, among many others.
I have been nominated for "Best Original Music" at the Fénix Awards in Mexico for my soundtrack for the Portuguese feature film "John From".
I have worked with the Danish dance company WeGo and the Belgian Ballets Confident aswell as with the swiss dancer / choreographer Sarah Ludi.

Age

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

French

Portuguese

Spanish

German

Italian

Dutch

Skills

Drums

Pop

Rock

Jazz music

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-Create your own bass lines
-Discover the role of the bass in different styles (jazz, groove, latin)
-Learn to recognize the most common chord changes
-Become familiar with improvisation

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No worries: speed, density and difficulty of the lessons and exercises modulated according to the pupil, in order to preserve the only element really essential to the learning of an instrument: the pleasure to play!

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Musician since the age of 15, I teach for more than 10 years as a private teacher.

I focus on your desires, whether to improve your jazz vocabulary, or learn the basics of the guitar, I know how to adapt to your level.

non-exhaustive list of what we can see:

-techniques and basic chords for beginners
-learning pieces of your choice
-develop his knowledge of the neck (complex chords and range, arpeggios, triads)
-develop his ear and improvise
-develop his rhythmic sense and solfeggio
-musical theory, composition and arrangement

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Welcome to where the musical expression is king. A space of freedom where sounds, sounds, music can coexist and spread for everyone. The objectives will be yours to fix them, I let you discover.

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Graduated musician offers music lessons for all ages, experiences and interests. The main process will take place considering the previous knowledge of the student, in order to start a personal and individual learning path. Lessons can be about Drums, but also music theory, harmony, ear training, rhythm, percussions, double bass. The main tool will be the listening and the comprehension of musical sounds, forms and feelings, in order to avoid a mere intellectual study. Playing and listening first!

Francesca

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Hello, my name is Francesca
My lessons are preferably in english or italian but I can also manage in french. I teach techniques that are going not only tu assure you never get injured while singing, but it will be a journey that can also help you research your own voice and enjoy the possibilities of your own instrument.
For those who care, I am going to give also theory lessons. Don't hesitate to contact me!

Lorenzo

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Je donne cours en français - Description disponible en Français
Do lezione in Italiano - Descrizione disponibile in Italiano

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The course method, inspired by the Agostini school (French method used in French and Belgian academies and conservatories) is divided between technique and drums. At the rate of one session each we will focus once on technique and movements outside the drums (on pads) and the other time on the drums and the application of technique and movements.

-> The technique lessons and the movements will be those of the so-called 'Moeller technique' that I learned through his direct lineage of student.
-> The drum lessons are greatly inspired by the pedagogy of the M.A.I. (Music Academy International - Nancy (fr)) and in particular that of Richard-Paul Morellini, renowned instructor.

The courses are complete, in-depth but above all specifically thought of to be progressive. They are suitable for children from 7 years old as well as adults of all ages.

=> Particular attention is paid to the movements and their correct application, to the total independence of the limbs and finally to an understanding of the rhythm and its theory. My main goal is to give the student complete control behind the drums and skills to be able to self-learn any piece in any musical style. 1 hour of weekly lessons are never enough, they should only be used to fuel the passion that will make you play at home more and more.

On demand or for advancs students:
- I am very passionate about the study of South American rhythms. Due to their complexity, apart from the samba and Baïon ostinatos, they are not included in the program before the advanced level. They can be at the request of the student.
- I am also specialized in metal (musical style) and double pedal. The latter is not included in the program unless requested by the student. The double pedal courses are based on the methodology of Virgil Donati.

Technique:
* Moeller technique (the 'whipping motion' - the Free stroke -Full/Half/Low stroke - accepting the rebound - its application etc.)
* Snare rudiments and their applications through reading systems
* Readings of scores and exercises for the snare drum
* Speed drills
* Military marches
* Control of the different subdivisions (quarter notes - eighth notes - triplets - sixteenth notes - quintuplets - sextuplets - triple eighth notes - nonolets etc.)
* Displacement of accents and polyrhythms
* On request, double pedal technique (application of the Moeller to the double pedal as well as everything listed above but with the feet)

Drums:
* Bass drum reading and independance
* Snare drum reading and independance
* Applications of ghost notes
* The 16 sixteenth-notes ostinatos
* Jazz readings and independence
* Binary and ternary readings
* Coordination and movements of both feet
* Dynamics on the instrument
* Creation of fills and original drum grooves
* On request, application of the double pedal
* On request or for advanced students, readings and independence of South American rhythms (study and independence of the clave/Cascara/Mozambique etc.)

Attilio

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Jazz saxophone lessons for intermediate to advanced players, tailored to your profile and goals. As a musician passionate about bebop, cool jazz, free jazz and radical improvisation, I help my students develop their technique, sound and creativity. Lessons cover instrumental technique, repertoire, improvisation, transcription and composition.

Matteo

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If you've been eager to get better in drums and therefore studying all its different styles and genres, I definitely can help you with that!
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Also, I am specialized in Funk/Hip-Hop music and that kind of groovy world. So, I've been mastering a specific approach to this genre as well.

About me:
I've been playing drums since I was 6. I got my Master Degree in 2022 at Salerno Music Conservatory (Italy) in Jazz Drums and Percussion.
I've been doing the role of Assistant Professor at KCB with Stéphane Galland since 2023.

Since I moved to Belgium I had to chance to collaborate and sharing the stage at the moment with Manou Gallo, Zap MAMA, Stephane Mercier, David Linx and various others.

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Cours de saxophone classique et jazz:
My motivation in teaching is to help a student learn the fundamental technique of saxophone performance so they can develop their ow creativity, voice and passion on the saxophone. My hope is to start a student on a life long journey exploring music as art in all its different manifestations, whether performance, composition, etc.

I have specialised in classical/contemporary saxophone, however I am still a student myself pursing learning jazz. I am open to all types of musical styles and will adapt my teaching and lessons to what you as a student are interested in. I have a passion for improvising and unleashing a students own creativity.

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🔸 In our lessons, you will:

Learn fundamental technique and rudiments

Play along with music and improvise

Understand rhythmic patterns, time signatures, and syncopation

Explore various styles: rock, pop, jazz, funk, ambient, indie, and more

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Justin

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Hi! I’m Justin, a 17-year-old drummer who loves sharing the joy of music with others. My Beginner Drum Lessons are perfect for kids and teens who are just starting out and want to learn the basics of drumming in a fun, supportive way.

In my classes, students will:
🎵 Learn how to hold drumsticks and play simple rhythms
🎶 Explore different beats and songs
🧠 Build coordination, timing, and confidence
💥 Have fun while discovering their own musical style

Each lesson is easy to follow and designed to help beginners feel comfortable and excited about playing the drums. No experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm and let’s make some noise!

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Hello! I'm Yu-Min, a professional jazz guitarist currently studying at the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel (KCB). Before coming to Belgium, I obtained my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Performance in Taiwan.

I offer personalized guitar lessons for students of all levels—from complete beginners to advanced players who want to dive deep into jazz improvisation.

What you can expect from my classes:
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2. For Intermediate/Advanced: Deep dive into harmony, scales, improvisation techniques, and jazz standards.
3. Music Theory: Understanding how music works to unlock your creativity on the fretboard.

Every student is unique, so I tailor my curriculum to your personal goals and musical tastes. Whether you want to play Jazz, Pop, Blues, or Funk, I'm here to guide you.

I teach in English and Chinese.
Looking forward to making music with you!

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The Human Voice has an intimate and emotional connection with our physical body and mentality, whenever we express ourself through speaking, singing, improvising or simply long to express what words cannot, the voice is one of the most direct and authentic ways to connect with ourselves and with others.

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My lessons are open to singers of all levels, as well as anyone who wishes to reconnect with their voice. Whether your goal is to sing, improvise, build confidence, or discover a more authentic way of expressing yourself, I offer a supportive and creative space where curiosity and individuality are encouraged.