Students will need to purchase a pair of Vic Firth SD1 General drumsticks, a practice pad and a dedicated 3-ring notebook. This is the minimum to get started with drum lessons. Additional supplies for the advancing student include a metronome, stick bag, snare/bell kit, drumset, brushes, drumset sticks and assorted drumming books.

Age and experience matter less than interest and dedication. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

You can take two approaches. One is to muffle or reduce the amount of sound your drums produce, the other is to wear some sort of hearing protection device.

I recommend a minimum of one 1/2 hour drum lesson per week. Students can schedule longer lessons if desired.

Drum and percussion lessons cost $20.00 per half-hour lesson.

I recommend a minimum of 15 minutes a day. As the student collects more materials in their lessons, this time will naturally increase. It is better to practice a little everyday than a lot every few days. Try to schedule the same time of day and always practice in the same place. This way you can make practicing a natural part of your life.

I believe that students will become successful lifelong drummers by introducing them to the fundamental techniques of all of the instruments in the percussion family. Student's can then apply this knowledge to the pursuit of any style of music and achieve great success.

Lesson topics have included all styles of drumset, snare drum, mallet percussion, hand drumming, timpani, concert percussion and marching percussion to name a few. If a student expresses interest in another area of drumming and percussion, I would be more than happy to offer what guidance I can.