Why take drum lessons?
Taking drum lessons provides a structured approach to mastering rhythm, coordination, and musical expression, enhancing overall musicianship, and cognitive skills. Playing drums is a great way to relieve stress and boost physical fitness, as it engages the entire body. Whether aspiring to be a professional musician or exploring a new hobby, drum lessons foster creativity, self-confidence, and a deep appreciation for music.
With over 15 years of teaching and performing experience, I am dedicated to inspiring and guiding students of all ages and skill levels to reach their full musical potential in a fun and creative environment!
What can you learn in drum lessons?
In drum lessons, you can learn essential hand and foot techniques, fundamental rudiments, and four-way coordination to develop a solid technical foundation. Lessons cover reading music, exploring specialized styles such as jazz, rock, funk, R&B, Latin, and big band drumming, as well as learning songs, improvisation, soloing, and transcriptions of iconic performances. For those interested in recording, studio drumming techniques are also included to prepare students for professional sessions.
How are lessons structured?
Drum lessons are tailored to each student's interests and goals, starting with an exploration of their musical preferences to provide personalized instruction. The lessons combine listening exercises, music notation, and step-by-step instructional techniques using practice pads and drum sets to build skills effectively. Progress is regularly assessed and monitored, ensuring students stay on track and celebrate their achievements as they advance.
Student Testimonies:
"Austin is a gifted musician and a nurturing and supportive teacher who leads with kindness, respect, humility, patience, and a deep passion for music. His knack for explaining various concepts and identifying creative solutions to overcome challenges is invaluable. Equally important, Austin's ability to listen deeply to and confirm understanding of the many questions asked during lessons consistently ensures that our communication is clear. I appreciate that he takes time to document points of performance for each aspect of the lesson and records and posts videos to asynchronously aid development of rudimentary skills. Austin is an efficient and focused instructor committed to providing maximum support during lessons who also takes time at the start of each lesson to connect with his students. Austin is a wonderful blend of talent, expertise, and personal integrity and it is a pleasure to have him as my teacher".
-Teresa C.
“Austin is a knowledgeable and experienced instructor fully armed with an arsenal of great exercises and advice. His lessons are a great way for any student to improve their playing and I can not endorse his services enough".
-Sara B.
Where do you teach?
I teach drum lessons at Denver Percussion, located at 7399 S Tucson Way Ste B-2, Centennial, CO 80112. My soundproof studio is equipped with two drum sets, two practice pads, a computer, and dozens of instructional books, providing a fully equipped environment for effective learning and practice. This setup ensures that students have access to a variety of resources and tools to enhance their drumming skills while enjoying a focused and immersive experience.
How do I sign up?
To sign up for drum lessons, simply contact me through the contact page on my website. I will receive your email and promptly reach out to schedule a convenient meeting time to discuss your musical goals and begin your drumming journey.