16 Week Beginner Drum Set Course (Level 1)
16-week Basic Drum Set Course (Level 1), beginner students will have the opportunity to learn the foundational skills needed to become skilled drummers through a step-by-step process, detailed video lessons, and accompanying materials.
Rob Egan
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What's included
25 pre-recorded lessons
average 6 mins per video16 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 30 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Practice time 30 min three to four times a week.Assessment
Each lesson has printable music to practice with video lessons.Class Experience
Beginner Level
16 Week Drum Set Course (Level 1) is perfect for students beginning their drumming journey. In this course, students will learn how to read basic rhythmic notation and musical timing, laying the foundation for their musical path. Additionally, students can practice easy-to-learn drum fill exercises that will improve their motor skills and coordination. With the guidance of our experienced instructor, beginners will gain the necessary skills and confidence to take their drumming to the next level. This class is asynchronous, and the students can move through the lessons at their own pace. Lessons will have 1-3 instruction videos and printable lesson materials to practice with. The teaching methods used in this course will meet different learning styles as I use three methods to reach each learner. Students and parents are encouraged and welcome to contact me for review, help, or concerns during this 16-week course. (Equipment List) Drum Set (Acoustic or Electric) Music Stand Metronome - you can use your iPhone/android with an App Vic Firth 5AX Drumsticks or Vic Firth Kidsticks (Blue or Pink) if the student is young and has small hands. Students will find joy in practicing this course, and the student will be able to create their music.
Learning Goals
Our drum lessons are designed for beginners who are looking to work towards achievable goals through practice and time management. Students will learn the basic foundations of drumming, reading drum notation, and understanding rhythm and timing.
Syllabus
25 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Quarter Note Rock Beats #1
This Quarter Note Rock Beat is the foundation of everything you will learn in this course. When practicing this example, count out loud. 32 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Drum set up and hand/foot placement
Set up and hand/foot placement Lesson 3:
Quarter Note Rock Beats #2
Quarter note beat practice #2 19 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Easy Drum Fill #1
Easy drum fill #1 5 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
(Equipment List) Drum Set (Acoustic or Electric) Music Stand Metronome - you can use your iphone/android with App Vic Firth 5AX Drumsticks or Vic Firth Kidsticks (Blue or Pink) if student is young and has small hands.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Berklee College of Music
Rob has performed on drums across the United States, Canada, and Europe with artists including Henri Mancini, Carmen and Camille, Harry Kim, Bob Mintzer, George Garzone, Dave Ross, and the US Army Jazz Guardians. He holds a Bachelor of Music from Berklee College of Music in Boston. His varied and rich performance experiences gave Rob the master tools for teaching the next generations of drum and percussion students. Rob has been teaching for 30 years, including over 3,000 hours of online drum lessons. He has developed his time-tested method of virtual learning. His teaching studio has education software, three drum sets, six camera angles, and studio-quality sound. Rob teaches the foundations needed to be a successful drummer. Each lesson is carefully crafted to meet the individual student’s learning style. Rob teaches with patience and aims to instill a spirit of fun in each session.
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Self-Paced Course
$22
weekly or $350 for all content25 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 7-18
