20 Week Beginner Drum Lesson Course (Level 1) Practice Pad Version
In the 20 Basic Drumming Course (Level 1), beginner students will be able 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
44 pre-recorded lessons
average 4 mins per video20 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 36 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each Lesson will require 3-4 days of practice for 30 min each day.Assessment
Each lesson will have printable material to practice,Class Experience
Beginner Level
Our beginner practice pad drum lessons are perfect for those who are new to the world of drumming. In this course, students will learn how to read basic rhythmic notation and essential drum rudiments, laying the foundation for their musical journey. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to practice stick control and various solo exercises to 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 asynchronously and your are able to move through the lessons at your own pace. Lessons will have 1-3 videos of instruction and printable lesson materials to practice with. The method used in these lessons will meet different learning styles as I use three teach techniques to reach each individual learner. Students and parents are encouraged and welcome to contact me for review, help or concerns during this 20 week course. (Equipment List) Practice Pad with Stand or Snare Drum Music Stand Metronome - you can use your iphone with App Vic Firth 5AX Drumsticks or Vic Firth Kidsticks (Blue or Pink) if student is young and has small hands.
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 foundation of drumming, including proper hand technique, basic drum rudiments, reading drum notation, and understanding rhythm and timing.
Syllabus
44 Lessons
over 20 WeeksLesson 1:
Lesson 1 Quarter Note and Quarter Note rest.
Lesson 1 will cover the quartet notes and rest. 7 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Stick Control #1
Stick Control example 1. This will help you develop and even sound with different right-hand and left-hand sticking pattern combinations.
Drum rudiment #1: the single-stroke roll. 5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Single Stroke Roll
Drum rudiment 6 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Basic Rudiment Sheet
You can use this rudiment sheet with all rudiment exercises. Other Details
Pre-Requisites
No experience is required.
Supply List
(Equipment List) Practice Pad with Stand or Snare Drum Music Stand Metronome - you can use your iPhone with App If the student is young and has small hands, use Vic Firth 5AX drumsticks or Vic Firth kidsticks (blue or pink).
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 $425 for all content44 pre-recorded lessons
20 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 7-18
