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Developing Drum Set Skills Group Class Set 1

A thoughtfully crafted beginner drum set class for eager, young musicians! Just starting out or never touched a drum, this class offers a supportive and engaging environment that will have your child on their way toward drumming mastery.
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What's included

6 live meetings
3 in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Practicing is a way to internalize and test your skills. Supplemental activities for the learner to engage with will be offered to support growth and development in general music skills and coordination skills as they apply to performing on a drum set.
Assessment
Guidance for development will be delivered in the moment through observation as well as through any out of class practice videos shared by the learner.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 3
Beginner Level
Imagine the joy on your child’s face as they master their first beat, tapping into their creativity and expressing themselves through music. This class not only teaches drumming but also builds confidence, fostering a sense of accomplishment alongside new friendships.

Led by experienced instructors who are passionate about music education, our program ensures that your child receives quality guidance for technique and learning music independently. We prioritize a nurturing atmosphere where each student can thrive, learning from educators with years of expertise and a love for teaching.

Class meetings the teacher walks learners through performance by ear, visual, and reading standard notation.

Our structured curriculum focuses on essential drumming techniques, rhythm patterns, and basic performance skills, providing a solid foundation for any aspiring drummer. 

When multiple learners are present, microphones will be muted and learners can communicate through visual signals, chat, and removing mute to speak.

The goal of this class is to achieve basic music milestones to create, perform, respond, and connect with music through performance on the drum set.

We will:
     
     1. generate musical patterns and ideas on the drum set. (General Music: MU: Cr1.2b)
     2. making creative decisions using the elements of music. (General Music: Cr2.1.2a, Cr2.1.2b)
     3. discuss and apply personal and teacher feedback to refine personal music ideas with guidance from the teacher. (General MusicL MULCr3.1.2a)
     4. read selected music and perform rhythmic patterns using iconic or standard notation (General Music: MU:Pr4.2.2a, MU:Pr4.2.2b)

Attendees are encouraged to ask questions, give feedback, and share their musical interests.

Learning Goals

Use the various voices of the drum kit to create patterns of sound.
Identify and perform 6 of the standards of drum kit patterns
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Syllabus

6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Drum Kit Basics and producing a sound
 Explore the sounds of the drum kit and learn to read standard notation for 3 voices. By the end of this class you will have learned 4 On the Floor; around the horn, and begun your journey on decision making of improvisation for playing fills. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Pop Beats
 Learn the standard pop beat step by step adding in each voice one at a time. Play full phrases with half and full cadence fills, how they are different, and why that communication will help you be a great drum leader on stage. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Steady Rock Beat
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Half Time Shuffle
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
No prior experience required.
Supply List
You will need:

1. Drum set 
2. Seat or stool that sits at the height of the highest drums and still allows the musician to reach the pedal
3. Drumsticks
4. Binder or clipboard
5. Pencil (ready to use)

Recommended: have a small table, chair, or stool nearby so your drumming musician can put their binder/clipboard on it or use it to write on.
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry from The University of Tennessee
Mike Blanchard, Ph.D. Chemistry
Master's Degree in Music from University of Tennessee
Blanchard Teacher
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Roosevelt University
Leeanna
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Ohio University
Blanchard Teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ohio University
Mike Blanchard, Ph.D. Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Ohio University
Leeanna
For over a decade, I have provided music instruction for PreK through high school across all types of instruments and ensembles. My students have gone on to successful careers with many of them performing in music. My skills of learning one instrument and being able to effectively transfer that understanding to many other instruments have served me well as a school music educator and earning a Master's of Music from the University of Tennessee for general, vocal, and instrumental education. I have been recognized in the music education industry for my innovative teaching and a dedication to ensuring my students receive appropriate teaching methods that help them effectively and safely develop their potential. Thank you for making me part of your journey.

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$29

weekly
1x per week, 6 weeks
30 min

Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
1-2 learners per class

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