Developing Drum Set Skills Group Class Set 1
This class is designed for the young musician who has little to no experience playing the drum set and is interested in learning the basics of performing.
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What's included
6 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour 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
Each week an achievement record of skill development will be provided post class.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
Beginner Level
This class delivers guidance on the standard patterns of beginning drum kit performance. The teacher delivers the set of patterns through the published posts and classroom.
Class meetings the teacher walks learners through by notation on a shared screen, sharing of patterns in advance so learners can make their own notes, and visual demonstration of techniques through a multi-camera set up.
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
As defined by the National Standards for Music Education, learners will develop a novice understanding and be able to:
- understand how to play the drum set and the parts of their set;
- apply their knowledge of the use of each drum set piece and how they work together to create percussion sounds, beats, and patterns;
- participate and connect their performance to a soundtrack or add music to perform as a unit (e.g. band).
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 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. 20 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. 20 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Steady Rock Beat
20 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Half Time Shuffle
20 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
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry from The University of Tennessee
Master's Degree in Music from University of Tennessee
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Ohio University
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ohio University
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.Reviews
Live Group Course
$29
weekly or $173 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
20 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
1-2 learners per class
