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Intermediate Drum Lessons

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Ages 11-18
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
This course is perfect for drummers who are comfortable with basic rhythms and patterns, have experience with standard drum notation, and want to refine their technique, broaden their style repertoire, and expand their musical creativity.
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Number of reviews:
(124 reviews)
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Live video meetings
Meets on demand
55 min

What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
55 mins
per session
Teacher support
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. A weekly practice routine will be discussed.
Assessment
To ensure readiness for more advanced material, the teacher will evaluate students’ proficiency in syncopation, rudiment combinations, dynamic control, groove transitions, and limb independence.

Class Experience

Intermediate Level
Unlock Your Drumming Potential: This intermediate course is crafted for drummers ready to elevate their skills beyond the basics and explore the exciting world of advanced rhythms, complex techniques, and creative expression. If you’ve mastered fundamental beats and want to expand your rhythmic vocabulary, each lesson will guide you through new concepts, such as syncopation, dynamic rudiment combinations, intricate groove variations, and sophisticated fills. With engaging exercises and personalized feedback, you’ll refine your technique, improve your coordination, and bring more creativity and musicality to your playing. Get ready to transform your drumming and take on more challenging material!
Lessons are conducted once a week for 30 minutes.

The student experience is top-notch, with high-quality video and audio and six camera angles that directly bring the teaching studio feel to the students.

Curriculum-based lessons
(Educational Books) - Will Be Used in Every Class


Topics Covered:

1. Rudiments and Stick Control

2. Advanced rhythmic patterns and syncopation

3. Building speed and control with challenging rudiment exercises

4. Combining grooves and fills to create dynamic solos

5. Limb independence and coordination for more complex playing

6. Exploring different styles, including rock, funk, jazz, and Latin

7. Tips on improvisation and developing your unique drumming voice

8. Have Fun while doing 1-7

Learning Goals

Expand Rudiment Combinations:
Focus on combining different rudiments to create unique, challenging patterns that enhance control and speed.
Master Advanced Syncopation: Gain a deep understanding of syncopated rhythms and learn to seamlessly apply them in various musical contexts.

Other Details

Learning Needs
The instructor possesses significant expertise in teaching students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They emphasize communication through rhythmic dialogue as an effective teaching.
Pre-Requisites
"Drum lessons for one year."
Supply List
The teacher will discuss this in class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined August, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Berklee College of Music
Rob, a distinguished musician with a Bachelor of Music from Berklee College of Music in Boston, has a wealth of experience across the United States, Canada, and Europe. His performances with renowned artists such as Henri Mancini, Carmen and Camille, Harry Kim, Bob Mintzer, George Garzone, The U.S Army Jazz Guardians, Grammy Awards performance, and Dave Liebman have honed his skills, making him the perfect guide for the next generation of drum and percussion students.

Rob has been teaching for 30 years and has over 4,000 hours of Online Drum Lesson experience that has developed an authentic and time-tested virtual learning method. His Teaching studio has education software, three drum sets, and six camera angles with excellent studio-quality sound. 

Rob understands that each student is unique and is committed to helping them achieve their musical goals, no matter what. He tailors his lessons to fit each individual's learning style, believing that music is the storybook of our lives.

 Rob employs a unique teaching approach for neurodiverse, autistic, and exceptional education learners. He communicates with them through rhythmic conversation, creating a comfortable and engaging learning environment.

Rob is a U.S Army Band Veteran

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