Let's Rock!: Learn the Drums (Small Group)
PLAY ON THE FIRST DAY! Learn the FUN-damentals of how to play the drums in just 4 classes with help from a lifelong drummer. All skill levels are welcome.
Mr. Taylor
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(131)
Star Educator
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursClass Experience
πNew to Outschool? Check my profile for a discount code to save $20 today!π π₯Yes, you can play the drums too! Let's drum together!π₯ π Creativity, Determination & Perseverance! Let's learn some beats & have some fun! π₯π₯π₯REQUEST A TIME -- I would be happy to work with your aspiring drummer!π₯π₯π₯ πThis class is a great option for neurodivergent students interested in music. π΅ The objective of these group drum lessons is to enable the students to gain a greater set of technical and musical skills on the drum set, and to help the students develop a greater understanding of the role of the drum set in modern contemporary music. π΅ This is achieved through the repetitive practices of technique and coordination, as well as developing critical listening skills demanded of drummers. π΅ The lessons will meet the students at their skill level and assess ways in which they can grow as a drummer. π Most students can play a drum beat by the end of the first class! π₯TOPICS EXPLORED INCLUDE: - Drum Beats & Drum Fills - Musical Structures - Counting Techniques - Warm-Up Exercises - Drum-Based Games π Most of all, let's have fun!!! *Open to discuss need-based discounts. The goal is to make happy drummers regardless of funds. Tentative Class Breakdown: π₯Class 1: - Intro: Drums In Music - Parts of the drum set - How to strike the drums - Learn Beat #1 & drum fill #1 π₯Class 2: - The importance of warming up - Invisible Drums (Warm-up) - Review Beat #1 - Learn drum fill #2 & #3 - Simon Says: Drum Edition π₯Class 3: - Invisible Drums (Warm-up) - 8-counts (what is it & how does it help our sense of rhythm) - The importance of repetition: Musical Endurance - Learn Beat #2 w/ drum fill #1 - Freeze Dance π₯Class 4: - Invisible Drums (Warm-up) - 8-counts - Review Beat #2 w/ drum fill #1 - Learn Beat #2 w/ drum fill #2 & #3 - Simon Says: Drum Edition
Other Details
Supply List
Drum set, sticks & a sense of curiosity.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
5.0
131reviews
Star Educator
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Appalachian State University
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πWelcome, parents & students! Thank you for your interest in my classes!π
β‘οΈ I am an energetic music teacher ready to inspire your child in an exciting & creative musical journey.πΆ
β‘οΈ You will see right away: I build positive/meaningful connections with students, provide support to improve their confidence, and get them interested in (and excited about!!!) learning to play the drums!
My teaching goals are:
βοΈ To help students successfully retain & apply the information I am teaching,
βοΈ To improve students' confidence and interest in learning to play the drums, and
βοΈ To make parents grateful for my service as a music teacher for their family.
π©πΌβπ In addition to being a lifelong drummer, I have a journalism degree from Appalachian State University, and I am a certified instructor of UCLA & Remo's "Beat The Odds" a program that blends drumming and social-emotional learning for kids & adults.
I hope you enroll your learner!
Thanks so much!
Mr. Taylor
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πOutschool Honors"Outstanding Educator" 2022 & 2023πReviews
Live Group Class
$35
weekly or $140 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
2-2 learners per class
