Lessons & Courses

The process of learning how to play a musical instrument is very much like learning a new language. The more passion, dedication and time you’re willing to invest, the faster you’ll reach your goals.


Whether you just starting out as a beginner, or you already have been playing for a while and you wanted to improve any further, you'll be given an individually designed program and concept that will help you to get your skills to a level where you wanted it to be.



Sydney Drum Lessons

My goal as a music teacher, coach, mentor with 28 years of experience, is to  motivate you, encourage you and entertain you and take you on a journey to build a strong musical foundation, creating a practice routine and strategies that will work for you at your current skill level and ultimately make playing music effortless and fun.


…individual designed concept 

Lesson concept and focus on:


  • Drum kit setup
  • Stick grips
  • Ear training
  • Rudiments & technique
  • Reading notation / music theory
  • Rhythms and fill-ins (all styles)
  • Musical expression and phrasing
  • Independence exercises
  • Soloing
  • Timing exercises
  • Flow & orchestration
  • Leadership & style development
  • Band & ensemble practice
  • Learn to play your favorite songs
  • Preparations for HSC and Conservatorium exams


…drumming for ALL ages 

Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons

…”try to teach an old dog new tricks”…, is exactly what I’m specialized in LOL!!! The two key ingredients to take up lessons, regardless the age, is passion and love to the instrument, and the right mindset wanting to learn something…!




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Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons
Sydney Drum Lessons

Other Instruments and skill training

In order to step up from an intermediate level to an advanced or pro level at your main instrument, it is highly recommended to pick up a secondary instrument. For example your main instrument is drums and your goal is to become more musical in your phrasing, but also have a better understanding of how to accompany other musicians in a band or ensemble, then start getting into learning guitar, bass or piano.


Same goes for guitar players and wanting to improve on timing and rhythmical understanding, then I recommend to pick up drums.


In today’s world, as a musician / artist, it is essential to be multitasking and have as many skills as possible. If you’re driven to become a multi-instrumentalist, with additional skills in composition and song writing / arrangements, music production, sound design, video production, web design, book writing, teaching, artist consulting and management, then please feel free to contact me for any further information.




Prices

1-on-1

  • Peakhurst Studio
  • Southern Highlands Studio


30 min. Sessions = $60 AUD

60 min. Sessions = $110 AUD

ONLINE Instructions

1-on-1

Skype, FaceTime, Zoom


30 min. Sessions = $45 AUD

60 min. Sessions = $85 AUD

Groove Foundation Vol. 1

Groove Foundation Book Vol. 1
Book Example 1

Welcome to the first edition of the book series GROOVE FOUNDATION, a comprehensive guide for beginner, intermediate and advanced drummers on how to develop a rhythmical vocabulary for the modern drum kit. The book can be purchased as an eBook, Hardcopy and signed Hardcopy here in the shop. A monthly subscription based video library is also available on Patreon.


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