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"Master the Art of Drumming: Discover Your Full Potential with a Pro’s Modern Approach to Tuning, Stick Techniques, History, and More!"
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About Stephen
I have been playing drums my entire life, growing up in a musical household with a father who still tours with his band at nearly 70 years old! I was an active member of my junior high and high school bands, earning several awards during that time. I further honed my skills at a private music school in Houston before graduating from The Joe Raynor School of Music shortly after high school. Over the years, I have studied various forms of drumming and percussion, and I’m passionate about sharing this knowledge with eager minds. Professionally, I tour regularly with the Ryan Ross Band, which has gained over 30,000 plays on Spotify and many more on various social media platforms. This holiday season, we will be opening for Nashville recording artist Cory Morrow. Additionally, I’ve had the privilege of being the worship leader and praise and worship drummer at San Marcos First United Methodist Church for over 10 years. Before that, I served as the praise and worship drummer at First Baptist Church in Wimberley, Texas. While I have taught lessons locally in my area for many years, I’m now thrilled to offer my expertise and share my passion for drumming with students from all around the world!
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Beginner
Child
Intermediate
- English
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**"Master the Art of Drumming: Modern, Personalized Lessons for Beginner Drummers of All Ages"** - Discover your potential with professional guidance tailored to your goals. - Learn drum history, tuning, stick techniques, rhythm building, and gear selection. - Gain real-world skills for live and studio performances in rock, country, blues, and metal. - Experience a cutting-edge approach using AI tools and online resources to enhance your learning. - Build confidence through hands-on practice and personalized feedback in every lesson. Whether you're just starting or seeking structured guidance, this all-aspects approach ensures your drumming journey is exciting and rewarding! Here is the first lesson plan we will be working from as a beginner student: # **Beginner Drumming Lesson Plan** **Objective:** Introduce students to the basics of drumming, including its history, sticking patterns, rudiments, and essential techniques. **Duration:** 60 minutes # **1. Introduction and Warm-Up (10 Minutes)** - **Greeting and Goals:** Briefly introduce yourself and the goals for the lesson. - **Warm-Up Exercise:** - Have students practice single-stroke rolls on a practice pad or drum. - Focus on grip and wrist movement to ensure proper technique. # **2. History of Drumming (10 Minutes)** - **Overview:** Share a brief history of drumming, touching on its origins in ancient cultures and evolution through time. - **Key Milestones:** - Early hand-drumming traditions (e.g., African and Indigenous). - The development of modern drum kits in the early 20th century. - Famous drummers and their impact (e.g., Buddy Rich, John Bonham). - **Interactive Activity:** Show images or play short audio clips from different drumming styles to keep it engaging. # **3. Sticking Patterns and Basic Rudiments (15 Minutes)** - **Sticking Patterns:** - Demonstrate and practice single strokes (RLRL) and double strokes (RRLL). - Use a metronome to emphasize timing. - **Rudiments:** - Start with basic rudiments: - **Paradiddle:** RLRR LRLL. - **Flam:** One hand strikes slightly before the other. - Explain their practical use in drum fills and rhythms. - **Hands-On Practice:** Students practice these patterns with feedback on hand positioning and motion. # **4. Basic Rhythms and Counting (15 Minutes)** - **Counting:** Teach students how to count in 4/4 time (1-2-3-4) and emphasize the downbeat. - **Basic Beat:** Demonstrate a simple rock beat: - Bass drum on 1 and 3, snare on 2 and 4, hi-hat playing 8th notes. - **Student Practice:** # **5. Drum Care and Maintenance (5 Minutes)** - **Basics of Drum Care:** - Show how to tighten drumheads and maintain hardware. - Share tips for cleaning cymbals and proper storage. - **Interactive Demo:** Demonstrate how to tune a drum for different tones. # **6. Wrap-Up and Homework (5 Minutes)** - **Recap:** Summarize the key points of the lesson (history, sticking, rudiments, rhythm). - **Feedback:** Offer encouragement and highlight areas to focus on. - **Homework Assignment:** - Practice single and double strokes with a metronome (5-10 minutes daily). - Work on paradiddles and flams, gradually increasing speed. - Research a famous drummer and bring a fun fact to the next lesson. This lesson plan ensures a balanced approach to technical skills, creativity, and context, styles and historical knowledge of the instrument.
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I have known Stephen most of his life. He is a very fine musician and is very knowledgeable in his music. One must play for years to understand the different types of music and how to explain that process when teaching. I myself am in my 52nd year of playing music and i usually don't relate to the younger crowd. Stephen is a beautiful soul that relates to all he sees. This is paramount when relating to students and dealing with the music business.
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- N$993
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- 5h: N$4,967
- 10h: N$9,934
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