Drum Lesson FAQ's
How much are drum lessons and how long are they?
Drum lessons are $40 for a four week-month and $50 for a five-week month. Drum lessons are 30-minutes long, every week.
Who is my teacher and what qualifications does he have?
When Jeff was 4-years-old, he began playing drums because of his father's influence. Jeff grew up listening to records in his parents garage and playing drums along to each record. Jeff soon developed a love for jazz and Motown music, especially Stevie Wonder. Jeff was self-taught until the age of 16 and decided to take lessons from a professional teacher when he turned 17.
In 2001, Jeff began lessons with Tony Ferderber and continued studying for 7 years. Jeff studied and learned how to read drum music. He also learned and mastered various drumming styles, including jazz, latin, funk and classical.
Jeff has played with many different bands including The Great Escape, Science Killed the Dinosaurs, Breakout the Shotguns, the Kickstart, the Mark Soini Trio and Strums & Drums. Jeff also serves at his church in Warren, Believers - The Connecting Place, as a part-time drummer. Jeff has also served as a studio and session musician with Todd Maki. Jeff's session work with Todd landed in the holiday film, "A Dog For Christmas".
Jeff began teaching drums in 2011 and is passionate about teaching drum fundamentals. He is also passionate about teaching worship drumming. Jeff has taught various workshops on worship drumming and its fundamentals at his home church. He continues to learn and teach drums in addition to learning piano.
In 2001, Jeff began lessons with Tony Ferderber and continued studying for 7 years. Jeff studied and learned how to read drum music. He also learned and mastered various drumming styles, including jazz, latin, funk and classical.
Jeff has played with many different bands including The Great Escape, Science Killed the Dinosaurs, Breakout the Shotguns, the Kickstart, the Mark Soini Trio and Strums & Drums. Jeff also serves at his church in Warren, Believers - The Connecting Place, as a part-time drummer. Jeff has also served as a studio and session musician with Todd Maki. Jeff's session work with Todd landed in the holiday film, "A Dog For Christmas".
Jeff began teaching drums in 2011 and is passionate about teaching drum fundamentals. He is also passionate about teaching worship drumming. Jeff has taught various workshops on worship drumming and its fundamentals at his home church. He continues to learn and teach drums in addition to learning piano.
Where are the drum lessons located?
Drum lessons are located in our home. For more details, please contact us.
What days/times are drum lessons available?
Jeff is currently booked for the Summer 2020 semester. Please check back in the fall for available time slots. Please contact us if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
What is the cancellation/makeup lesson policy?
Lessons must be cancelled 24-hours before your regular lesson. If an illness or emergency arises the day of the lesson, please contact Jeff via text message 1-hour before the lesson. Makeup lessons are offered in both of these instances. If you fail to show up to your lesson and do not notify your teacher, no makeup lessons are granted. Makeup drum lessons are offered on Saturdays from 11:30-1pm.
What books and materials are required for Drum lessons?
The following books are mandatory for your drum lessons. Please click on the links below to purchase the books to use in your lessons:
To practice efficiently, please have a drum set OR practice pad, drum sticks, a metronome and headphones at home:
- Fundamentals of Rhythm for the Drummer by Joe Maroni
- Drum Journal: Practice Log and Planner by Mike Klee
- Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer by Ted Reed (For Advanced Students Only)
To practice efficiently, please have a drum set OR practice pad, drum sticks, a metronome and headphones at home:
- Pacific PDP 5-Piece Drum Set
- Vic Firth 12" Double-Sided Practice Pad
- Korg Visual Beat Counting Metronome
- Sony ZX Series Stereo Headphones
- On Stage Music Stand
- Vic Firth Kidsticks Drumsticks (Ages 8-10)
- Vic Firth American Classic 7A Drumsticks (Ages 11+)
- Union DSS-416B 400 Series Snare Drum Stand (optional)
What Holidays will i have off from lessons?
You can find the specific dates on our calendar, located in the menu under the 'Music Lessons' tab.
- Memorial Day
- July 4th
- Labor Day
- Halloween
- Thanksgiving & Black Friday
- Christmas & New Years week
Can I terminate lessons at any time?
You are not bound to a contract, nor do you have to sign a contract to take lessons. You are free to terminate lessons at any time, but please be aware there is no money back guarantee once you pay for lessons at the beginning of the month. We strongly encourage you to finish out the month in which you paid for before terminating lessons.
Will there be any student recitals? Are they mandatory?
Yes, two student recitals are offered each year; a spring recital and a Christmas recital. They are not mandatory, but highly encouraged.