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Frequently Asked Questions
Most asked questions about Saint Louis Drum Lessons
Am I too old to enjoy drumming? You are never too old to learn something new. Some students are retired from work & finally have time to enjoy the activity of drumming.
I'm so uncoordinated. I'll never be able to play the drums. Coordination can be learned. With correct instruction and repetition, most will excel in coordination.
Do I need to own a drum set? It is not necessary to own a drum set to take drum lessons. Drumming is all about motions. Students who don't own drums will learn motions on a practice pad at home then perform them on a real drum set during lessons.
What if I already play drums and am really good? Will you make me start over from the beginning? I teach all levels of drumming. I work with students who've had a head start by building on their strengths to take them to the next level.
Do you have many female / older students? Yes. I have several female students as well as older students; the oldest being 71 years old and the youngest student being 10 years old.
What is your teaching schedule? Lessons are given Monday through Friday from 3pm to 8pm. Saturdays from 11am to 5pm. The studio is closed on Sundays.​
I don't have much time to practice. Will this be a problem? No worries! Some students struggle with finding time to practice and that's okay. These students come to lessons to enjoy the cathartic & physical aspects of drumming, although even just 15 minutes per day of practice yields great results.
I don't want to waste time learning to read drum music. Understood. Learning to read music is not required to learn the art of drumming. Some students prefer to focus solely on playing rather than reading. However, many of these students indeed discover the value of reading music through their own development. They then agree to spend a few minutes each lesson on basic reading, then the bulk of their time focusing on drumming techniques, motions and playing.
Can you work with me on learning my favorite songs? Yes. We will dive in immediately & begin to relate & understand the drum parts of your favorite songs.
Can you teach my 3 year old to play drums? He's very advanced for his age & I want to get him started early. Private drum lessons are valuable to drummers ages 10 yrs. and up. I believe a younger drummer would benefit from an inexpensive smaller drum set at home to explore with until they are ready to sit for 30min to absorb information.
Where are your lessons held? Saint Louis Drum Lessons are given in my private lesson studio located near South County Mall. 3923 Randhall Drive 63125
How much do lessons cost? I make drum lessons easy & affordable, however, there are other details (cancellations, rescheduling, vacations) that are better understood in conversing one on one. I offer a free 30min consultation at the lesson studio to discuss goals, price, scheduling & other details. Text or call my personal cell now: 314-766-6991 and we'll get started. It's easy!
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