1^st lesson free

Richard

5 (5 reviews)

Price $71
Answer 1h
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Number of students Richard has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
14
Number of students Richard has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (5 reviews)

$71/h

1^st lesson free

Drumming

Experienced tutor in Drum in Roanoke, Richard offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Drumming

Lesson location

- online

About Richard

First one-hour session is a free test drive. Each lesson thereafter is $30 per hour. During the test drive determine if I have the skill sets, personality, methods of teaching, professional musical background and education that you believe will enable you or your child to develop the skills to play the drums. Most importantly tell me what your goals are.

Here are reasons you should call me on (concealed information) to schedule the test drive. I have genuinely enjoyed training children (10 yrs.+) and adults, beginners with little or no musical background. Experienced students can direct me to focus training on their specific desires, such as learning to play various rhythms to different time signatures, or help them enhance their drum-fills ability, or orchestrate solo's. Find a teacher that can demonstrate their talent and knowledge, and more importantly explain techniques and the fundamentals of music so the student can understand and apply them. I have over 30 years’ experience ( 25 professional ) and have provided personal one on one training designed for each individual's skill level for over eighteen years. Learn to play the right and "easy way". All instruments require the development of various forms of skill sets. Obviously, the ability to play drums requires independent hand and leg coordination. You need a teacher that can explain and show you how to develop these skills. For a drummer, nothing is more important than being able to keep time and lay down a tight groove. Additionally, training the correct muscles while learning basic drum rudiments is what develops the students stick speed. I will teach either the traditional or matched set hand methods based on the student’s preferences.

A student’s class time and practice time should be rewarding, by making sure occasional frustration is more than compensated for by the progress they realize they are making. That would mean that I should be adept at using bushes as well as sticks. However, what, and how I teach can be applied to all genres of music. The style of music we concentrate on could be Country, Rock, Pop, Latin, Funk, Blues, Smooth and Traditional Jazz, etc. The student's preference of training is always a priority. During the test drive you will not even be asked if you have interest in taking additional lessons. In fact, I recommend that you think about what I have to offer overnight, and what approaches I recommended might be best suited to accomplish your goals. If you do not call me back, I understand that you are considering other options. I will not call you or try to initiate any additional contact with you unless you make another effort to contact me. Would you buy a car before taking a free test drive? Not much to lose, right?

Two lesson process options are available:

1st option:

In person lessons at my home in Keller. Requirements are that you either show me proof that you have completed your covid-19 vaccinations more than two weeks ago or wear a mask when you are in my home.

2nd option:

The process today has been revised to provide for social distancing by using the ZOOM app., with payments accepted only via PayPal. A number of my students prefer this method even though they have had their shots. It conveniently saves time and eliminates transportation costs.

Other considerations that may be of interest of you:

I am flexible with scheduling

You are not expected to pay if you miss a class

You are not required to sign a contract

I offer a free test drive class. (learn about the methods that will be used to ensure that you will make progress and make it a fun experience)

If you decide to use my services electronic payments are accepted via PayPal or cash

I WILL NOT:

• reply to text messages that ask me if I am still available. Why would I pay for an add if not? I will reply to text messages after initial phone conversation.

• contact someone else that you are referring me to

• click on any link someone sends me.

I felt like sharing my skill set with others would be rewarding to them as well as myself. When a student grasps something I am teaching them they may see me pat myself on the shoulder. Major goal is for my student and I to have fun.

Besides taking years of private drum lessons, my high school years were filled with numerous music classes, and performance in marching band, orchestra, and swing band. I also performed professionally in the Chicagoland area during my younger years The last 20 years I have performed locally with a rock band but mostly jazz quartets and trios.

About the lesson

Determine:

·         students goals

·         previous music leaning experiences if any

·         their favorite genre

·         scheduling availability

Explain learning options:

·         reading music notes

·         learning by ear

·         leaning by other black and white options I have developed

Explain how drummers use their smallest muscles to develop speed, and timing precision

Explain my approach to making and keeping the learning process fun!!!!!

Male or female. I prefer working with ages 10 and above

Shop around.   I imagine pricing might be an issue, but instructors skills, personalty, and manner of conveying their instructions, including examples should be major priorities. What kind of drum set will I need? Do I need to purchase a drum set immediately? Are there pro's and cons to purchasing a drum set soon? Can an instructor provide advice related to the purchase of a drum set? Ask them if they will give you a free hour of their time to provide you with answers to all of your questions. Would you buy a car without a test drive? I provide a free test drive.

1990's Bull's 6 championships. Blackhawks 3 championships in 2010, 2013, 1nd 2015,..... and of course the 1985 Bears Superbowl championship.   These are recent in my mind,...............and only my mind.

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
What do you want to accomplish? What are your goals? Why drumming?

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Schreiber

They are very adaptive. We have done both in person and online lessons and both were great. We are able to work on whatever id like.
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Schreiber
They are very adaptive. We have done both in person and online lessons and both were great. We are able to work on whatever id like.
Victor

Very knowledgeable, flexible, patient, and affordable. Highly recommend.
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Victor
Very knowledgeable, flexible, patient, and affordable. Highly recommend.
Rob

Rich is a wonderful teacher, he employs different techniques to help achieve breakthroughs and keep progress going. His hand skills are amazing and it's only contagious in wanting to be a better drummer when watching his skill and mastery of the kit. I highly recommend him as a drum instructor.
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Rob
Rich is a wonderful teacher, he employs different techniques to help achieve breakthroughs and keep progress going. His hand skills are amazing and it's only contagious in wanting to be a better drummer when watching his skill and mastery of the kit. I highly recommend him as a drum instructor.
Aneek

He's a great instructor and provides fun and entertaining lessons. He's good with the basics and can develop rhythms of all levels while also having a great taste in music and artists.
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Aneek
He's a great instructor and provides fun and entertaining lessons. He's good with the basics and can develop rhythms of all levels while also having a great taste in music and artists.
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The first lesson with Richard will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

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First 1 hour lesson is free. Thereafter $30 per hour

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