My 13 year old son has expressed an interest in learning to play jazz drums. While I'm thrilled that he's showing an interest in such an accomplished and challenging field, I have no idea how to proceed. Should he take lessons or just pick up some stix and put on some Gene Krupa? If lessons are the way to start, how do I find someone who can give him what he's going to need? The teachers in my area all seem to be self-taught rockers, making it difficult to know if they're worth the commitment. Is there a way to identify a good drum teacher? All advice is appreciated.
posted by Jamesonian
on Apr 1, 2013 -
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You are a music teacher who knows how to make lessons fun and involving for a young person in a rebellious frame of mind.
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posted by yoHighness
on Mar 4, 2013 -
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Does anyone have strong recommendations for a teacher of drums in the Somerville/Cambridge area?
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posted by DoubleMark
on Dec 5, 2012 -
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I have a friend who's looking to learn (rock) guitar. Any firsthand recommendations for teachers in the Somerville/Cambridge area?
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posted by DoubleMark
on May 14, 2012 -
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Private music teachers! What are your experiences offering group lessons? Trying to make more money on a per-hour basis.
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posted by agnielson
on Mar 3, 2011 -
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Music should be experienced first-hand and without instruments. Where in New York City can I go and
participate in music? Choral groups, drum circles, singing circles - where do I find them?
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posted by MesoFilter
on Mar 12, 2010 -
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What's the best non-in-person way to learn guitar? I'm looking for either web-based lessons or a DVD.
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posted by GilloD
on Jan 3, 2010 -
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Want to learn to play the guitar. Recently discovered the guitar I have is classical, not western acoustic. Can I still learn how I want? And other questions from a non-musical dreamer.
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posted by nokry56
on Dec 6, 2009 -
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Is there a great, free website where a child with no prior experience can learn to tune and play her new guitar?
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posted by daisyace
on Jan 13, 2009 -
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Our children are taking piano lessons. They need a piano. We don't know what we're doing.
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posted by Fairchild
on Sep 19, 2008 -
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I want to learn, from a teacher face-to-face, to use the various tools in an electronic (as in "dance," including hip-hop) music producer's arsenal. Do classes/lessons exist? How about in Chicago?
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posted by nitsuj
on Aug 28, 2008 -
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At what point do you give up on trying to learn a musical instrument? Are some seemingly "normal" skills impossible for some people to learn even with time and instruction? Can lack of skill trump desire?
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posted by pixlboi
on Apr 24, 2008 -
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Given that I have a somewhat substantial history playing the piano, how difficult would it be to take up lessons for the piano again after years out of practice AND start, for the first time, lessons on the Violin? How beneficial would such "cross training" be? How difficult would it be to find a teacher who could guide me on such a hybrid path? Other Thoughts?
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posted by DetonatedManiac
on Apr 8, 2008 -
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I'm not a pro (and I don't play an instrument...) Where can I go to sing early country music in New York City?
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posted by supercoollady
on Nov 24, 2007 -
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Is it possible to develop that smoky quality in one's voice (Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Janis Joplin, etc.) without damaging one's vocal chords? Or is that something that just occurs naturally, or else would be too dangerous to try?
posted by psmealey
on Jul 30, 2007 -
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I've been asked to give music lessons to a young blind boy. He has been blind since birth, and he is a music fanatic. Please help me figure out the best approach to take in teaching him about music.
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posted by davey_darling
on Sep 22, 2006 -
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Any drummers out there? I've been wanting to learn to play the drums for a long time. I have a solid musical background - years of piano, saxophone, and guitar - and a good sense of timing. Without much spare cash for lessons, I'm wondering if it's possible to teach yourself to play. If so, any good instructional books/CDs/techniques? And what about a starter kit - features, brands, models, price range?
posted by gottabefunky
on Jan 7, 2004 -
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