Gil A., Drums Teacher, Chicago
(773) 360-0204
About Me:
My approach to teaching is first and foremost based on the student having an enjoyable, positive musical experience. I tend to teach more conceptually as opposed to a rigorous program of specific exercises. I believe that technical study is important and necessary, but that it should be done in a manner which is fun and enjoyable for the student. I believe that the music lesson should be something the student looks forward to and is excited about.
Styles:
Classical, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Rock, Blues, Pop, R&B, Funk, Fusion, Latin
Subjects:
Harmony, Theory, Jazz Music History, Classical Music History, Rock Music History
Ages:
Elementary School, Pre-teen, Teenage, Adult
Availability:
Northside. I'm out of Lakeview.
To inquire about Drums lessons with Gil, please fill out the Inquiry Form on this page, or call us at (773) 360-0204.
Gil also teaches percussion up to a professional level.
Experience:
- My performance experience is vast. I've performed in jazz settings, rock settings, and a host of world music settings, including west African music, Brazilian music, and Afro-Cuban music.
- I've performed in many settings, including the prestigious Carnegie Hall and Blue Note jazz club.
- My teaching experience has taken me all over. I've performed Master Classes at NYU and have taught summer festivals and camps.
Education:
- Masters of Music in Jazz Drum Set (MM), DePaul University [2007]
Studied With:
- William Moersch [1999 - 2002]
- Tom Siwe [1998 - 1999]
Drums lessons can be purchased in the form of a Gift Certificate! 4, 6, 8, 12, and 16 lesson packages are available.
You can choose to have the certificate emailed as a PDF file for instant delivery, or have it sent through regular mail.
Differing music styles implement the components of a drum kit in different manners. For example, in most forms of rock music, the bass drum and snare drum are the primary instruments used to create a drum beat.