drum lessons
DRUM LESSONS
Drum Lessons at New Haven Academy of Performing Arts are designed for students from 5 years old to adults. Young beginners (5 to 6) are evaluated for readiness. Students will learn multiple styles including: from Rudimental Drumming to Classical, from Rock and Jazz, to Latin drum set styles. Lessons will focus on musical literacy, technique, music theory (rhythm, scales, and chords), as well as developing a vocabulary for basic and advanced drumming rudiments, solo and ensemble performance, and applying popular music to percussion. Drum lessons at our Academy are enhanced by the multiple performing opportunities to showcase a solo performance or jam with other musicians, including the
NHAOPA Rock Band.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT STYLES OF MUSIC DO YOU TEACH?
We teach all styles of music from rock, pop, country, jazz, classical and more! We combine the important fundamentals with the music YOU want to play.
WHAT DO YOU LEARN IN YOUR MUSIC LESSONS
Students start by learning fundamentals pertaining to proper percussion technique, which will enable them to achieve the most proper and efficient percussion technique. This technique is taught within enjoyable musical contexts and will greatly benefit students in avoiding overuse injuries that come with improper playing techniques. Students will learn how to read music through studying snare drum exercises/solos and drum set exercises/charts. Furthermore, students will have the opportunity to perform in various cabaret and events within New Haven Academy of Performing Arts.
Many of our events have become a yearly beloved tradition, such as the Halloween Cabaret, The NHAOPA Christmas Spectacular, Valentine's Cabaret and Annual End of the School Year Showcase. Performing in these and other shows is optional, where students make a personal decision with their teachers and parents as to which rshows they wish and are ready to participate in. Our events are very organized, and they are a lot of fun.
Many of our events have become a yearly beloved tradition, such as the Halloween Cabaret, The NHAOPA Christmas Spectacular, Valentine's Cabaret and Annual End of the School Year Showcase. Performing in these and other shows is optional, where students make a personal decision with their teachers and parents as to which rshows they wish and are ready to participate in. Our events are very organized, and they are a lot of fun.
ARE YOUR INSTRUCTORS QUALIFIED?
Our teachers have received their education from prestigious institutions .Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours of the US and Europe and have over 25 years of professional performance and teaching experience. In addition to their teaching credentials, our teachers have warm personalities, are extremely friendly and strive to get to know each student and their parent on a personal level.
HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH DRUM LESSONS?
It's easy to join our musical family! Either Call us at 475-238-8119 or follow the instructions below and one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff will answer any questions you may have.
AFRAID OF THE NOISE?????
You DO NOT have to purchase a drum kit! Beginning students can learn with a drum pad and sticks for about $25 - 40.00 . You can also purchase an electronic set at head phones for practicing at home!!
JUST STARTING OUT?
Here are a number of ways you can keep down the sound levels while practicing at home and keeping it affordable:
1. Start on a rubber practice pad
2. Put rubber pads on cheap drums
3. Purchase an electronic drum kit
HOURS
Lessons are available:
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fridays 9 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lessons are available:
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fridays 9 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
