Beginner – Advanced Private Drum Lessons are taught by Alec Jones. Lessons are currently offered on Mondays in the orchestra room (next to the main sanctuary) or in Room 311 on the 3rd floor.
For first-time students, a suggested beginning age for guitar lessons is 6-7 years old.
About Alec Jones
Alec started his music education and performance skills as a talented drummer and pianist from Chelsea High School. He has a love for music that is evident in every note he plays! Over the years at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) he gained a reputation for excellence and professionalism. Beyond teaching drums at the Conservatory, he performs regularly at local venues, weddings, churches and corporate events, where his well-honed skills are put on display to the excitement of all. He serves in his local church doing sound production.
Drum lessons are currently offered on Mondays. They are held in the Orchestra Room, which is located next to the the main Sanctuary.
Class Descriptions
Beginner, Moderate, and Advanced Drumset
Student lessons will vary greatly depending on their level of proficiency, practice, and experience. They will cover subjects such as:
- Proper technique of playing the drums
- Playing different styles music: Rock, Country, Gospel, Pop, Jazz, Fusion, Hip-hop, Funk, Blues, Swing, Reggae…
- Playing in different meters: 4/4, 3/4, 2/4, 6/8, 12/8, 5/4…
- Using a metronome
- Understanding rhythm theory and notation
- Developing effective practice techniques
Beginner Snare Drum
Student lessons will vary greatly depending on their level of proficiency, practice, and experience. They will cover subjects such as:
- Technique and rudiments for snare drum
- Reading sheet music
- Drills and fundamentals
- Practice techniques
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