Adam Randall (Mpls. MN) Drum Lessons / Tutoring

Pricing: 1h = $70, 1/2h = $40 ~ First drum lesson is FREE (30m) ~ * In-person and virtual (zoom / facetime) meetings available for drum lessons and academic tutoring. *Zoom / FT works very well for lessons / tutoring! Convenient from any location * Author of 15+ drum instruction books (available on Amazon) * Drum lessons (drumset, marching, hand drums), at my pro drum studio just west of downtown Minneapolis, MN. * Academic tutoring sessions (math up through pre-calculus, physics, english, writing skills, standardized tests, etc.) Current availability: mainly Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays (check with Adam for specific times!) Most typically once a week works best but any frequency is OK. ABOUT MY DRUM LESSONS I really love teaching! (hence the 15+ training books I've written so far). My job makes me grateful. I meet everyone where they're at skill-wise. Once I understand a student's playing ability, I can address each component of their drumming skill to make sure they develop a well-balanced ability to play the drumset. I also prioritize playing with music, because it's really fun AND important. The lessons with my students are always fun and productive! It's nice to have a pro learning facility, with high-end drums and audio, plus all the books / resources we need. I use primarily my own written books, other books from my collection, and any materials the student needs or brings. Or I'll use the whiteboard to write out patterns. My intent with each student is to help them get as far as they can as a drummer, be inspired, be educated, and have as much fun as possible while making progress. Each lesson usually involves helping the student progress from where they are that week - so a lot of it is like coaching, where I'll watch a student play something, and then guide them through a strategic practice to develop their skills a little bit on the spot. That also shows them how to practice it from there, too. Or we'll work through pieces of a song or putting one together quickly. Or we'll focus on technical skills like double strokes, accent control, rudiments etc. I'm also happy to work with all people - any identities / conditions / challenges. No restrictions, I'm just looking for anyone interested in improving their drumming skills. My studio is a judgment-free zone and a positive environment. ABOUT ME I'm well-trained on the drumset (as well as with some hand drums / percussion) and am comfortable teaching most topics, techniques and musical styles, many of them in great depth. I studied jazz, rock, funk, and 'world' drumming styles throughout college and beyond, and have had plenty of experience performing with bands on stages and in recording studios, plus about 25 years experience teaching drums. Academic tutoring has been a favorite side-gig for me throughout my whole adult life, because I have a degree in Physics (nerd alert!) and have always been inclined to share my knowledge. I have focused largely on standardized test prep (ACT, SAT, ASVAB) because I am comfortable teaching in all branches of academia.