The drum set is one of the most fun yet challenging instruments to play, due to the need to master intricate coordinations. In this class we will study proper basic hand techniques, including the bounce, rudiments, press rolls, etc.,  as we learn to play drums or advance our techniques.
We will cover the most universal beats and coordinations to understand and perform a wide variety of ethnic styles of music. Lastly, we will explore the instrument in the context of music improvisation and soloing. Beginners as well as experienced drum students are welcome!
Requirement: Drums sticks (model 5A recommended) and a practice pad.
 
NOTE:
This item is a request for a package of private, 30-minute lessons but does not guarantee placement and will show up in your basket as a $0 item. Please specify your preferred day.
 
COST: A DASEP staff member will contact you to arrange scheduling and payment if your child is selected for these lessons (in order of sign up). The cost will then be:
• $600 for a package of 12 private lessons (Mondays)
• $700 for a package of 14 private lessons (Tuesdays) 
• $650 for a package of 13 private lessons (Thursdays).

PRIVATE DRUM LESSONS WITH JORGE

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Kindergarten, First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh, Eighth
Born in Lima, Peru, Jorge began playing drums at age 16. In 1994, following his passion for Jazz, Jorge relocated to the United States to study at the Berklee College of Music. Jorge has performed and or recorded with Grammy-winners: Maria Schneider, Danilo Perez, Ruben Blades, The Either Orchestra, Claudio Ragazzi, Gian Marco and Eva Ayllon. He also has performed other world renowned artists, such as: George Garzone, Avishai Cohen, Daniel Blake, Tim Ray, Rufus Reid, Eddie Gomez, Jorge Roeder, Mili Bermejo, Geoffrey Keezer, Bert Seager, Claudia Acuna, Sofia Rei, Joey Blake, Tania Libertad, Eric Kurimski, Bruce Bartlett, John Lockwood, Jason Palmer and Grace Kelly. A Boston-area resident, Jorge is actively involved in the city’s jazz scene and frequently commutes to New York City for performances in venues such as The Blue Note, The Jazz Standard, The Jazz Gallery, Sweet Rhythm, Tonic, Jordan Hall, Scullers Jazz Club, The Regattabar and The Berklee Performance center. Jorge has been featured in WBUR's "Kind World", NPR's "Toast of The Nation", PRI/BBC "The World", GBH "Eric in the Evening" and Peruvian National TV "Sonidos Del Mundo". In 2010, he joined the faculty for the Summer Performance Program at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts.

For over 23 years, Jorge proudly directed a music/drumming mentorship program for "at risk" students in Brookline, Massachusetts. He has taught at The New England Conservatory, The Panama Jazz Festival, The Internal Compass Jazz Seminar in Israel, La Pontificia Universidad Catolica in Lima, The National Conservatory in Lima, Perú; The National Conservatory in Santo Domingo, The Jerusalem Academy in Israel and at the Portsmouth Dance and Percussion Festival in New Hampshire.

This is Jorge's 25th year teaching drums at DASEP!

PRIVATE DRUM LESSONS WITH JORGE

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