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Private class instruction is structured to accommodate all age levels. Students are taught basic drum and music fundamentals, as well as rhythmic concepts and styles. An emphasis is given to music appreciation and enrichment. Many different drumming styles are examined, such as rock, jazz, blues, and country. 

Flexible scheduling is available.

Drum Instruction:

Private Instruction

30 Minutes

45 Minutes

60 Minutes

Drum Set

$50

$65

$80

Audition Preparation

$50

$65

$80
 

Scientific studies show that active music making correlates with:

bulletIncreased spatial-temporal reasoning and better math scores
bulletBetter reading ability
bulletLower incidence of drug use and antisocial behavior
bulletIncreased wellness
bulletCase example: In 1999 at PS96 in East Harlem, only 13% of the students performed at grade level in reading or math. Eighteen months after the music program was restored, 71% of the students were performing at grade level. The principal, Victor Lopez, attributes this astounding success to the restoration of the music program.

[Facts about the value of music education from the American Music Conference.]

 
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Last modified: January 25, 2010