Numberless
Platinum Member
No, I'm not teaching a friend's kid after I've only been playing for two years. Actually I'm 22 and a music major, though I have not given lessons before, it is something I really want to do at some point. I've been reading the various threads on this subject and I have a couple of questions, feel free to chime in even if you've never given a lesson in your life!
1) How do you introduce the rhythm theory/music notation to the students? Do you treat it as a whole separate subject or integrate it with other areas such as technique or coordination? I've read that some studens flat out refuse to learn any of this stuff and if that's the case, you gotta work with them strictly by ear, ever had a student like this?
2) What are some good beginning drum method books to check out?
3) In between students, my teacher almost always has music playing in his room, it's not unusual for us to spend the first 5 or 10 minutes of the lesson just listening and talking about music. I really like it, not only do I discover new music, being able to see that the teacher is just as passionate and in love with music as the rest of us is very inspiring. Do you think it's acceptable to take some time from the lessons to listen/discuss music and drummers? For example I would love for my students to have a little knowledge of the history of the drumset and how it came about, and if they're interested in a certain style, we could examine classic albums or players and check out their work.
I realize I'm asking a lot, so if anyone takes the time to answer, you have my utmost gratitude!
1) How do you introduce the rhythm theory/music notation to the students? Do you treat it as a whole separate subject or integrate it with other areas such as technique or coordination? I've read that some studens flat out refuse to learn any of this stuff and if that's the case, you gotta work with them strictly by ear, ever had a student like this?
2) What are some good beginning drum method books to check out?
3) In between students, my teacher almost always has music playing in his room, it's not unusual for us to spend the first 5 or 10 minutes of the lesson just listening and talking about music. I really like it, not only do I discover new music, being able to see that the teacher is just as passionate and in love with music as the rest of us is very inspiring. Do you think it's acceptable to take some time from the lessons to listen/discuss music and drummers? For example I would love for my students to have a little knowledge of the history of the drumset and how it came about, and if they're interested in a certain style, we could examine classic albums or players and check out their work.
I realize I'm asking a lot, so if anyone takes the time to answer, you have my utmost gratitude!