DRUM LESSONS

We offer drum lessons for students ages 5 through adult. Lessons are conducted weekly in either 30 or 60 minute classes at all three of our Lehigh Valley studios. In addition to private instruction, and once students are comfortable and feel confident in their drumming ability, they will also be given the opportunity to perform at various recitals conducted througout the year. Older students may also opt to take part in Band Coaching, where they will learn the skills necessary to put their private lessons into practice with full 4-6 piece rock, blues, or jazz bands. ARE YOU A GROWN UP? No problem! Our teachers love their adult students. You're never too old to start learning new tricks. Interested in finding out more about available dates, instructors, etc.? Fill out this INQUIRY FORM and a Lesson Coordinator will contact you to discuss your lesson options. Lesson Rates $100 month - Four (30 min/weekly) sessions. $200 month - Four (60 min/weekly) sessions.

DRUM STAFF JON BRAUN Jon has toured nationally with the band he co-founded, The Insidious Rays, and released four studio albums, one of which was produced by Andrew Weiss (Ween, Rollins Band, Butthole Surfers.) He has performed at some of the country's most prestigious venues, including BB King's in NYC and The Electric Factory in Philadelphia. Jon has studied sax and drums privately for more than 15 years. He has performed or worked with artists like Ike Willis and Napoleon Murphy Brock (Frank Zappa), Bernie Worrell (P-Funk, The Talking Heads) and members of Ween. Recently Jon founded Start Making Sense: Talking Heads Tribute, which has received rave reviews, and sometimes features Bernie Worrell. DRUMS Bethlehem: Tuesday Coopersburg: Monday     BENJAMIN HILLMAN Benjamin M Hillman (or “Big Ben” as he is known by some) was educated at The University of Massachusetts at Lowell where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree, majoring in Music Theory and Composition. He is a prolific songwriter and performing artist with nearly a decade of experience teaching private music lessons on piano, percussion and voice. In addition to emphasizing the importance of fundamental elements of music and a basic understanding of music theory in his lessons, Hillman also encourages his students to have fun using imagination and creativity to explore the sounds of their instrument, instilling in them a sense of confidence in their abilities and a deeper appreciation and love of music. In 2006 Hillman relocated to the Lehigh Valley, and has continued to perform nationally and internationally, sharing the bill with a number of diverse and well known acts, ranging from Jimmy Buffet to The Wu Tang Clan. Earning the nickname “The Professor of Funk,” Hillman went on to form his own group called Big Ben and The Royal Family, who currently can be seen touring around the northeastern US. DRUMS/ PERCUSSION Coopersburg: Thursday Bethlehem: Saturday     SCOTT KELLY Scott has been teaching private drum lessons for the last 7 years. He loves working with young people, and feels he can relate to them very well. "I think most musicians, not having a regular 9 to 5 office job, are kind of forced not to grow up as fast", says Scott. He has performed as a drummer with several regional and touring bands including: File Under X, Mad Dog and Blues Nite Out, and current, the modern country band, Gritzz. His Favorite artists include: Led Zeppelin, RUSH, The Beatles, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Disturbed, The Police, Toby Keith, Dropkick Murphy's, AC/DC, The Ramones...just to name a few! DRUMS Bethlehem: Monday     VERN MOBLEY Vern is a drummer at heart who has been playing for over 3 decades. During that time he has worked tirelessly to craft an unmistakable drumming style and talents unrivaled in the Tri-state area. Often playing multiple rhythmic patterns while playing additional percussion instruments, Vern's sound often gives the illusion of multiple drummers/percussionists playing the drum kit simultaneously. He is currently the band leader and drummer of the band Fusion Jazz Trio. Despite a busy schedule that includes being a church organist you can occasionally catch Vern playing with other local talents around the Lehigh Valley. DRUMS Coopersburg: Tuesday