Welcome to Learn Drums Live

Posted on December 26, 2010 by admin

  • Drum Lessons for All Ages and Levels

  • Complete Drum Studio with two Professional  Kits and Over 50 Instructional Books and Videos to Learn From

  • Very Reasonable Prices and Flexible Scheduling

If you live in the Metro Atlanta area and would like to study at the home studio, which includes two drum sets, percussion, a library of learning materials, and audio and video taping capabilities, please visit In the Area.

If you want to study from the comfort of your own home with an experienced instructor, at a reasonable rate, and within a flexible schedule that meets your needs, you can do so via the Internet. Let us know by contacting us  here.

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Insonnia Live

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

One of the bands I play with, Insonnia, recently performed at an outdoor show in Duluth, GA. The promoter, Danny Dussault, was kind enough to take some pics and send them to me. Thought I would share…

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A New Drum Lesson Video for You!

Posted on May 13, 2012 by admin

Hi Guys and Gals,
I recently added a new drum lesson video to my Youtube channel. From the description: This free drum lesson, brought to you by learndrumslive.com, shows ways in which to build and improve your left foot independence against the traditional jazz ride pattern using Ted Reed’s Syncopation book.
Enjoy!

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A New Jazz Independence Drum Lesson for You

Posted on April 24, 2012 by admin

I have recently been working on improving my hihat independence against the traditional jazz ride pattern as well as comping between my left hand and right foot. Enjoy!

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Creating Your Own Drum Parts: An Example

Posted on April 17, 2012 by admin

I recently had to learn a song by Peter Gabriel called “In Your Eyes” The song has a combination of drumset and percussion, with the emphasis being on the percussion parts. I thought it would be interesting to look at some of the grooves I came up with which would represent both the drums and the percussion as well. Enjoy!

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Welcome to Africa!

Posted on April 15, 2012 by admin

Hi guys and gals,
One of the things I have recently been re-exploring for myself and my students are traditional African rhythms (specifically from the Ghana region) applied to the drumset. I really enjoy these rhythms and can see how American Jazz as well as Afro-Cuban and Brazilian rhythms are derived from many of these patterns. I put together a video which demonstrates some of the rhythms I have been working on with my students. Enjoy!

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Drum Lesson Spring Special!

Posted on April 10, 2012 by admin

Learn Drums Live is now offering a one hr lesson for the price of 1/2 hr lesson through the month of April (a $15 value)!
The one hour lesson, normally $35, is being offered for the half hr rate (normally $20) for new students. Just mention this ad and you will receive a one hr lesson for the cost of a 1/2 drum lesson. For first time students only.
What a deal!

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Free Drum Lesson Video For You!

Posted on April 6, 2012 by admin

Hi Guys and Gals,
Just performed a three lesson series that focuses on playing against an Ostinato. Here is the first. I will post the next two in the next week or so. Enjoy!

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A New Free Drum Lesson Video For You

Posted on March 30, 2012 by admin

Just recently posted a new drum lesson featuring one of my favorite Afro-Cuban rhythms, the Nanigo. Its “coolness” likes in its “6 against 4″ feel, and is a lot of fun to play. Enjoy!

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Learn Drums Live offers in studio drum lessons AND lessons via the web!

Posted on March 21, 2012 by admin

Remember, Learn Drums Live offers drum lessons for all levels of players at our studio in North Metro Atlanta and on the web via Skype!

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