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New student offer. First lesson free.
Online Lessons
Turning your musical dreams into reality
From beginners to advanced
My approach
Whether you’re just starting out or already an expert, my fun and practical teaching style will take your technique, musicality and creativity to the next level. I will work with you to develop a plan to achieve your individual musical goals.
My approach includes rudiments, time and key signatures, reading music, exercises, playing with music, rhythmic modulation, playing together, and improvisation for a variety of musical styles and percussion instruments.
My Expertise
What I Teach
Instruments
Drum set, snare drum, marching snare/tenors/bass/cymbals, marimba, bells, xylophone, vibes, timpani, congas, bongos, djembe, percussion 'toys'
Styles & Skills
Rock, jazz, Latin, funk, fusion, world grooves, concert percussion, marching percussion, rudiments, chart reading, theory, playing to loops/backing tracks, hand percussion and audition prep
Years
1
Lessons
1
+
Private Students
1
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Groups/Drumlines
1
Step up your playing
Achieving your Musical goals
Each year, we’ll prepare a performance piece to showcase your progress. See more past performances on my student YouTube channel.
I have also assisted many students to successfully prepare for scholarships and auditions into top orchestras and bands, drum corps and colleges, such as: Oberlin Conservatory of Music, University of Minnesota, Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies, Minnesota Youth Symphonies, Blue Stars, Colts, Madison Scouts and many more!
Pricing
Best Value Weekly Lessons
Best Value Weekly Lessons
Lesson Packs More Flexibility
Lesson Packs More Flexibility
30 Minute
Weekly Lessons
$
33
Per Lesson
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Paid monthly
Outside of the U.S.? Contact me for pricing.
Outside of the U.S.? Contact me for pricing.
45 Minute
Weekly Lessons
$
46
Per Lesson
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60 minute
Weekly Lessons
$
58
Per Lesson
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Weekly lessons dramatically increase learning!
3 Pack
Three 30 Minute Lessons
$
130
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3 month expiration
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6 Pack
Six 30 Minute Lessons
$
245
00
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9 Pack
Nine 30 Minute Lessons
$
345
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lesson packs provide greater flexibility!
New Student 10 Pack - Only $250
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New student offer. Ten 30 minute weekly lessons for $250.
FAQ
All you need for your first lesson is a device with a camera and microphone for connecting to the lesson and sticks or mallets.
After your first lesson, I will discuss recommendations based on your level/instrument for other items you will need such as: instrument or drum pad, additional sticks/mallets, method books, notebook and hearing protection (for drums).
Online lessons allow more flexibility, convenience and a better learning experience.
Click here to learn more about the benefits of online lessons, how they work and how to get set up.
No! There are lots of YouTube videos claiming to teach percussion (with varying quality), but they have significant limitations compared to online lessons.
With online lessons, you will get one-on-one feedback in real time on your technique and playing, a logical learning path, a regular learning schedule, a customized approach based on your needs and goals, and exposure to new techniques and concepts to push your skill to the next level.
For weekly plans
Weekly plans are at a discounted rate, therefore, if you need to cancel for any reason, you will be charged for the lesson. If you want to reschedule for a different day or time that month and you provide at least 24 hours notice, I will try to accommodate you, at no cost, based on my current availability.
For lesson packs
You must provide MORE than 24 hours notice to the scheduled time, otherwise you will forfeit the lesson.
Yes! I can teach students from any country. I am from the U.S., but currently based in Portugal.
Contact me for lesson pricing for students outside the U.S.
I am happy to give recommendations on brands and models based on your experience. Contact me for more info.
- derrickraiter@gmail.com
- 612 388 1850 (U.S.)
- 351 927 486 347 (Portugal)