Lessons
Whether you've studied for years, or are just beginning...I can help you sound your best. At Music/Arts Institute, I teach all areas of percussion:
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snare drum
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keyboard percussion
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drum set
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multiple percussion
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timpani
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ethnic percussion
- electronic music
My studio incorporates the latest teaching techniques and stresses the development of creativity, problem solving, and goal setting. Lessons are one-on-one and involve study of etudes and musical compositions, technique exercises, memorization skills, and more. In addition to private study, all students are encouraged to participate in the CrossPulse Ethnic Drum ensemble, which focuses on the musical traditions of West Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean. We emphasize improvisation skills and group participation and welcome all to join. Experience is NOT necessary.
For more information, please call Jon at 816-506-3243 or use the contact form on this site. You may also call Music/Arts Institute at 816-836-1998 to set up an interview appointment. I welcome all to consider joining the Percussion Studio at MAI, and look forward to speaking with you.
Lesson Policies at Music/Arts
You will find all of this information at the Music/Arts Institute website, but here is a condensed version for your convenience.
Enrollment
Music/Arts operates on an academic year – September-July. With ongoing registration, you may enroll at any point in the year and your contract will be prorated based on the number of lessons left in my year. To begin the process, you will need to schedule an enrollment interview through the Music/Arts office (816) 836-1998.
Recitals and Festivals
Music/Arts offers two festivals in the spring: Pre-Contest Festival is for high school students preparing for All-District Music Contest, and Festival MAI is for all enrolled students. Each festival is adjudicated and written comments and a rating are provided by the judge. In addition, the Percussion Studio holds two studio recitals per year (see MAI calendar or calendar on this site).
Building Closure
Because Music/Arts services students from many school districts, it is impossible to coordinate closures for inclement weather with each district. If I cancel lessons, notices will be posted on this site and the Music/Arts Institute website.