Instruments:
•Drumset
•Piano (Classical, Jazz, Blues, Pop)
•Concert Percussion
•Auxiliary Percussion

Subjects:
•Music Theory
•Aural Skills
•Songwriting
•Improvisation
•Synthesizer Programming

(Subjects can be taught on their own or incorporated into instrumental lessons)

Pre-K & Elementary-aged students
Brad is an enthusiastic and patient instructor, and makes learning music enjoyable for younger students.

College Audition Prep
Brad has prepared numerous students for college auditions. He works with college instructors to make sure audition requirements are met.

Competition Prep
Brad has sent countless students to solo and ensemble competitions with great success.

Drumset

The rhythmic foundation of most any musical combo, the drums are an integral part of contemporary music.

• All genres (rock, funk, jazz, blues, country, latin, etc.,)

• Learn to read and understand rhythm and drumset notation.

• Learn important concepts such as your role in different musical settings, historically important performers, and professionalism.

Piano

Piano is one of the most expressive and versatile instruments in the world! Brad has 17 years experience playing the piano, and is a skilled instructor of beginning to intermediate students of all ages.

Keyboard Percussion

Keyboard percussion includes marimba, xylophone, vibraphone and glockenspiel. Fascinating instruments with diverse repertoire! 

(Can be taught alone or as part of “Concert Percussion” curriculum)

Concert (Orchestral) Percussion

Percussionists have the privilege of learning and specializing in a plethora of instruments.  In addition to keyboard percussion (above), also included in this category are well-known instruments such as snare drum, bass drum, timpani, chimes, tambourine, triangle and crash cymbals as well as lesser-known instruments/sounds such as crotales, gongs, hand drums, wood blocks, shakers and various sound effects!