Information About Japhy - Sheringham teacher -

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Personal Description:

- Experienced drummer/drum tutor based on the North Norfolk coast of England.

- Bachelor of Music with Honours in Popular Music Performance (Drums) - Upper Second-Class Honours Degree (Division One) - BIMM Institute, London.

- Versatile drum instructor available for face-to-face tuition and online drum lessons via WhatsApp, Zoom, Skype or FaceTime.

- Began drumming at the age of 11 and went from being taught in group lessons at school to taking private tuition from a very well respected drummer and educator in NZ.

- CERTIFICATIONS:

- Enhanced DBS Certificate
- Emergency First Aid Awareness
- Level 1 Course in Child Protection
- Prevent Awareness Training Course
- Supervisor Training Course
- Safeguarding Children Certification

For more information please don't hesitate to get in touch to discuss your drumming needs.

Tutoring Experience:

- Japhy is a drum instructor with 20+ years of professional experience - writing, performing and recording original music and over 10 years teaching experience of all ages from 4 to 65+.

- SEN Tutor/Mentor + Classroom/Group teaching proficiency.

- With my experience in live music performance within a variety of different band situations, coupled with my music education, I am able to apply the practical skills and knowledge that I have learnt with dedication into my lessons for students who are interested in learning for fun, writing original music, exploring new concepts, collaborating with other musicians or gaining their Trinity/Rockschool grades at all levels.

Tutoring Approach:

- I provide one-to-one in-studio & online drum tuition offering guidance to students in groove, technique, rhythm and time keeping as well as boosting performance confidence.

- I endeavour to keep my approach interesting, fun and educational to develop students' drumming and musicianship to a higher level whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced player.

- Lessons are tailored to suit the individual needs and goals of the student and are aimed to teach at a pace that works for their particular skill level to ensure the most effective results.

- Concepts covered include (but not limited to): foundational techniques, rudimental studies (and how to apply rudiments in unique and interesting ways to the drum set), co-ordination studies, technique, linear phrasing, improvisation, timekeeping patterns, soloing ideas, dynamic control, four-way co-ordination and sight-reading.

- Musical styles covered include: Pop, Rock, Indie, Funk, Reggae, Drum and Bass, Modern Electronic genres, Jazz, Hip Hop, R&B, Punk, Metal, World Music and Latin.