Manhattan Drum Teacher
Manhattan Drum Lessons
Eldon is a drum teacher in Manhattan offering drum lessons to drummers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx and other areas of NYC.
“I love nothing more than to pass on the knowledge I have gained to the next generation of musicians in order to help others to be able to do what I love to do.”
Manhattan Drum Teacher's Biography:
Welcome to my Manhattan drum lessons drum teacher profile.
Eldon is a talented and versatile music teacher with over 39 years of professional experience working in music. Expert knowledge in Music Theory and History as well as Performance. Extensive experience teaching students privately and in schools from beginner to professional level. Skilled drummer, lead and bass guitarist, pianist and background vocalist.
Manhattan Drum Lesson Services
- Educated students ranging from elementary school through high school
- Developed lesson plans and taught private individuals and groups
- Taught students how to read music, drum composition and drum line
- Prepared students for participation in drum solos, recitals, competitions and examinations
- Created, implemented and evaluated multifaceted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles of students
- Oversaw all planning and preparation for live performances and recitals
Manhattan Drum Teacher Experience
- Drum Instructor, 2015 – Present The Boys Club – Manhattan, NY
- Live Performer, 2007 – 2015 Eldon Simms Band – New York, NY
- Music Instructor, 2002 – 2007 PS 38 Public School – Brooklyn, NY
- Private Music Instructor/ Live Performer, 1997 – 2002 Self Employed – New York, NY
- Drum Instructor, 1992 – 1997 Borough of Manhattan Community College – New York, NY
- Drum Instructor, 1987–1992 The Point Music and Arts Program – Bronx, NY
Education
- New Jersey City State College, Jersey City, NJ A.A. in Music; Minor in Journalism
- Dover Business College, Paramus, NJ Certificate of Computer Technology Training
Get in touch and get drumming. Free 30 min. trial lessons – subject to availability.
Boring But Important Stuff:
Manhattan Drum Lessons
- I teach drum lessons in Manhattan from the ground up, ensuring the student has a solid basis to work from.
- I teach drums at students house in Manhattan, Bronx and Brooklyn, or from my own space or online drum lessons.
- As a member of the Total Drummer drum teaching program I have access to huge libraries of teaching material such as the main syllabus, famous song charts, drumless playalong tracks and everything else needed to deliver the best drum lessons possible.
I have lots of live experience
Here’s me in the studio jamming with a bass player. I enjoy bringing my performance experience to my students to help them become confident musicians.
Offers:
Free 30 min. trial lessons – subject to availability.