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Joel Klein
Teacher of Percussion and Musician
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Joel Klein
Drums
Education and Experience
I have played drums for over 50 years and was on the road for over 10 years. I have
played with all style and size bands from duos to big bands to show bands to
symphonic bands. I play and teach all styles of music including Jazz, Rock, Country,
dance, orchestra, and ethnic rhythms.
I studied drums in New York City with Sam Ulano for many years. The method I
teach is Sam Ulano’s drum method along with my own innovations. This method
teaches you to be able to master the drum and drum set to play in any situation
including orchestra, concert band, and marching band.
I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree and Master’s Degree including teachers
education credits..
Drum Lesson Technique
A drum music lesson consists of two parts. You learn to read music and learn to play
a drum set. snare drum and percussion instruments for concert band work. You do
not need a drum set or snare drum to start lessons. I recommend the largest drum
pad you can find (10 inches or larger) and a pair of heavy sticks (marching or metal
practice sticks, which I can supply). This builds finger and wrist muscles.
Beginning lessons start with an introduction to music notation and terms and basic
exercises to acquaint you with proper sticking technique. Beginners start with Sam
Ulano’s ABC Guide (which I supply at a minimum fee.) Books are sold at cost as you
progress. I also supply my own notebook at a minimum cost for copying.
I recommended one lesson per week. Scheduling is extremely flexible and
considerate of school activities, holidays, and family vacations.
My Jazz Story
I love jazz because...It is the basis for all creative pop swing and rhythm. I was first exposed to jazz...by my drum teacher Sam Ulano in NYC and Piano great Bob Kaye. I met [musician name]...Buddy Rich & Gene Krupa, Lionel Hampton, and Bob Crosby. The best show I ever attended was...Frank Sinatra and Count Basie at Central Park in NYC. The first jazz record I bought was...Workin WIth Miles Davis. My advice to new listeners...Listen to ALL types of music including Classical and Opera and Pop and Jazz of course. It's all about Rhythm for Drummers and Percussionists. Or whatever else you have in mind.