Experienced Drum INSTRUCTOR
Private Drum Lessons in Sarasota, FL
Learn to play drums with Rich MacDonald, a professional drum teacher with over 35 years of experience. All ages, levels, and styles. Whether you’re interested in rock, jazz, funk, blues, Latin, rudiment drumming, or chart reading, Rich can help you achieve your drumming goals.
Rich MacDonald – Professional Drum Teacher
I have been performing and teaching professionally for over thirty-five years. Originally from just outside Boston Massachusetts, I was a percussion instructor for the Boston Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps as well as for several high school marching bands.
Upon graduating from Berklee College of Music in 1985, I worked for Carnival Cruise Lines and Premier Cruise Lines playing in show bands and dance bands. The show band backed up a number of name acts such as Little Anthony and the Imperials among many others.
Testimonials
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Rich was my first long term drum instructor. He is partly responsible for my choosing to pursue a percussion performance degree in college. His attitude, his expertise and his general good nature all mix to make studying with him both an enjoyable, and a fulfilling experience. If you want to discover what playing drum set is all about, Rich is the guy.
Nick B.
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I took up drums in my late 50’s after not playing for many years. Rich is a patient, responsive teacher who allows the student to progress at his own rate while also providing the technical guidance that allows genuine progress. As a musician, he’s very versatile and in my opinion rock-solid over a range of genres. I feel fortune to have found him.
Ken S.
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Richard has been teaching my daughter Lila drums for a bout 2 years now. He is very knowledgeable with education from Berklee School of music, patient, and an effective teacher. He teaches all age groups, music genres and theory. I highly recommend him and suggest you contact him if you are interested in getting lessons for yourself or for your kids.
Afshin K.
Videos
Anatomy of a Beat
Intro to a drum beat. A guide to a basic rock beat for beginners.
Common Drummer Issues 1
A look into some common issues that I see in a lot of drummers that effect their sound and timing. Part 1 of 2.
Common Drummer Issues 2
A look into some common issues that I see in a lot of drummers that effect their sound and timing. Part 2 of 2.
Take drum lessons from a professional with over 35 years of experience in Sarasota, FL.
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✓ Master various drumming styles.