Corey is a highly educated, experienced & sought after drum instructor in all styles of drumset & traditional world percussion. Whether you're just a beginner or have been drumming for many years, Corey will be able to help you reach your musical goals.
Corey has been teaching for over ten years, and has a broad range of students from age 4 to 85. His central philosophy to teaching is to guide each individual to their desired musical goals through refinement of listening skills, knowledge of all styles, basic time and pulse, sound, technique & creativity.
Studying with Corey is hard work, and he knows that. That is why he doesn't leave his students clueless when they leave the practice room. All students will learn how to listen, respond, and react to the music they love the most, while learning to play and appreciate jazz and world music at the same time.
Lessons take place inside his professional teaching studio located inside Gary’s Music Store in Rome, NY. Fees are $20.00 per half hour, $40.00 per hour. Lessons can occur on a weekly or bi weekly basis according to your preference. Payment is due in advance for each month of lessons.
Cancellations
If a situation arises where you must miss your scheduled lesson, Corey requires a 24 hour advance notice. If you fail to notify him prior to 24 hours of your lesson time, your payment will be forfeited, and you'll lose the option of a makeup lesson. Lessons cancelled in time will be made up according to your preference.