Why You Shouldn’t Quit Your Music Lessons

This post is a continuation of my previous post “How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain”. Carlos Courtney, a student of mine and drum instructor, found this video and requested it be on my blog. It’s amazing how playing an instrument (like drums) has such a positive impact on us and spurs emotional and behavioral growth. I am putting links to the studies mentioned under the video. Enjoy “Why You Shouldn’t Quit Your Music Lessons” and contact me with any questions.

Mr. Brett

Read More:
Music lessons spur emotional and behavioral growth in children, new study says
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/sp…
“Parents who have patiently sat through countless music recitals and questioned their sanity at encouraging all those trumpet or violin lessons need do so no longer.”

Using Music to Close the Academic Gap
http://www.theatlantic.com/health/arc…
“New studies on the cognitive advantages of learning instruments at early ages.”

Early Music Lessons Have Longtime Benefits
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09…
“When children learn to play a musical instrument, they strengthen a range of auditory skills.”

 

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How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain

I have been telling my students, parents and other teachers for years how playing drums or any instrument has a positive effect on our brains. A student of mine and drum instructor, Carlos Courtney, found this video on the subject, so here it is. Enjoy!  As always contact me with any questions and keep drumming on!

Mr. Brett

 

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Learn How to Play a 12/8 Double Paradiddle and Nanigo Groove

Learn How to Play a 12/8 Double Paradiddle and Nanigo Groove.

All you need is One Drum, Fast Fingers and a Dream!

I came across this video of a street performer playing on one drum using all his fingers. He does an excellent job and reminded me of a buddy of mine who was able to play like this.
Something interesting and fun – enjoy!!
Mr. Brett

Learn How to Play Mozambique on the Drums

Learn How to Play Mozambique on the Drums – Taught by Brett Frederickson

On this drum lesson video, I describe how to play a Mozambique groove on the drums. Enjoy, and let me know if you have any questions!
Brett

Info on Brett Frederickson. He has been teaching drums for over 27 years including drum line instruction for 17 years. He is a graduate of MI (Musicians Institute); Featured in Drum Magazine, Drum Business and Modern Drummer.

– Degreed instructor — Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)

– Drum Set instructor for over 27 years

– Drum Line instructor for over 17 years winning many State Competitions and Awards

– Featured in magazines including Modern Drummer, Drum Business, and Drum Magazine

– Has Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.

– Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute

– Former students have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion

– Located in North Phoenix

Brett’s true passion is teaching students to play drums, in a fun, quality learning environment. So whether you are just getting started, or have been playing for years, Brett can help you take your skills to the next level.

Lessons are for a full hour at $25.00/hr. Come see why his students keep coming back!

Brett Frederickson 602-843-3114 or Online at http://www.drummersrule.net.

Sixteenth Note Triplet Drum Lesson Video

On this drum lesson video, I describe how to incorporate a sixteenth (16th) note triplet technique into your drumming repertoire. Sixteenth note triplets are one of my favorite fills to use in medium to slow tempo grooves. Enjoy, and use the heck out of these ideas!!
Brett

Info on Brett Frederickson. He has been teaching drums for over 25 years including drum line instruction for 17 years. He is a graduate of MI (Musicians Institute); Featured in Drum Magazine, Drum Business and Modern Drummer.

– Degreed instructor – Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)

– Drum Set instructor for over 27 years

– Drum Line instructor for over 17 years winning many State Competitions and Awards

– Featured in magazines including Modern Drummer, Drum Business, and Drum Magazine

– Has Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.

– Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute

– Former students have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion

– Located in North Phoenix

Brett’s true passion is teaching students to play drums, in a fun, quality learning environment. So whether you are just getting started, or have been playing for years, Brett can help you take your skills to the next level.

Lessons are for a full hour at $25.00/hr. Come see why his students keep coming back!

Brett Frederickson  602-843-3114 or Online at www.drummersrule.net.