As an introduction, my name is Tyler. I primarily work as an environmentalist / conservationist along the coast (primarily in Cannon Beach). You might have actually seen me delivering wildlife + geological lectures there. When I am not teaching in the tidepools or working in the forests to aid in managing invasive species, I am teaching music theory / composition and percussive performance! Now that I am a local resident, I want to extend my instruction to the wonderful community along the Coast!
Before I became an environmentalist, I obtained my undergrad(s) in percussive performance, theory, and education. I have been fortunate to teach all over the world, from the temples of Thailand, to public schools around the US (primarily in Texas where the need for drumline instructors are at an all-time high). Geographically, my studies include time spent at Princeton University, Moscow conservatory in Russia, Leipzig, Kraków, and Warsaw.
Lessons are typically offered online (via Teams), though I am conscious of the fact that there are many learning styles. While working with my students, I aim to hone in and identify what style works best for the student. With that in mind, in-person lessons are an option at an additional cost (to cover the time of commute + travel expenses). Regardless of the means of delivering the lesson(s), an individual lesson plan is always provided early on for my students to cater towards their personal established goals.
What would we be learning?
That depends on the goals of the student! I have a classical upbringing, so classical orchestration, music theory, and composition is one of the primary topics of lecture. Should we go this route, students will learn to navigate and utilize a music-notating software to both write and notate their own scores (compositions).
For more contemporary styles of music, I instruct on Ableton, Logic, and FL Studio. If you or your child have an interest in creating music that sounds like their favorite modern artist, this would be the path we would explore.
Lastly, if we have any aspiring drummers (classical or modern), percussion lessons are in order! We will cover the primary rudiments, choosing to learn via reading sheet music, or learning by rote (imitation without reading music). From Drum-kit, to marching snare-drum, to keyboard instruments such as Xylophones and Marimbas (2 or 4 mallet); the possibilities are endless in the percussive universe!
*Student must own their own instrument for percussive instruction.*
Prices are as followed:
Weekly 1-hour lesson (online): $40 / hour
Weekly half-hour lesson (online): $24/ HH
*Please note that I do not currently offer bi-weekly lessons. This is done with the student’s own sake of time and money. As a professional, I have found that this schedule ultimately stunts growth of the student.*
If in-person lessons are preferred, we can privately discuss additional costs (that would depend on distance). In-person lessons are available on weekends from Rockaway – Astoria.
I never want any student filled with potential to be neglected (at any level of education) due to monetary situations. I try to maintain fair rates (in comparison to the national average), factoring in my own several years of higher education and instructional experience. Regardless, there is always a place in my studio for curiously creative minds!
*Images posted were done so with respective school’s permission(s).*
If interested, please feel free to PM me! I will get back to you as soon as able 🙂
Tylersimpson295@gmail.com
(682) 717-4171
