DRUMS

Course Description

The drummer holds a crucial role in a band, contributing significantly to the overall sound, rhythm, and dynamics of the music.

Your study of the drums will include:

• Proper drumming techniques and posture

• Reading drum scores

• Musical terms and drum rudiments

• Stick control, footwork and co-ordination training

• Various rhythm styles and drum fills

• A wide variety of musical styles including Pop, Rock, Latin and more

** FREE Drum Kit rental now included in Aptitude Drum Program

Aptitude Program: Highlights, Fees & Lesson Details

Lesson Fees & Details

• Suitability – this program is appropriate for students age 8 to adult.

• Duration – 30, 45 or 60 minute lesson once per week; 4 lessons per month.

• Regular Term – 40 weeks; from September to June; follows the public school calendar; Summer lessons available (please enquire for scheduling)

• Registration Deposit – At registration a fee of $20.00 is payable to reserve a student's place on the schedule. This fee is refunded in the form of a monthly lesson discount when your account is paid by pre-authorized debit.

• Lesson Fee* – Drum lessons are $118.00 per month. Each month is based on four, 30-minute private lessons. Lessons recur on a month-to-month basis between September to June or until cancelled. Tuition is GST and PST exempt and qualifies for the Manitoba Children's Arts and Cultural Activity Credit. 45 minute and 60 minute lessons are available when required. Please call or email for rates.

• Book Fee – course books are not included and are purchased as required. Average cost is approximately $20.00 per year but will vary depending on the program and grade level.

• Practice Instrument – a suitable practice instrument is required at home.

• Family Lesson Discount – when 2 or more immediate family members are registered for lessons, a monthly lesson discount will be applied to each student. Please ask for details.

-- all prices subject to change without notice --

*A monthly lesson discount will apply when you arrange to pay your account by pre-authorized debit. Does not apply to Aptitude Music Program, RCM Theory or playLOUD programs.