Nick Dekens

I have a wealth of experience as a public school music teacher and drum instructor.  

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My areas of expertise include: 

-Snare Drum Technique 

-Music Literacy/Reading 

-Drum Set Independence 

-Playing with Brushes

-Recording Drums

-Listening Skills/Aural Skills  

-Drum tuning and maintenance 

-Various styles including jazz, funk, R&B, and Afro-Cuban Music 

-Preparation for Region, All State, and College Auditions for young musicians 

 

Now accepting students ages 8 and up (including adults!), all skill levels welcomed. Lessons taught in person in Northern New Jersey at the following rates:  

 

$40/Half Hour 

$55/45 Minutes

$70/Hour 

 

Zoom lessons also welcomed at the following rates: 

$30/Half Hour

$45/45 Minutes

$60/60 Minutes