PRIVATE DRUM LESSONS
Jeff Salem has over 20 years of teaching experience and is currently teaching in Brampton, ON supporting his TIPS (Total Integrated Percussion Studies) teaching program. He can be contacted at (905) 451-7451 for all bookings and e-mailed at jsalem@sympatico.ca

PERCUSSION PROGRAMS (Drum Set and Hand Percussion)
TIPS (Total Integrated Percussion Studies) is an instructional facility founded by Jeff Salem. Jeff's mission: to teach proper percussion method using his own curriculum "THE BLUE PRINT" recognized globally by many great educators. Using a state of the art facility Jeff strives to create a fun, relaxing and mutually beneficial learning environment for the student and instructor alike. Students will be introduced to all styles of drumming (including Jazz, Latin, Rock, Funk, Double Bass Technique, Chart Reading, Snare Drum studies, Polyrhythms, Odd Time Signatures and many more...) and will have a chance to partake in one-on-one lessons with qualified instructors.

Drum Students in Action  (Video Clip)

JEFF SALEM FEATURED TEACHING A DRUM LESSON ON THE TELEVISION SHOW

"SAVE US FROM OUR HOUSE"

Sample Drum Lesson from TV Show (Video Clip)

LESSON ON PARADIDDLES

At TIPS we specialize in preparing students for art school auditions ranging from Secondary schools through to College and University Programs.

PERCUSSION FACULTY

JEFF SALEM (click here for Jeff Salem's bio)

MATT McFARLAND (click here for Matt McFarland's bio)

MILES GIBBONS  (click here for Miles Gibbon's bio)

DRUM LESSON RATES
30 minutes: $22.00
45 minutes: $33.00
60 minutes: $44.00

JEFF SALEM'S TEACHING RATES
30 minutes: $30.00
45 minutes: $45.00
60 minutes: $60.00

DVD RECORDED LESSONS INCLUDED FOR PERCUSSION CLASSES

GUITAR / PIANO / BASS / VOCAL PROGRAMS

FACULTY:

NINA CUTRONE (click here for Nina Cutrone's bio)

ROGER MACINTOSH (click here for Roger MacIntosh's bio)

RICHARD VETRO (click here for Richard Vetro's bio)

CASEY MANIERKA-QUAILE  (click here for Casey Manierka-Quaile's bio)

Jeff Salem's Music Studio offers a dynamic program that is tailored to the
needs of each student. Whether your objective is to be a technically
proficient musician, or simply learn some songs to jam with friends, we will
help you reach your goal.

Students of all ages, skill levels and tastes can thrive and acquire valuable
musical skills while having fun. The programs stress the importance of
practice, discipline and accepting challenges.


Students will learn the fundamentals of music from technique, reading,
rhythm and theory while exploring their favourite styles of music and songs.
Guitar, Bass, Piano and Vocal students will also learn about melodies,
scales and chords. Piano students have the option to study the conservatory
grading methods. Students will be given weekly recommendations for practice.
They will also receive constant feedback about their playing and
development. Term report cards will be given with grades, comments and
suggestions.

GUITAR / PIANO / BASS/ RATES
30 minutes: $22.00
45 minutes: $33.00
60 minutes: $44.00

VOCAL RATES : 30 minutes : $25.00

	The Percussion Studio
	The students view as seen on a 30" TV screen in the teaching facility. A camera films the instructors during the lessons, allowing students to view the lesson in progress and bring a tape home to practice with.
	Video tape view of instructors drum kit
	The Students Drum Set
	Hand percussion lessons are offered on a variety of instruments including: Congas, Bongos, Djmebe's and Timbales.
	The practice pad area allows the student and teacher to view themselves in a mirror as they focus on technical areas of drumset technique.
	The Waiting Room: Fully complete with television, reading material and fridge filled with complimentary bottled water.
	Pac-man and 38 other classic video games while you wait.
	We provide the students with a warm-up station that will allow them to warm-up before their lesson.
	The Guitar / Bass / Vocal Studio
	The Piano Studio
	Singing Lessons Anyone?  ( The Vocal Studio)

HERE IS WHAT SOME OF OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY

 

 

	"I have been a student of Jeff for many years now. He is a great teacher and a great person. One word ...AWESOME. " - Dan Goodfellow
	"I'm having the time of my life. Jeff's teaching style makes it so easy to learn, that never feels like work. Thanks for being such a dedicated professional Jeff!" - Rachael Richards
	"I enjoy drumming with Matt so much I want to attend lessons TWICE a week! " - Jeremy Gawaran
	"Jeff's enthusiasm for teaching proves to be highly effective for students at any stage of development!" - Keith Do Rego
	"I love drumming, especially with Jeff. He makes it really fun for me to learn." - Maddalene Tuzi
	" I really enjoy studying with Matt at TIPS!" - Mike Moorman
	" Jeff's excellent at not only teaching the technical aspects of drumming, but also in the way he demonstrates how it all fits together. The time flies by, and with the lessons videotaped, I can review what we've covered anytime." -Scott Anderson
	"Matt's a great drum teacher. H e's patient,and will convince you to keep trying your best." - Olivia D' Rolfi
	"Studying drums with Jeff is like Studying Math with Einstein " - Miles Gibbons
	"Jeff taught me how to have fun practicing!" - Matthew Chalmers
	" Jeff is a great teacher because he makes learning fun and builds your confidence - allowing you to think anything is possible. He gives patience and time to allow you to achieve and master even the most difficult drum beats!" - Spencer Bernard