Hello my name is Richard Everhart. I was born on November 04, 1960. I Started playing the drums in 1968 under the tutelage of my father who was a fine drummer. He taught me all he could.
Then I studied under eight teachers
They Are:
Hello my name is Richard Everhart. I was born on November 04, 1960. I Started playing the drums in 1968 under the tutelage of my father who was a fine drummer. He taught me all he could.
Then I studied under eight teachers
They Are:
They were great players. I was honored to be their student.
When I Was in High School
I had the opportunity and honor to play with
The All Ohio State Fair Band
under the Direction of Omar Blackman.
All I can say is WOW what a Great Band Director. He taught me a lot.
I have performed with
"I have received several awards over the years and they are:
OLMEA Washington State
"The Friend Of Music" Award in 1998 and 2000
The"Apple" Award for Music Excellence
in 1995 and 1997
I have taught over 100 students over the years:
Some have played in All-State Band (about 12) and one student made it to All-NorthWest Band in 1994.
Currently these are the Disciplines I teach
SNARE DRUM
I teach them how to read music in 4/4 time.
Odd Meter Group Time Signatures in 5/4 3/8 9/16 etc.
I also teach the 40 International Rudiments
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I have taught over 100 students over the years:
Some have played in All-State Band (about 12) and one student made it to All-NorthWest Band in 1994.
Currently these are the Disciplines I teach
SNARE DRUM
I teach them how to read music in 4/4 time.
Odd Meter Group Time Signatures in 5/4 3/8 9/16 etc.
I also teach the 40 International Rudiments
DRUM SET
I teach Drum Set coordination
in
Jazz, Rock, Reggae, Funk, Latin, Blues, Samba, Bossa Nova, Mambo, and Country.
I teach advanced coordination concepts with "New Breed" Book 1 and Book 2 by Gary Chester.
Again I also teach the 40 International Rudiments, Multi-Percussion, and How to Play with Brushes.
I specialize in Traditional Grip, Matched Grip, Left-Handed students using the Moeller System.
I also teach four stick playing and Music Dictation
I use DVDs and VHS tapes with the Great Drummers Buddy Rich, Steve Gadd, Bill Bruford and Manny more.
I also teach stick flips, twirls, spins, and complex tricks.
I teach Equipment Set Up, Tuning Poly-Rhythms and:
How to play in Perfect Time.
Music Theory
Intervals, Cords, Triads,Modes, Scales,Harmony, and Compostition.
I teach Music Theory because it is my students weakest link and I want them to be able to compete for scholarships and opportunities that Universities offer.
My drum studio contains:
1 Drum WorkShop Drum set (Double Bass)
43" inch Flat Screen TV with Camcorder DVDs and VHS Player
On board Computer System
PA system' and all equipment necessary to teach
Payments
(1) Four 1 hour lessons = $100 Per Month
or
(2) Four 1 1/2 hour lessons = $110 Per Month
or
(3) Four 1 1/2 hour lessons = $160 Per Month.
This option requires a two year commitment for lessons and I will purchase a drum set for you. This drum set will include a PDP brand by drum
Payments
(1) Four 1 hour lessons = $100 Per Month
or
(2) Four 1 1/2 hour lessons = $110 Per Month
or
(3) Four 1 1/2 hour lessons = $160 Per Month.
This option requires a two year commitment for lessons and I will purchase a drum set for you. This drum set will include a PDP brand by drum workshop or a brand equivalent. Bass, snare, floor tom, and two mounted tom drums. A Hi hat , ride and crash cymbal. All stands included.
I will give you four, one hour, lesson for free
so we can determine if we will work well together.
References:
"Rich can take a difficult concept and break it down to simple components"
Jim Allen Former Band Director Marcus Witman JR High
"Rich makes it look so easy"
Vern Fosket Sequim High School
"I recommend Rich to All my students"
Gary Grams South Kitsap High School
" Rich is fine player and a Great Teacher"
Dave Upton Sequin JR High School
You can reach me at
360-271-0431
or
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