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Ian R
Thornton, CO

Drum Lessons


Studio

25 Years

About Me

Ian received his B.M. in Percussion Performance from Texas Tech University, M.M. in Percussion Performance from the University of North Texas, and Ph.D. in Fine Arts – Musicology from Texas Tech University. His background in percussion performance is a varied mix of interests in musical styles and instruments. He was a member of the Roswell, Lubbock, and Midland Symphonies, performed for musical theater, toured as a drumset artist in pop settings, performed jazz on vibes and malletKAT in his own ensembles, a Latin percussionist in salsa groups, and performer of the steel pan. Ian has taught in music departments for San Jacinto College, Lonestar College, Houston Community College, The University of Houston, Lubbock Christian University, and Texas Tech. He has been a percussion clinician/guest artist for various schools, including Brazoswood High School, Pearland ISD, Coppell ISD, Lewisville ISD, Texas Tech, Lubbock Christian University, Lubbock ISD, and The Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas. Ian also formed Maroon Steel, the first official Steel Band of Texas A&M.

Ian R has over 25 years of music experience in the Thornton area.

Ian R is proficient in and teaches Drum Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

BM Percussion PerformanceOctober 1996
Texas Tech
MM Percussion PerformanceOctober 2000
University of North Texas
PhD MusicologyJuly 2011
Texas Tech


What to expect in my Drum Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Students can expect to study what they desire to learn in in whatever genre or genres of music they are interested in pursuing. Playalongs, learning reading skills, and developing technique are a part of the lesson. We go at the pace the student desires.



Formal Education:

PhD - Musicology, Texas Tech MM - Performance, University of North Texas BM - Performance, Texas Tech

Performing Experience:

I am a freelance musician with a varied mix of interests in musical styles and instruments. I was a member of the Roswell, Lubbock, and Midland Symphonies, performed for musical theater, toured as a drumset artist in pop settings, performed jazz on vibes and malletKAT in my own ensembles, a Latin percussionist in salsa groups, and performer of the steel pan. 

Experience Teaching:

I have taught in music departments for San Jacinto College, Lonestar College, Houston Community College, The University of Houston, Lubbock Christian University, and Texas Tech. He has been a percussion clinician/guest artist for various schools, including Brazoswood High School, Pearland ISD, Coppell ISD, Lewisville ISD, Texas Tech, Lubbock Christian University, Lubbock ISD, and The Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas. Ian also formed Maroon Steel, the first official Steel Band of Texas A&M.

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Genres Taught:
  • Rock
  • Blues
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Country
  • Acoustic
  • Christian
Lessons Locations:
  • Teacher 's Studio
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon off off View
Tue 10:00am 8:00pm View
Wed off off View
Thu 10:00am 8:00pm View
Fri 10:00am 2:00pm View
Sat off off View
Sun 1:00pm 2:30pm View
Last updated on 06/20/2024
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