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Michael

5 (4 reviews)

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Number of students accompanied by Michael since their arrival at Superprof

5 (4 reviews)

RM204/h

1^st lesson belanja

Drum
Percussion

Experienced tutor in Drum in San Fernando, Michael offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Drum
Percussion

Lesson location

- online

About Michael

Mud Dog Drum Studio is all about learning how to play the drums correctly and the confidence that comes with being a drummer!

We have a large studio space with multiple drum kits for one-on-one instruction and we’re always set up to record your lesson.

Gearing up for college auditions?

Trying to improving your skills to better participate in HS Marching or Jazz bands?

Need to become a more creative or supportive part of your working cover/wedding or original band?

Regardless of your age, current abilities or style of music you wish to pursue, this is the place for you!

What you will learn:

Reading Music & Drum Rudiments

Techniques & Solid Timing

Creating Beats & Fills

Balance & Coordination

Musicianship & Creativity

Charting Song Structures

Recording Techniques

Tuning and Set-Up for Recording

Mastering your Instrument

Requirements:

Practice Pad and Snare Stand

Adjustable Drum Throne

Sticks, Metronome, Music Stand

Drum Set (optional but recommended)

Minimum 45-60 min per day (everyday) for assigned practice.

Most Importantly... a Passion for the Art of Drumming

No Excuses // No Drama // No Limits on what you WILL Achieve

Weather you want to pursue drumming as a full time commitment or just want to enjoy playing drums to your favorite songs, I am happy to help you along the way.

Take our “Studio Drumming” courses and you can learn first hand how to approach the instrument in a recording studio setting using your newly acquired advanced musicianship skills.

I have been teaching students from all ages and skill levels for over twenty years and still, the best part of what I do is seeing the look on my students face when they learn a new song for the first time and they’re able to play along, or when they gain the confidence from learning a new concept or technique and how applying that technique to a groove or fill expands they’re understanding of the instrument.

Helping them apply their talents and skills artfully and musically is the most fulfilling experience for me. My training at William Paterson University in classical percussion as well as contemporary drum set allows me a unique perspective on the instrument and the ability to teach across a broad spectrum of styles and genres. Keeping that diversity in my playing as well as my teaching is one of the strongest motivational forces for me.

Here are some testimonials from past students:

"Mike Holowatch is the best teacher I have ever had . He not only made me a better player, but he opened my mind musically. He taught me to not only be a drummer, but to be a musician. I highly recommend taking lessons with Mike, you will gain great technique and become a very well rounded drummer... and musician."

- Josh Toth

"I took drum lessons with Mike Holowatch for three years. His vast depth of knowledge and ability to breakdown and explain concepts, enabled me to not only perform at a higher level, but expand my musical horizons to places I had never thought to venture. Since my time with him, I have continued to record and play shows with various artists, as well as perform with the Monmouth Symphony Orchestra. Everything I learned be it drum technique, sight reading, along with the spiritual side of drumming can be attributed to him. To this day I continue to work on the exercises and concepts he passed on to me. Mike Holowatch is a great asset to the drum community."

- Mike Ruvolo

“Mike is a great drum teacher. He can help you achieve your goals because he has the ability to instruct and to understand a student's strengths and weaknesses and target those problem areas and fix them. He is an extremely talented musician who teaches drumming in many styles of music. He helped me with , technique, balance, co-ordination, and sight reading. Mikes positive approach gave me the confidence I needed to take my drumming to the next level. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or pro, Mike will improve your drumming... That is a 100% guarantee! Much love an appreciation goes out to him.”

- Susan O'Leary

"Mike Holowatch has been my drum teacher for going on 5 years now. Since I have been his student my drum set playing has improved dramatically. I am a more confident player now because he not only teaches what it means to play drums, but to understand the instrument as well. He instructs you on everything from practice pad work, notation, hands, feet, feel etc. I owe all my abilities and skills behind the kit to Mike and wouldn't be the same player without him and his instruction. He understands that everyone learns the instrument at a different pace and takes that into account when teaching you. He is tough but fair, and is always able to help with any sort of trouble that you may face when playing. Whether you have been playing for years, or are just starting your journey on the drum set, Mike will be able to help you no matter what, and you will be a better player for it."

-Jonathan Kramer

I was brought into my towns High School marching band when I was only a 6TH grader to teach the upperclassmen in the drum line their parts. It wasn’t easy to get and hold their attention but once I did, I realized I had a knack for teaching drums and began my own teaching practice that has been thriving ever since...

I studied privately for many years before continuing my formal training at William Paterson University. Since graduating with a degree in Music Education I have continued to teach, study and expand my musical repertoire. I have been teaching drums and percussion for over 25 years, working with students ages 7 to 77, from the hobbyist to the working professional.

About the lesson

I ask a lot of questions about the students listening taste, experience, goals and personality so I can better understand where they want to take their playing. Then I put together a comprehensive lesson plan that will set them on the right path.

I have worked with a wide variety of students from working professional adults to young(and old) aspiring beginner drummers. I have also had success teaching students with learning disabilities as well as those recovering from brain injuries who needed help regaining their balance and coordination.

Make sure you get along with your teacher on a personal level but most importantly trust the teacher you are hiring is a certified, professional and is teaching you properly. Be sure they are not leaving out any information that may lead to gaps in your learning that will need to be filled later in your career.

I recently saw Saturday Night Live Alum Fred Armisen and his “Stand-Up for Drummers” show at the Steve Allen Theatre in Hollywood. A thoroughly hilarious comedian and drummer (along with some very special guest drummers) performs stand-up material, music, and sketches for an audience of fellow drummers. I highly recommend it for any musician.

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Am I serious about learning the art of drumming?

What kind of drummer am I looking to become?

Hobbyist? Professional(Touring/Studio)? Weekend Warrior?

Do I have the time and discipline it takes to practice enough to achieve the level I wish to achieve?

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Sid

Mike is firstly a rock solid drummer. In addition to that he is also a really good producer. He plays pretty much any genre you can think of. Mike is a music dictionary and this makes him a great source for new and old music styles and trends. He has been a drummer for most of his life, if you’re looking to learn drums the right way, mike is your man!
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Sid
Mike is firstly a rock solid drummer. In addition to that he is also a really good producer. He plays pretty much any genre you can think of. Mike is a music dictionary and this makes him a great source for new and old music styles and trends. He has been a drummer for most of his life, if you’re looking to learn drums the right way, mike is your man!
Jonathan

Professional, Helpful, Patient, Effective. These are all things that encompass what makes Mud Dog Studios and Mike Holowatch so great. Over my 6 years now working with Mike I can say that my playing, understanding, love, and passion for making music and playing drums has grown far beyond what I ever thought I could do. Working in different music styles, rhythms, beats, as well as having a large focus on technique which is always important.

If you ever have a chance to work with Mike I would wholly recommend you take the chance. His methods, knowledge, experience, make for a worthwhile experience any time you are working with him.

I owe my love, passion, and skill for the drum set to Mike and all that he has taught and given me over the years. Truly one of the best around.

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Jonathan
Professional, Helpful, Patient, Effective. These are all things that encompass what makes Mud Dog Studios and Mike Holowatch so great. Over my 6 years now working with Mike I can say that my playing, understanding, love, and passion for making music and playing drums has grown far beyond what I ever thought I could do. Working in different music styles, rhythms, beats, as well as having a large focus on technique which is always important.

If you ever have a chance to work with Mike I would wholly recommend you take the chance. His methods, knowledge, experience, make for a worthwhile experience any time you are working with him.

I owe my love, passion, and skill for the drum set to Mike and all that he has taught and given me over the years. Truly one of the best around.
Scott

Mike was an excellent teacher! He was a very big part of making me the player i am today. Would highly recommend him!
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Scott
Mike was an excellent teacher! He was a very big part of making me the player i am today. Would highly recommend him!
Susan

I learned a lot in the year that I took lessons with Michael, he was very easy to follow and he took his time to make sure I understood what he was showing me and he would make sure I could execute the technique properly instead of just passing it over just to get to the "good stuff". I am not a drummer, I only took lessons for a year so I could say I did and because I love drums but I am confident, with what I learned from Michael, that I could teach someone rudimentary drumming if there was ever someone that wanted me to show them the basics of drumming. I still have my lesson book which I refer to often and I still drum from time to time. Michael also introduced me to some music I never heard, which was awesome and a bonus! I hope that whoever takes lessons from Michael is as blessed as I was and still am from his teaching.
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Susan
I learned a lot in the year that I took lessons with Michael, he was very easy to follow and he took his time to make sure I understood what he was showing me and he would make sure I could execute the technique properly instead of just passing it over just to get to the "good stuff". I am not a drummer, I only took lessons for a year so I could say I did and because I love drums but I am confident, with what I learned from Michael, that I could teach someone rudimentary drumming if there was ever someone that wanted me to show them the basics of drumming. I still have my lesson book which I refer to often and I still drum from time to time. Michael also introduced me to some music I never heard, which was awesome and a bonus! I hope that whoever takes lessons from Michael is as blessed as I was and still am from his teaching.
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