Lessons Offered
Piano, Music
Where are Lessons Offered
In Teacher Studio
In Student Home
About Me
Daniel Drummond has a degree in piano performance and a passion for pedagogy. Daniel is the Director of Music Ministries at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Overland Park, KS and an active performer and teacher in the Kansas City area. He has taught piano privately since 2005. He has experience teaching both beginners and advanced students, young and adult.
My Musical Education Background
Education
Bachelor of Music, May 2009, Truman State University, Kirksville, MO, Major in Piano Performance.
Private Piano Instruction, Dr. David McKamie, Kirksville, MO, 2005-2009.
Private Trombone Instruction, Dr. Jay C. Bulen, Kirksville, MO, 2005-2008.
Private Piano Instruction, Christy Dolan, Lee’s Summit, MO, 1995-2005.
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Memberships
Member of MTNA (Music Teacher’s Nation Association), 2010-present.
Member of MMTA (Michigan Music Teacher’s Association), 2010-present.
Member of AAAPTG (Ann Arbor Area Piano Teacher’s Guild), 2010-present.
Member of LAPTF (Livonia Area Piano Teacher’s Forum), 2010-present.
Member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, 2006-2009.
Member of National Society for Collegiate Scholars, 2006-2009.
Member of the Collegiate Music Educators National Conference, 2005-2008.
Member of Vice President's List, Truman State University, 2005-2009.
Genres and Subjects Taught
I have three methods that I use depending on the personality and learning style of the student as well as many other supplemental materials (flash cards, ear training exercises, etc.) I lean towards the Faber and Faber method, but am also familiar with the Bastien and Alfred methods.
I break my curriculum into four sections, all equally important: theory, technique, application, and performance. I've found these four components, if properly implemented, will allow a student to play and enjoy piano for the rest of their lives.
Lesson Rates
30 min = $120/month
45 min = $180/month
60 min = $240/month
Ages / Skill Levels Taught
5-adult
Service Area
Student Reviews
Olga S
Ann Arbor, MI
Daniel Drummond taught our 9 year old son when we lived in Ann Arbor. My son had been taking piano lessons since the age of 5, and I was worried about finding a teacher for him when we had to move to Ann Arbor. With Daniel, my son did not miss a beat. Daniel has a wonderful ability to challenge his students gently. My son developed his skill and grew as a piano player all the while having fun and looking forward to each and every lesson. He especially enjoyed the recitals. I feel fortunate that we were able to find a teacher like Daniel for our son.
Chris A
Ann Arbor, MI
Mr Drummond has been a great piano instructor to our two sons (ages 7,9) for the past year. We have been very pleased with the expertise and professionalism that Mr Drummond has shown during the lessons. He makes each lesson educational and fun. Our boys are excited about going to each lesson and learning to play the piano. We recommend, without reservation, Mr Drummond to anyone wanting to learn to play the piano.