“I’m in town for the next two weeks practicing for my next gig! Take a drum lesson with me at one of the coolest places to rehearse in Chicago; the Music Garage Chicago. The Music Garage is at a great convenient location because it’s right next to Vic’s Drum Shop. Grab a lesson from me and buy some cool gear!” ~Paul Wandtke
MUSIC GARAGE CHICAGO
345 N LOOMIS ST
Chicago, Illinois 60607
312-997-1972
Paul Wandtke on Evans Drum Heads
Paul understands that each and every one of his students are unique, and has their own goals and passions for drumming. Therefore, Paul personally customizes each and every one of his student’s lesson plans, so that each student can reach their highest potential, but due to time constraints a lesson with Paul at the Music Garage should be geared towards students seeking a one time supplemental lesson.
Teaching Overview
Hand-technique, foot-technique, various reading studies, independence studies, odd meters and most importantly the concept of “groove” for all styles of music.
Lesson Rates
30 min: $60
45 min: $75
60 min: $100
For more info about lessons and location, email Paul at info@paulwandtke.com
“It’s better to practice something than nothing, but it’s also better to practice with a particular goal in mind”
-Paul Wandtke
Paul is also open to teach percussion.
Teaching History
Paul has been teaching private drum/percussion lessons for the past 6 years and is a lesson contributor for Sick Drummer Magazine where he submits transcribed original lesson plans. Other Sick Drummer contributing artists include but are not limited to: Chris Pennie (Coheed and Cambria), Derek Roddy (Serphants Rise/Traumedy), Tim Yeung (Vital Remains/Divine Heresy), Sein Reinert (Cynic/Aeon Spoke), Bobby Jarzombek (Rob Halford/Spastic Ink), George Kollias (NILE), Mike Smith (Suffocation) and many more reputable drummers.
Education
Paul is in the process of completing his Bachelors Degree from the prestigious Berklee College of Music and he received his Associates in Percussion from Joliet Junior College, which is an accredited school of NASM. Paul is featured on Joliet Junior College’s website here.