Lessons
Paul is now accepting drum/percussion students around the Chicago land area. Study with Paul at any of these
locations whether it be Morris, Naperville, Romeoville or Wheaton, IL.
Paul can also drive to the comfort of your home or rehearsal space as well.
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.
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: $20
45 min: $30
60 min: $40
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.
