Wednesdays 8:15–9:45 pm, 9/30–12/2; No class 11/25
| Age | Adult |
| Event Type | Class |
| Department | Drums and Percussion |
| Day | Wed |
| Instructor | Jason Levis |
| Status | inperson event |
This course is designed for students interested in learning the fundamentals of drum set playing. Through hands-on instruction, guided practice exercises, and playing along with tracks in a variety of styles, students develop essential drumming techniques and rhythmic skills.
Topics include:
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Drum set setup and basic tuning
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Proper stick grip and technique
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Rhythm, timing, and coordination
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Basic beats, fills, and grooves
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An introduction to fundamental rudiments
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Listening and playing in a band setting
By playing in class each week, students build a solid foundation in drumming and develop the skills needed to play basic grooves and interact with other musicians in a variety of musical settings.
Prerequisites
No prior drum set experience required.
Wednesdays 8:15–9:45 pm
9/30–12/2
No class 11/25
Jason Levis, $450
(in-person)
Materials
Students should bring a pair of drumsticks to class.
About Jason Levis
Jason Levis is a composer, drummer, and percussionist whose work blends jazz, contemporary improvisation, modern classical composition, and dub. His music is shaped by a strong sense of timbre, rhythm, and sonic space, reflecting a lifelong interest in exploring uncommon musical intersections.
Levis has led and collaborated with numerous ensembles in the San Francisco Bay Area and Berlin, Germany. He currently teaches at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned his Ph.D. in composition.