Drum Education Live
Drum Education Live. A podcast born out of the pandemic with the hope of bringing drummers and drum teachers together. Hosted by Felipe Drago and Ciara Chinniah. Guest host in the early episodes is Mark Smith.Each episode we speak to a drummer about what they think is important in drumming education, we speak about their career and open up the conversation to explore ideas, methods and our identities.
Drum Education Live
Joel Rothman
Joel Rothman is the renowned author of almost 100 drum and percussion method books, many of which are among the most popular books used by teachers in private music studios as well as schools and universities worldwide.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Joel studied drums and percussion, as well as piano, with well-known teachers such as Sam Ulano, Ed Shaughnessey, Jim Chapin, Joe Morello, Saul Goodman, and others. He first opened his own private drum studio, then later, after graduating from university, he taught in the New York City school system for many years. During that time Joel was a free-lance drummer playing with various bands and orchestras at private functions, nightclubs and musical shows.