The Percussion Department
at New Music School
Redefining percussion lessons in Chicago.
The drum and percussion department at NMS combines all aspects of percussion into a comprehensive and engaging programs for both practice and study. We strive to verse all percussion students in western and non-western approaches working both in the classical and popular genres. The program focuses on tying in all areas of percussion, maximizing a student's ability to learn new repertoire and techniques. Students will learn a few core techniques and how to adapt them to new instruments. This interconnectivity of techniques is crucial to the drummer and percussionist who must master an almost infinite number of instruments.
Drum and Percussion students are exposed to artist teachers through master classes with internationally known drummers and percussionists along with the opportunity to attend other instructional master classes. Additionally, drum and percussion students at NMS learn how their instrument relates to all the fine arts by working with renowned professional vocalists, dancers, artists, and actors.
Looking for an accelerated percussion program?
Join the NMS Fellows Program
Vadim Karpinos from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Michael Burritt from Eastman School of Music, and selected Percussion Faculty, team up to offer an intense and accelerated percussion program. The Fellow and Junior Fellow program is the perfect place for a student or parent looking for the college preparatory experience. Enrollment is limited to 8 Fellow and 30 Junior Fellows annually.
Please visit the Fellows Program page for more information.
To Register for Fall Lessons, please fill out the More Info Form or
contact NMS directly at 312 612 1969.
From Our Students:
Alex
College Preparatory Program Alumni
NMS Percussion Student
The Percussion Department
The Percussion Department Chair
Vadim Karpinos
NMS Percussion Department Chair
Assistant Principal Timpani, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The Percussion Faculty
Department
Highlights
- Traditional percussion lessons available.
- Comprehensive instrument education including performance classes, theory, technique, ear training, recitals, masterclasses, performances, competitions, and association of music with the rest of the arts.
- Fun and engaging lessons with the best teachers in the region.
- Personalized curriculum achieving the best possible learning conditions and highest convenience.
- Percussion lessons held at our downtown Chicago school, in students' homes, and at hub locations.
Upcoming
Events
09.11.10
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
09.20.10
Derek Stults performs with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
10.24.10
Derek Stults performs with the Battle Creek Symphony
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
11.13.10
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
12.04.10
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
12.05.10
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
12.18.10
Derek Stults performs with the Battle Creek Symphony
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
02.05.11
Derek Stults performs with the Battle Creek Symphony
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
02.28.11
Derek Stults performs with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
03.19.11
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
04.11.11
Derek Stults performs with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
05.01.11
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville and Owensboro Philharmonic Orchestras
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
05.21.11
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
05.22.11
Derek Stults performs with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
Faculty event: Derek Stults (percussion)
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