Begin Your Drumming Journey with T.R. McKotch
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"I took lessons with T.R. for 14 years. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a professional, T.R. is the only option when it comes to picking a teacher. He is also a fantastic mentor and coach. With seemingly an unlimited supply of lesson plans tailored to your needs, you will never get tired of learning" ~Ryan Sandberg (Drum Educator @ The Music Conservatory, LLC)
"I've been studying drums with T.R. for 11 years (now it's 2023). His classes have been an enormous help to my drumming capabilities. T.R. is an amazing teacher and I would recommend him to anyone who takes their drumming seriously!" ~Aviel M.
"T.R. is fantstic! A true gem for our area." ~Steve Gustafson (10,000 Maniacs)
"T.R. is a fun, engaging teacher and does a tremendous job working with my seven year old. He is patient and knows how to redirect and refocus him when he is frustrated or distracted. My son is loving learning to play the xylophone with him." ~Alyssa Romashko (Rock Star Mom)
“Your class gave me so much structure. It has always been something I've appreciated! Thanks for being a great teacher and friend!" ~Mark Reininga, Actor NCIS - L.A.
"T.R. McKotch is an excellent percussion instructor. He not only teaches how to play music, he explains why and how rhythms fit into a composition. Personally, with T.R.'s guidance, he has given me the training and confidence to create and organize my own Community Drum Circle, Jamestown Thunder. He listens to what the student wants to improve and designs a program to fit the individual. T.R. is a multi-talented musician that can teach all forms of percussion from drum set, hand drums, mallet and snare drum studies. I highly recommend T.R. because in my view, he is the best instructor in his field in our area." ~Richard Schuler
“T.R. McKotch is a rare kind of musician who can both play and teach very well. His ability to connect to beginner drummers, both by teaching and empowering them are traits that will help his students long after they leave his experiences. T.R. is someone who truly loves people and wants to see them progress.” ~Jim Donovan (Sun King Warriors | Rusted Root)
“T.R. is a dream come true, seasoned at drumming AND teaching. Calm, professional, kind, patient, and articulate. He creates lessons for my personal needs. I can't imagine how good I'm going to be in no time with such a great teacher 😊 🥁 🥁” ~Cindy Mohr, Patagonia, AZ
"T.R. is great with my son! He focuses on the rudimental skills first and explains exactly why things are important. He does a great job of demonstrating a skill and working through it with my teenage son. He’s kind, relatable, and really encouraging." ~Angie Martin
"It is said that ‘You can’t teach an old dog new tricks’, but T.R. can do just that. I came to him for drum lessons somewhere in my late 60’s. He taught me well and was VERY patient so I continue to enjoy drumming today, now that I’m 81. I’ve gone from the fundamentals which he made sure I understood to playing along with modern tunes on YouTube. What fun it is - many thanks to T.R.!" ~Cindy Bracken, Cranberry, PA