Sam Snyder

Percussion Instructor

In teaching someone to play the drums,

I aim for a balance between technique, creativity, and the role of drums in music. Technique includes rudiments and practice habits. Creativity emphasizes imagination, feeling, and passion. The role of drums emphasizes the purpose and possibilities of drums in music. (Read More...)

With over 30 years of experience, I can help you learn to play the drums!

Lessons given in North and Central NJ and Northeast PA

Watch

"Hit the Road" - Live with Angela Stryker Band in Princeton, NJ (large file... slow loading)

Listen

"Meant to Be" - with Angela Stryker Band
"Little Wing" (Hendrix) - demo with Moons of Pluto
"I Wanna Be Sedated" (Ramones) - demo with Moons of Pluto
"Folsom Prison Blues" (Johnny Cash) - live with Moons of Pluto
"Voodoo Chile" (Hendrix) - demo with Moons of Pluto
"Jumping Jack Flash" (Stones) - live with Moons of Pluto
"Space Traveler" - demo with Project Mogul

Read

Teaching Philosophy (pdf)