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Hi Folks,
FIRST LESSON FREE: Sneak over from Microsoft, Adobe, Sony, etc
9am to 3pm M-F
8am to 5pm Saturdays
Microsoft Campus
51st & 156th Ave NE
www.nedzeppelin.com
My students wrote you some reviews to let you know what to exprect:
"Ned is an amazing teacher. His dedication to his craft is inspirational. I've never had a teacher at any level in my life that cared so much about my development, interests, health (ergonomics, baby. Pain is NO gain!), and priorities. And talk about patience! I'm a living proof that he has a ton of it. Thank you, Sir!"
Antonio M.
Bellevue, WA
3/1/xxxx
"Ned is a fantastic drum teacher and such an interesting person all around. He makes practices so creative. His ability to explain and teach the technical aspects of drumming are incredible. My son's drumming improved even after the first lesson! He's such an inspiration."
Dena T.
Redmond, WA
3/1/xxxx
"Ned is an outstanding drum teacher. I have both my sons (one 8 years old, the other going on 18) in lessons with him, and I have taken a few lessons as well. He is probably the best drum teacher in the area by a large margin.
"With his instructions, the most complex drumming is easy to understand. Want to learn complex beats from Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater, or Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan from Avenged Sevenfold - no problem. Aching for some classic John Bonham or Ginger Baker - done. Having trouble with Jazz Swing beats or Bebop from Jimmy Cobb or Art Blakely - here's how to do it. From Heavy Metal to Bossa Nova/Latin and everything in between, Ned has the ability to make it all accessible.
If you have kids, young or old, Ned is your guy. Learning is fun and improvement just happens. I cant say enough great stuff about Ned - he's the source you have been looking for."
Brett H.
Bellevue, WA
2/25/xxxx
"Ned is an exceptional teacher, an amazing drummer, and a stellar role model for drummers of all levels.
His teaching is customized to your needs and desires for achievement and egos are checked at the door. He is always inspirational and ever-supportive.
Thank you, Ned, for everything you've helped me with."
Harold P.
Seattle, WA
2/25/xxxx
"Ned is a phenomenal drummer and a truly amazing teacher. As a teacher and a musician he is super open-minded, non-stifling (a lot of teachers are stifling), innovative, and a true out-of-the-box thinker. He makes learning fun, exciting and rewarding! Whether you're a total beginner or a pro, Ned will always have much to offer to improve your playing and musicality. I highly recommend him!
Robert J.
Las Vegas, NV
2/24/xxxx
"Ned has allowed me to discover elements about my own drumming and musical abilities, both mind and body, which I didn't know existed before. He is patient and willing to adapt and change to meet my needs, but he also expects a certain level of success from me from lesson to lesson, and I feel constant improvement because of it.
He is also an amazing drummer with vast experience and knowledge. Learning from Ned is fun, and I always look forward to every lesson!"
Brian M.
Lynnwood, WA
3/2/xxxx
"I'm a beginning drummer and took a series of lessons from Ned back in the day when I worked at Microsoft and had the time to sneak off for a quick lesson. I really enjoyed Ned's lessons and his approach to teaching, and found his lessons a great way to get started.
Highly recommended--and especially convenient if you work at Microsoft."
Everett M.
St Albans Bay, VT
3/2/xxxx
"Ned has been an excellent teacher for my son and me and adapted well to our different learning abilities. I would highly recommend him."
ShiSh S.
Redmond, WA
2/23/xxxx
"After getting drum lessons from Ned I've learned things on the drums I never thought I would be able to do previously. I've learned so many things on the drums and with Ned I'm always I'm always on the brink of my knowledge and capabilities so I'm always learning more new and more challenging things. Ned is a very inspiring and skill full teacher with a really great attitude.
I've gotten invaluable inspiration and direction in my drumming and out, and I've not only gotten direction in terms of where I can go with my drumming but what I can use my ever growing talent for in the future. No matter how much experience you have drumming Ned is an amazing teacher who is always willing and able to answer any questions you have, or teach you anything you want to learn."
Jaden M.
Renton, WA
2/23/xxxx
Ned has been my son's drum teacher for about 3 years. He provides a great mix of trying to challenge the student, while also keeping first and formost that playing drums is supposed to be fun. As a teacher of kids, he's first-rate, encouraging (requiring ;) parents to get involved, too.
Although we started drumming for "drum kit" lessons, my son gravitated towards more rudiment-based drumming (the kind you'd do in marching band or drum corps). Ned was right there with him, both helping him with his classical stick tecnnique and incorporating some of those drum elements into his kit playing.
Highly recommended!"
Brian S.
Bellevue, WA
2/23/xxxx
"Very friendly, fantastic teacher.. Can help you with any aspect of drumming: Teaching basics, proper way of exercising, transcribing music... He is great with different styles of music. Very accommodating of different learning paces.."
Baris S.
Bellevue, WA
2/23/xxxx
"As a first time student and having never played any instruments and not knowing how to read music I was very nervous taking drum lessons. But one class with Ned and all my doubts were resolved. He has a great teaching style. Very natural and tuned into the skill level of the pupil. He doesnt try to make you change the way you play but rather works with your natural style and helps you improve your technique. I was amazed how quickly I was able to play after just my first 2 lessons. I am no longer a student but thats mainly due to time constraints. But I have a drum at home and with Ned's instructions I practice as often as I can. Ned is also very open to answering questions by email even after you are no longer a student so I get tips from him even now.
All in all Ned has great patience, is an excellent communicator and has a vast knowledge of music genres. He is also a real fun person to work with so take a class and you wont be disappointed!"
Farah A.
Kirkland, WA
2/22/xxxx
"I have found Ned to be an excellent teacher and a natural, patient communicator, with the ability to break down and make accessible even the most complex techniques and concepts. He listens very well, always gets what I'm going for and finds a way to help me develop the skills to get there.
It really helps that he has a wide and deep knowledge of many genres of music and the talent and experience to play at the level of the greats. Buddy Rich or John Bonham, Miles or Meshuggah, nothing fazes him.
He is not only a great teacher but a consummate professional and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to any level of player, from a complete beginner to a studio artist."
Andrew C.
Redmond, WA
2/22/xxxx
"Ned is more than just a great drum teacher, he's a human encyclopedia of percussion, an amazing analyst of style and technique, a really, really nice guy, and most importantly a great drum teacher. I started seeing Ned when I'd decided that after becoming pretty competent in Rock Band, I might actually try learning for real. I've always thought about drumming but never pursued it. In the past year not only has Ned inspired a love of drumming I never knew I could have, my technique and skills have vastly improved. Not only can I handle an acoustic set with confidence, I can kill at Rock Band now too :). I would recommend Ned for anyone in the greater Seattle area who is looking for a holistic drum teaching experience."
E B.
Kirkland, WA
2/22/xxxx
"ned's a great teacher, our son has learned tremendously working with him over the last couple of years. He takes his students seriously, and inspires rmotivation in middle schoolers which is a rare talent. Gladly recommend ned to anybody with a kid wanting to learn drums."
kavi s.
Redmond, WA
2/22/xxxx
I have known Ned for years and he has worked with me on and off for most of them. I need to get back into my drums so of course I will go to NED to get me motivated and out of my musical dulldrums. Ned has always been patient with me and very encouraging. I would bring in music I was wanting to try to learn. He would graciously listen and try to teach me the basics of the songs. Most of the time I figured it out but mostly with his help. NED... I will be back :) Thank you !!
chrisda h.
Redmond, WA
Updated - 4/27/xxxx
"My older son started with Ned when he was 6 - 2 years ago-. He loves the drums, but mostly he loves having drum lessons with Ned. Not only Ned is a great teacher but he is great with young age kids. Soon my other one (6 now) will start as well. Thank you Ned"
Roberta C.
Redmond, WA
3/7/xxxx