With over 40 years of experience, Mark is committed to teaching beginner to advanced drummers of all ages.

Endorser for Yamaha, Sabian, Pro-Mark and Evans, Mark is a member of the Sabian Education Network and has taught over 1000 students since 1981.

about mark

A lifelong native of Niagara Falls, Canada, Mark Rogers started playing drums when he was eight years old; by the age of eighteen, he was recognized by the Canadian Jazz Festival as the top drummer in the country for his age group. Over 40 years later, Mark still enjoys a busy full-time career as a professional musician performing, recording, producing and teaching.

Since 1981 Mark has taught over 1000 students, many who have become professional drummers working all over the world. For others, it began a journey towards the many facets of the music business and the arts. From beginner students of the instrument, to advanced drummers who need an inspirational reboot, Mark's teaching approach is in demand for all types of drummers, young and old.

"Being an active musician, I have the opportunity to pass along real world experiences to my students."

curriculum

Personalized lessons at my home studio in Niagara Falls, Canada.

  • Introductory concepts to build independence and 4-way coordination of 8th note Rock and Country patterns are developed and practiced. Students initially use Mark's "number system" as an alternative to traditional music theory allowing beginners to concentrate on playing first, before being introduced to drum theory at the intermediate level.

  • More challenging independence and coordination patterns are explored using 16th note Funk, Rock, and triplet based Shuffle patterns. The "number system" is gradually replaced with basic music theory using Ted Reed's "Syncopation" and Gary Chester's "The New Breed" study books.

  • Jazz and Latin American rhythms are deeply explored using both sticks and brushes. Students will combine these grooves with Funk and Paradiddle patterns using triplet, sextuplet, and 32nd note feels. Continued reading exercises will develop at a university level, and various applications using the metronome will be practiced to help achieve the students' "inner clock".

Rates:

$30/ half hour (recommended for ages 11 and under)

$50/ hour (recommended for ages 12+)

class of 2024

get to know mark

IMPRESSION RECORDING STUDIO

Mark is founder, engineer, and producer of Impression Recording Studio established in 2020 in Niagara Falls, Canada. It’s a hybrid analog/digital studio, where the recording environment has been re-imagined to once again capture inspired human expression. 

LMT CONNECTION

LMT CONNECTION are true masters of their craft. They’ve been together for 34 years, recorded seven albums, played over 6500 shows including 14 tours of Europe (2003-2019) and 6 tours of China (2013-2018). 

NEWWORLDSON

Four-time Juno nominees Newworldson
rocketed to international fame after the release of "Salvation Station" in 2007. With 5 acclaimed albums spawning 2 international hit singles and millions of streams, Newworldson continues to headline festivals around the world.

ENDORSEMENTS

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Call or Text: (905) 356-4788

Email: RogersDrumSchool@gmail.com