William A. Jo

Altoona, IA

Drum Lessons

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Experiance 55 Years

About Me

Piano: Began at age 5 with private teach. I performed at Indiana Piano Recital at Indiana University 1953. First Place and Standing Ovation.

Drums; Began in 5th Grade, Private lessons, Jr High Band 1961 through 1963. High School Marching Band, Concert Band, Choir. 1964-1966. Indiana HS drum soloist. 1st place 1964,65 & 66. Indiana HS Jazz Drummer 2nd place 1965, Indian HS Jazz drummer of the Year 1966.

While in high School I worked through ABC Production in Chicago. I worked with many bands in Chicago as fill in when regular band drummers were not available. Marian & Jimmy McPartland, Stan Getz, Ides of March, Buchinghams, Shadows of night, and many more.

North Texas State University: 1966-67 Jazz Music Major. 3 O'clock Lab Band drummer. Instructor Leon Breaden, Private instructors, Ed Soph and Ron Fink' NTSU Marching Band, Concert Band.

I went on the road with a couple of groups in Holiday Inn's and Ramada's in the mid west. At a friends request I moved to Nashville and worked at Studio B with a number of well known artists. I recorded with Barbara Mandrell, Earnest Tubbs, many commercials and preliminary recordings for future artist's work.

Santa Fe Summer Thearter Staff Drummer 2 years at the Greer Garson Theater. I have 10 years of road experience in Jazz Blues, Classic Rock, Southern Rock, Country and MOR. I taught privately both rudimental drumming and kit techniques.

William A. Jo has over 55 years of music experience in the Altoona area.

William A. Jo is proficient in and teaches Drum Lessons .

Formal Education:

I took 12 hours of music perfomance, 3 O'clock Lab Band, marching band, theory, piano, and snare percussion.

I have a Bachelors Degree with Major in Business (Marketing and Management) Minors in Music and Russian. Mesa State College, Grand Junction, CO.

Private Education:

I have taken 2 years of piano lessons, 5 years of rudimental lessons, and 3 years of kit lessons. I took 5 lessons with Gene Krupa and 1 lesson with Buddy Rich.

Performing Experience:

I performed in High School, free lance work in Chicago. 1964-1966. North Texas State U. 3'Oclock lab band. I spent 19 years playing in bands on the road and 2 years as a studio musician at studio B in Nashville. I played with Barbara Mandrell, Earnest Tubbs and many others.

Experience Teaching:

I taught music as a substitue in the Glendale,AZ School disctirt. Private instructor in Phoenix AZ, Private instructions in Des Moines IA. total 3 years. 15 students.

Drum Lessons in Altoona, Lessons in Altoona, IA

William A. Jo is a highly experienced Drum Lessons in Altoona, instructor based in Altoona, IA, offering personalized lessons designed to meet the needs of students at every skill level. With extensive teaching experience, William A. Jo has successfully guided students of all ages in developing strong musical foundations and advanced skills. William A. Jo specializes in developing proper technique, improving musical understanding, and helping students progress through structured lesson plans.

What You'll Learn:

Fundamental to advanced Drum Lessons in Altoona, techniques
Chord progressions, scales, and music theory
Song development and performance skills

If you're looking for high-quality Drum Lessons in Altoona, lessons in Altoona, William A. Jo offers flexible scheduling options, including both in-person and online sessions.

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