Andrew Au.

New Orleans, LA

Drum Lessons

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Experiance 20 Years

About Me

Andrew is a bandleader, entertainer, composer, writer, arranger, and is in high demand for session work and touring as a drummer/percussionist. He studied music at Humber College with renowned faculty and privately with international and award-winning artists. His ever-expanding knowledge, style, experimentation, and musical ability have earned him the ranks of performing with award-winning artists from all over the world. Such artists include Lee Oskar (WAR, Lowrider band), Tab Benoit, Magic Slim, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Billy Branch, Mike Morgan, Jumpin' Johnny Sansone, Bad News Brown, Anthony Gomes, Carl Henry, Dr. Draw, Carlos Del Junco, Jack DeKeyzer, Rita Chiarelli, Donne Roberts, David Rotundo, Brownman, Julian Fauth and highly aclaimed award winning producers include: Nick Blagona, John Harris, Bernie Cisternas and Seppo Salimen. Aside from performing with members of John Lee Hooker's Band, Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, Jimmy Reed, Jeff Healey, Black Uhuru, Michael Bolton, Edgar Winter, Spindoctors, Monkey Junk and the Shuffle Demons to name a few. Andrew also regularly works with Yoga practitioners, lectures on music and hosts workshops and clinics on drums and percussion. Andrew endorses Sabian Cymbals, TRS custom snares, and exclusively play's Regal Tip sticks, Evans drum heads and Sonor Drums.

Andrew Au. has over 20 years of music experience in the New Orleans area.

Andrew Au. is proficient in and teaches Drum Lessons .

Formal Education:

Humber College Music Program
Cambrian College General Business Program.

Private Education:

- Jim Blackley (renown teacher and publisher)
- Paul DeLong (Blood, Sweat & Tears, Kim Mitchel)
- Mark Kelso (Head of Humber College Drum Dep.)
- Matt Wilson (Jazz icon from NY)
- Altaf Villani (West African teacher and author)
- Rick "Shadarak" Lazar (Montuno Police and instructor at York University)
- Shannon Powell (preservation Hall Jazz Band)
- Terrence Higgins (Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Jon Cleary)

Performing Experience:

Toured, recorded, and played with internationally award winning artists in every genre.
Played some of the biggest jazz and blues festivals in the world including the Montreal Jazz Festival.

Experience Teaching:

Drum Lessons in New Orleans, LA Lessons in New Orleans, LA

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

What You'll Learn:

Comprehensive Drum Lessons in New Orleans, LA training for all levels
Understanding rhythm, timing, and musical structure
Developing confidence through guided practice

If you're looking for high-quality Drum Lessons in New Orleans, LA lessons in New Orleans, Andrew Au. offers flexible scheduling options, including both in-person and online sessions.

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