Private Drum Lessons • Tacoma • Federal Way • Gig Harbor
"John Hargis has been teaching drums at our music store since we opened. Within a short period of time he added 15 new students to his schedule. He is an enthusiastic teacher and communicates well with his students. John always keeps the parents informed of each student's progress by involving them at the end of each lesson. He emphasizes technique and a consistent practice schedule while keeping it interesting and fun for the student. We feel that John would be an excellent asset to any teaching program. We give him our highest recommendation."
- Sarah and Ryan McLain of McLain Music in Gig Harbor, Washington
"My son Alex is 13 and has been taking drum lessons with John since June of 2006. We have wholeheartedly recommended him to several friends. John gently gives honest, patient and constructive feedback. He genuinely celebrates the success with Alex at each milestone of progress. Alex looks forward to each lesson and is motivated by the incentives John provides. John really listens to what interests Alex and has insight to select the curriculum to challenge him. As Alex has matured, John has adapted his teaching style by giving him choices and encouraging him to take charge of his own learning. John has guided Alex in the development of leadership and teamwork skills that Alex will be able to benefit from in all aspects of his life."
- Susan H, Federal Way
"In case Beau hasn't mentioned it (and with his very modest personality, it wouldn't surprise me if he hasn't), he and three friends have formed a band and they sound really good! They are playing right now (it's a little loud and I am glad I need to leave the house soon!), but, I am nothing but thrilled with the talent and excitement he's shown with drums. Beau is so attached to his drums he plans on bringing them to college when he goes (thankfully not for two years--he's a junior right now!)...so..thank you for all of your teaching, it has really "stuck"!
- Kim B, Federal Way
"My daughter has been taking drum lessons from John Hargis for about 4 months. He is extremely patient with my daughter and wants to ensure fun is incorporated into the lesson. He makes the lessons challenging, but doesn't try to push her too hard, too fast. I have recommended him to several friends because I really like his teaching style. He has great passion for the drums and enjoys passing that on to the kids."
- Lori L, Gig Harbor
"When my 10 year old son came to me and asked to play the drums, I wasn’t quite sure what we were getting into. Wow, what a great experience it’s been! John invited me to sit in on my son’s lessons, and because of this I have been able to experience first-hand John’s fabulous teaching style. John has a very clear way of explaining music, sets achievable goals for my son, and expects and rewards a regular practice schedule. It’s been a joy to watch John truly listen when my son talks, and help him become the best drummer he can be!"