Lessons, Clinics & More
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203-405-1176/thefifeanddrumguy@gmail.com
(Scroll down to see what the Pros are saying about dominick)
LESSONS
Dominick's commitment to excellence is unmatched and his reputation as a teacher is impeccable. Former students have gone on to perform in some of the most prestigious rudimental drum gigs in the world including Walt Disney World, The Hellcats and The Old Guard. Jazz artists, college professors, rudimental drummers, hobbyists and more have made the pilgrimage to his studio in Bethlehem, Connecticut. It is never too early or late to start drumming, so whether you perform for a living or are just a beginner, Dominick can take you where you need to go. Call or email for more information and to develop a lesson plan that works for you.
Dominick's commitment to excellence is unmatched and his reputation as a teacher is impeccable. Former students have gone on to perform in some of the most prestigious rudimental drum gigs in the world including Walt Disney World, The Hellcats and The Old Guard. Jazz artists, college professors, rudimental drummers, hobbyists and more have made the pilgrimage to his studio in Bethlehem, Connecticut. It is never too early or late to start drumming, so whether you perform for a living or are just a beginner, Dominick can take you where you need to go. Call or email for more information and to develop a lesson plan that works for you.
SKYPE
Acting on the advice of good friend, Bill Bachman, Dominick is now doing lessons via SKYPE/ZOOM. This venture paid off immediately when a talented young drummer named Shane Nickels became his first student utilizing this technology. The results were tremendous as Shane won a highly contested audition for a snare spot with The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps. (Congrats, Shane!)
Skype/Zoom lessons are available to drummers of all skill levels.
Acting on the advice of good friend, Bill Bachman, Dominick is now doing lessons via SKYPE/ZOOM. This venture paid off immediately when a talented young drummer named Shane Nickels became his first student utilizing this technology. The results were tremendous as Shane won a highly contested audition for a snare spot with The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps. (Congrats, Shane!)
Skype/Zoom lessons are available to drummers of all skill levels.
CLINICS
As a clinician, Dominick is regarded as "the go-to guy" when it comes to bringing traditional and not-so-traditional drumming together. Whether it is a clinic/performance, master class or group session, you will always leave with a wealth of new knowledge and a desire for more. Below is a sampling of session titles:
1. The Fife & Drum Effect on the Modern Drummer
2. The Groove & Interp of "not-so-traditional" drumming
3. The Art of Breaking Down Rudiments (& how to use it today!)
4. Contents are Flammable, for Steve Reich…learn, practice & perform!
5. Rudimental Bass Drumming in the Style of the legendary, Nick Attanasio
6. Lets develop something TOGETHER!
As a clinician, Dominick is regarded as "the go-to guy" when it comes to bringing traditional and not-so-traditional drumming together. Whether it is a clinic/performance, master class or group session, you will always leave with a wealth of new knowledge and a desire for more. Below is a sampling of session titles:
1. The Fife & Drum Effect on the Modern Drummer
2. The Groove & Interp of "not-so-traditional" drumming
3. The Art of Breaking Down Rudiments (& how to use it today!)
4. Contents are Flammable, for Steve Reich…learn, practice & perform!
5. Rudimental Bass Drumming in the Style of the legendary, Nick Attanasio
6. Lets develop something TOGETHER!
FEATURED ARTIST
Dominick is available to join your students for a day (or more) of practice & preparation. Then when the work is done you can show off the end result with him joining your ensemble in concert. This can be a combination of music dating back to the American Revolutionary War, through the Civil War, into the Twentieth Century and Dominick's personal compositions. Lets pick the music, create the right program and bring your students & The Dreaded Drummer together!
Dominick is available to join your students for a day (or more) of practice & preparation. Then when the work is done you can show off the end result with him joining your ensemble in concert. This can be a combination of music dating back to the American Revolutionary War, through the Civil War, into the Twentieth Century and Dominick's personal compositions. Lets pick the music, create the right program and bring your students & The Dreaded Drummer together!
THE GREAT AMERICAN FIFE & DRUM BAND
The Great American Fife & Drum Band is EVERYTHING that is great about the fife & drum activity. It is family, children, patriotism, music, education, entertainment, inspiration and more, all rolled up into one. This is a group you need to have perform at your event. Call Dominick to hire!
http://www.thefifeanddrumband.com/
The Great American Fife & Drum Band is EVERYTHING that is great about the fife & drum activity. It is family, children, patriotism, music, education, entertainment, inspiration and more, all rolled up into one. This is a group you need to have perform at your event. Call Dominick to hire!
http://www.thefifeanddrumband.com/
What do the pros think about Dominick Cuccia?????
"Mr. Dominick Cuccia = Consumate Professional!
I was honored to spend the last three days listening to, learning from and playing with MASTER PERCUSSIONIST Dominick Cuccia. Thank you so much Dominick, for all of the inspired performance, educating, the mentoring for my students, and for your friendship. It was truly a memorable series of events, and you've made an indelible impact on every one of the students - as well as the pros. Although the events are now over - I feel that it is actually just a beginning."
Ben Hans...Milwaukee Area Technical School, 2016
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"It was inspiring, as usual, Dom. Thanks so much for your tireless work in preserving this vital musical tradition!"
Dr. B. Michael Williams~Composer, World Percussion Master and Director of Percussion Studies at Winthrop University, 2013
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"In the world of rudimental drumming, he is the man! And everybody I told that he was gonna come and do a clinic here said, 'you're gonna have a great time.' He is the author of The Beat of a Different Drummer...he is the king of fife & drum corps...he is Dominick Cuccia."
Andrew Beall, host of the PAS/NYU/KoSA Weekend of Percussion, 2013
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"Hi Dominick,
What an honor it is to hear from you. This email has made my day. I was trying to get in touch with you. I love your book "The Beat of a Different Drummer". I turned my students on to that book as well. I'd love to meet you and I have a few questions about your explanations about the rolls in the beginning of the book. I'm on the road right now…let's keep in touch. I'll try and call you when I'm back in town. Thanks for your support.
Drumnistically Yours, Kenny Washington
Kenny Washington~Jazz Legend
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"Just wanted you to know that your presentation was THE highlight of my PASIC this year. What an inspiring and informative session! Thanks for for all you do to keep this vital music alive. Best regards, Michael"
Dr. B. Michael Williams~Composer, World Percussion Master and Director of Percussion Studies at Winthrop University, 2010
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"The Beat of a Different Drummer is a great book that bridges the gap between "old school" and "new school" drumming vocabulary.
The solos are structured in a way that many students, both young and old, can have a great time honing their skills as snare drummers. The pages in the front that define the interpretation of various rudiments are what we, as teachers, have been looking for for many years. Dominick has done a great job encompassing everything a percussionist should know about rudimental snare drum into one book!"
John Brennan~Associate Director of Bands at Plano East Sr. High School in Plano, Texas,
& Former Battery Tech for the Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps, 2004
"Mr. Dominick Cuccia = Consumate Professional!
I was honored to spend the last three days listening to, learning from and playing with MASTER PERCUSSIONIST Dominick Cuccia. Thank you so much Dominick, for all of the inspired performance, educating, the mentoring for my students, and for your friendship. It was truly a memorable series of events, and you've made an indelible impact on every one of the students - as well as the pros. Although the events are now over - I feel that it is actually just a beginning."
Ben Hans...Milwaukee Area Technical School, 2016
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"It was inspiring, as usual, Dom. Thanks so much for your tireless work in preserving this vital musical tradition!"
Dr. B. Michael Williams~Composer, World Percussion Master and Director of Percussion Studies at Winthrop University, 2013
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"In the world of rudimental drumming, he is the man! And everybody I told that he was gonna come and do a clinic here said, 'you're gonna have a great time.' He is the author of The Beat of a Different Drummer...he is the king of fife & drum corps...he is Dominick Cuccia."
Andrew Beall, host of the PAS/NYU/KoSA Weekend of Percussion, 2013
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"Hi Dominick,
What an honor it is to hear from you. This email has made my day. I was trying to get in touch with you. I love your book "The Beat of a Different Drummer". I turned my students on to that book as well. I'd love to meet you and I have a few questions about your explanations about the rolls in the beginning of the book. I'm on the road right now…let's keep in touch. I'll try and call you when I'm back in town. Thanks for your support.
Drumnistically Yours, Kenny Washington
Kenny Washington~Jazz Legend
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"Just wanted you to know that your presentation was THE highlight of my PASIC this year. What an inspiring and informative session! Thanks for for all you do to keep this vital music alive. Best regards, Michael"
Dr. B. Michael Williams~Composer, World Percussion Master and Director of Percussion Studies at Winthrop University, 2010
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"The Beat of a Different Drummer is a great book that bridges the gap between "old school" and "new school" drumming vocabulary.
The solos are structured in a way that many students, both young and old, can have a great time honing their skills as snare drummers. The pages in the front that define the interpretation of various rudiments are what we, as teachers, have been looking for for many years. Dominick has done a great job encompassing everything a percussionist should know about rudimental snare drum into one book!"
John Brennan~Associate Director of Bands at Plano East Sr. High School in Plano, Texas,
& Former Battery Tech for the Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps, 2004