NOTES FROM THE STUDIO
Neuro-Spicy SuperPower
Those of us who are neurodivergent possess a superpower that allows us to quickly see, hear, and respond to the stimulus inputs all around us. But worry not, as these superpower skills can be developed and learned by neurotypical students as well…
Nature or Nurture?
We become great and good by the quality of the people we surround ourselves with. It’s the "In Real Life" kind of people that we interact with, “the people in our neighborhood” that show us examples of how to live, and inspire us to dream in practical and tangible ways. It’s the spontaneous conversations we have in the moment…
Be the Sand
Drummers are uniquely qualified to be the connecting force that unites the collection of personalities and talent that come together in the form of a band. In season 4 of The Bear, in a moment of reflection…
New Classes!
Now offering Beginner Piano and Guitar Lessons, as well as two separate "short form" classes…
Dale’s Top 5 Graduation Songs
Almost 4 million high school seniors will graduate in the U.S. this year, along with millions of college students. These occasions, both ubiquitous and momentous, are swirls of nostalgia mixed with eager energy for what is yet to come. Clearly, we need a soundtrack. Here are my top five graduation songs and why I like them . . .
Drumming and Your Shadow Self
It can be hard to live up to our own expectations and goals of how good we want to be. Becoming excellent or good at something doesn’t happen over night, and it’s just that - a becoming. It’s a process and a flow. We are becoming the drummer (artist, musician, parent, friend, person) we want to be.
Greatness and Skill
Often times we believe that we are not “destined” for greatness because we lack certain skills or abilities. However, it may be useful to explore what exactly we seek in our desire for greatness. Is it a need . . .