Ali Soliman

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About Me

For 20+ years, I have been part of Cairo’s diverse music scene, performing live with a variety of musical acts and teaching drums to students for 12+ years. I’ve had the opportunity to learn and play different genres with a particular affinity for rock, jazz/funk, electronic music and Egyptian percussion, having been the drummer for The American University in Cairo Arab music ensemble for many years.    I am super passionate about drumming and it is important that lessons are fun and engaging. I like to mix up the content of the class and am flexible as to the student’s objectives and needs.    I like to talk in terms of concepts and approach to drumming, both mentally and physically, in order to visualize and simplify ideas. I am quite detail oriented when it comes to foundational technique with a strong belief that understanding rhythmic relations and styles is key to significantly faster improvement.   -Learn basic to advanced drumming skills: technique, independence, orchestration and understand different musical styles of drumming.    -Choose to focus on drum kit, Egyptian percussion (tabla/darbuka, duf) or both.   -All skill levels welcome (ages 5+)   -Taught in a safe, fun environment in Upper Rockridge.

My Musical Education Background

Active live drummer for 20+ years.
Studied music theory and drum performance at The American University in Cairo. 
Lead drummer for AUCeyat Arab music ensemble.

Genres and Subjects Taught

Drum kit, Egyptian percussion (tabla/darbuka, duf) or both as preferred.

Lesson Rates

Teacher's studio: $70/1hr class

(30 min, 45 min class options available)

Student's home: $110/1hr class

Ages / Skill Levels Taught

All skill levels welcome, ages 5+

My Musical Influences

Rock, Pop, Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop, Electronic, Arab music

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