Age: 9 1/2
Years playing: 3.5
Joe started taking drum lessons with me at the ripe old age of 6! He has always been very eager to learn and fun to teach.
He is a very talented and dedicated drummer with a great ear for music. He knows his music theory and can read rhythm much better than I could at his age!!
We performed a duet together at the Long & McQuade student recital and Joe did an amazing job… he practised his parts and proved that a great work ethic pays off. Take the opportunity to learn more about Joseph Ferritto!!!
How long have you been taking lessons?
3.5 years
Briefly describe your performing experience…
I love playing the drums for people. I did a duet with my drum teacher Bryan Valeriani and it was loads of fun.
How often do you practice? Do you like it?
I practice every day for 5 minutes on my drum pad and I also practice on my real drums as well. I love practicing because it makes me a stronger drummer.
Do you have a practice routine? If you do, please describe it.
I don’t really have a practice routine. I just go over what Bryan teaches me every week.
What are you currently practicing?I am currently practicing my double stroke rolls.
Favorite drummers?
My favorite drummer is Neil Peart from Rush. I love the song Tom Sawyer and I would love to learn to play it fully on my drums.
Favorite bands/ musicians?
Foster the People, Rush, Guns N Roses, Metallica
Why do you like playing drums?
The drums are cool because there are different beats that you can learn to play. I love the crisp sound of the cymbals and I like a good challenge. It’s pretty cool learning new beats and sounds. Drums make songs interesting and set the beat of the song.
Tell us a bit about your gear/setup?
I have a red Westbury Pro-Cussion drum set. It consists of a snare drum, 2 mounted toms, 1 floor tom, cymbals, high hat, and a bass drum. My drums are set up in my bedroom and I love to wail on my drums!!