One Planet Percussion

Learn to play your favorite songs and beats in a encouraging environment, using professional equipment in an attractive setting, with access to a large library of instructional material and songs. Michael Beechey took to drumming at a young age, joining the Musician's Union at 18, playing with professionaly with local bands and musicians. He studied at the the Berklee College of Music in Boston, has toured with Grammy Winner Shirley Eikhard as well as Debbi Lori Kaye and numerous bands and currently performs with World music/Zydeco band Bijoux du Bayou. Michael loves to work with students of all ages helping them achieve their personal musical goals and guiding them to enjoy the joys of many types of music. “We all learned our first rhythm from our mother's heartbeat. When we heard our first song or band and liked that catchy beat we entered the captivating world of drumming. Students from 5 to 95 can gain the benefits of drumming including: stimulating memory, improving coordination and developing discipline. The added bonus is that having fun by playing drums is one of the best ways to relieve stress there is!...did I mention...It's Fun!”