Private Drum Lessons
I currently offer music lessons both online (via Zoom, Discord, or FaceTime) and in person in the Metro Boston area. Rates vary based on the length of the lesson. If you are interested in a lesson please feel free to send me an email at lessons@mattzappa.com
Experience Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Ensemble Teacher
I lead full band ensembles at the Plugged In Band Program during the fall and spring semesters. Through collaboration with their peers, my students build meaningful connections and develop self-confidence. Each semester concludes with a final concert for students and their families, supporting a charity selected by the student council.
For more information, please visit the Plugged In Band Program website http://www.pluggedinband.org/
Drum Clinician/Lecturer
As faculty at Berklee College of Music, I have led masterclasses and clinics covering hand and foot technique, advanced metal concepts, and progressive music studies. I have also been a guest lecturer for MIT’s Music Department, where I presented on the fundamentals and evolution of metal drumming. The session featured a live demonstration, personal insights from my experience in the metal community, and discussions on a range of topics within the genre.