Music Resources

NOTE: Please email Dr. Coss if you have questions about purchasing your own instrument, better quality options, or sizing option for smaller students.

Private Lessons

Getting private instruction can help students serious about learning music. Here is a list of private teachers and music stores in the area you can contact about lessons. This list is still being updated.

Ukulele

The ukulele is a great instrument for students of all ages.

Here is a link to the Ukulele Play-Alongs we use in class. They are generally ordered from easier to harder.

You will also find a link to a great beginner ukulele and case.

Bucket Drumming

We use bucket drumming to develop rhythm skills. They are also a great intro to playing a drum set.

Here is a link to the Bucket Drumming Play-Alongs we use in class.

You will also find a link to some drum sticks we use in class. We use buckets from Home Depot.

Guitar / Bass

Guitar is a great step up from the ukulele.

Here is a link to some beginner chord strumming play-alongs.

You will also see links to an acoustic guitar and electric guitar/bass + amp packages.

Drum Set

Drum set is the heart of any band.

Here is a link to some easy drum set play-alongs.

There is also a link to the Ludwig Accent drum set. This is a great beginner drum set. Watch a review and demo of the drum set here

Ludwig Drum Set (Review)

Piano

Here are some links to several pianos.

Alesis: Good starter piano but no weighted keys or bench.

Donner: Weighted keys and better quality. No bench.

General Music

Feel free to use the resources below at home. You will find various movement songs/dances and rhythm practice play-alongs.