About High Notes
High Notes offers music lessons in Newport News, including classes and private lessons. Our students range from age 3 to adult, and we specialize in drumming.​
​The school was founded and is led by celebrated local musician Lois Reese. Recognized by the Virginia Symphony as one of Hampton Roads' Top 30 Music Educators in 2015, Lois has a vast musical background. She has been a church music director for over 30 years, leading singers, ringers, and world drummers of all ages.
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"Everyone remembers life-changing events. Attending World Music Drumming and Drum Circle Facilitator courses were both milestones in my teaching career. They changed the way I related to my students and opened new worlds of possibilities in my classrooms," she said.
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FOUNDER'S NOTES
World Music Drumming
Founded by Will Schmid more than 20 years ago, World Music Drumming has breathed new life into school music programs around the world. Will's infectious smile, great attitude about life and working together, and his many
skills as a musician/teacher/composer/arranger will be remembered by all who have studied his program. Will, your legacy lives on through all who gather in the circle.
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​Drum Circles
Building on the foundation that I learned at World Music Drumming, with the teachings of Arthur Hall of Village music Circles and Jim Donovan, I have added so much to what I can do with a group of people and percussion instruments. Find out how you can release stress, build your team, and find a new rhythm to life.​
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