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Top 10 drum lessons in San Diego, CA

Students agree: these San Diego drum teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Beast Mode Drum Academy

Beast Mode Drum Academy

New on Lessons.com
2 hires on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA
My favorite part about teaching is watching a new student develop as a drummer, reach their goals, and reap the rewards of their devoted practice. I love seeing a student transform over a couple months of taking lessons. Seeing them go from struggling with something initially, then a few weeks or months down the road, after we have put in our focus and energy into improving it and mastering it, seeing them absolutely crush that same drum groove, rudiment, or exercise! Being able to see someone else grow, achieve their goals, and improve their drumming and knowing I was able to help them get their, is incredibly rewarding and satisfying to me....
Elite Musique

Elite Musique

New on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA & Online
Elite Musique is a classical music education company that provides students with opportunities to help showcase them when the college application process begins. All students are classically trained, but choose which genres of music to focus on. All of our teachers are college educated and are not only masters of music, but masters of education as well. Our teachers and students are encouraged to think outside of the box. Their goal is to create their own unique musical signature....
Joey Piano Snd Drum Lessons.

Joey Piano Snd Drum Lessons.

New on Lessons.com
1 hire on Lessons.com
Serves San Diego, CA
I offer music lessons in Piano and Drums online currently.
Ian’s Drum Lessons

Ian’s Drum Lessons

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
4+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA
Caleb T. says, "Through my many favorite experiences of working with Ian in our drum lessons, I really liked the various exercises and practices that were routinely practiced within every drum lesson. Ian does not feel only as a great teacher and mentor, however also someone you can find as a friendly person to talk to past the drum lessons." Read more
Love Through Music SD

Love Through Music SD

New on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA
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Deb O’Neill Music

Deb O’Neill Music

5.0Exceptional(8)
36+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA & Online
Kyle F. says, "She is the reason music will be a lifelong passion of mine. I owe it to her for making me fall in love with instrumental music." Read more
Jon Berghouse Drum Lessons

Jon Berghouse Drum Lessons

New on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA & Online
Learn everything there is to learn about drums! How to play with effective technique, essential grooves, music notation, genres like rock, blues, jazz, and rhythms from all around the world! Jon Berghouse works with all ages and all experience levels, and lessons are fun and informative! Material and resources are included for you, as well as short post-lesson videos that demonstrates the topics covered in the lesson, and highlights moments from the lesson. Videos are stored in my Dropbox storage and a link is sent for you to view. When calling, please leave a voicemail and I will get back as soon as possible. Thank you! I absolutely love ...
Blue Pacific Guitar Lessons

Blue Pacific Guitar Lessons

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
Serves San Diego, CA
Brad K. says, "Everything! Adrian is a patient, kind, funny and thorough teacher." Read more
Natural Approach To Drums

Natural Approach To Drums

New on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA & Online
Drumming is the back bone of music, understanding movement and rhythm in a natural instinct humans can develop with practice and patience. I've been drumming for over 20 years and performed with many acts, in many genres all over the U.S. perfecting the craft of music making. @el_ricodrumz (insta / youtube.)
Peregrine Music

Peregrine Music

New on Lessons.com
20+ years in business
Serves San Diego, CA & Online
Founded in 2006, Peregrine Music School is a professional music instruction and recording studio located in San Diego, CA. They offer personalized and private lessons in various instruments including guitar, piano, violin, drums, bass, and ukulele, alongside voice training and music production lessons. With years of experience, the instructors at Peregrine Music School are dedicated to helping students of all abilities achieve their goals. Moreover, the school provides comprehensive recording services under the guidance of producer, engineer, and songwriter Matt Fowler.

Your Drum Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do drum lessons cost near me?

Drum lessons cost $50 to $75 hourly for private lessons in a studio. A monthly package of 4 to 5 lessons booked in advance costs $190 to $340 total. The cheapest drum lessons are group classes that cost $20 to $40 per session.

More teachers are available through online drum lessons with a price range of $40 to $60 per hour.

Are drum lessons worth it?

Drum lessons are worth if for those who want to play professionally or who want to learn faster. Private classes help students sharpen their techniques more quickly and build better playing habits. Expert tutors offer tailored feedback to nourishing the latent talents within their pupils.

At what age do you start drum lessons?

Children can start drum lessons between 6 to 9 years old. Initial instruction begins with a single drum. Kids can't play on a full drum kit until they can reach the foot pedals and focus for extended periods of time. For adults, any age is suitable to learn drumming.

How many drum lessons do you need?

You will need drum lessons every week for about half a year to a whole year in order to learn to play simple songs. If you want to audition for a band or play drums like a pro, it usually takes 2 to 5 years of lessons.

How fast you learn depends on how good you are now and how much you practice.

How long is a drum lesson?

A drum lesson is 30 to 60 minutes long on average. The lesson length depends on how experienced the student is and their age. Shorter lessons are better for beginners to help slowly increase their focus. This way, they can build up their strength for longer practice sessions later.

How do I find a good drum teacher near me?

Find a good drum teacher near you by searching for private drum tutors on here on Lessons. Another option you have is asking for the availability of teachers at music stores or community colleges.

Before you choose a drum teacher close to you, remember to:

  • Check the prices from at least 3 drum teachers to compare them.
  • Look at what people say about them on Lessons and Google.
  • Ask for a references list of students they are teaching or have taught.
  • If they will teach your child, ask other parents if their kids liked the teacher.
  • Make sure you get a written plan and a schedule before you start your first lesson.
  • Try a few classes and see if you like the teacher before you pay for a whole month of lessons.

What questions should you ask a drum teacher?

Before hiring a drum teacher, ask them:

  • How long have you been a drum teacher?
  • What music school did you go to?
  • What ages do you like to teach?
  • Can I try a lesson for free?
  • What kind of drum should I get if I don't have one at home?
  • How much should I practice between our lessons?
  • Can you tell me where to get cheap books for learning?
  • Will I get homework like drum patterns to remember?
  • Can you teach me in a way that helps me learn best?
  • How long is a lesson?
  • What should I bring to our lessons?
  • How many types of drum music can you teach me?
  • Can I get a copy of our lesson plan, rules, and how much I have to pay?
  • What if I can't come to a lesson because something important came up?
  • Can I learn to play my favorite songs on the drums?

Reviews for San Diego drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the San Diego area.
Eric Z.
She is a great teacher with a love for music. The best teacher I've had. (:
Deb O’Neill Music
Kaila L.
Mr. Gil is a great teacher who can make it easier to understand different concepts of music and well as music theory in general. He allows students to express themselves in songs of their choices when they’re ready and motivates them to improve.
Gil Tower world of knowledge
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