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Top 10 drum lessons in Thousand Oaks, CA

Students agree: these Thousand Oaks drum teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Traveling Music Lessons, CA

Traveling Music Lessons, CA

5.0Exceptional(6)
48 hires on Lessons.com
23+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA
Marcola C. says, "My teacher Hatem E. is excellent, patient, and perceived. I feel like I am getting more than my money's worth." Read more
Richman Music School

Richman Music School

5.0(4)
Top Pro
9 hires on Lessons.com
51+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA & Online
J. Z. says, "Great follow-through from the school, who set us up with a terrific violin instructor. First-rate experience all the way around." Read more
Mike Chapin Drum Lessons

Mike Chapin Drum Lessons

New on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA & Online
Hi! I'd love to work with you to meet your drumming and music goals. I have years of professional performing and recording experience, an extensive history of teaching dedicated students of all ages and experience levels and am an alumnus of Berklee College of Music. We'll take a blended approach of my own curriculum and a tailored plan to match each students interests, goals! I offer lessons: • online through Zoom, anywhere in the world • In-Person at my studio space in North Hollywood, CA accepted payment options: • Zelle, Venmo, CashApp, PayPal, AppleCash
Kevin Crabb Drums

Kevin Crabb Drums

New on Lessons.com
Top Pro
35+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA & Online
Have jazz record playing on the radio worldwide Written four technique articles in Modern Drummer Magazine Featured on cover of Drums Etc Magazine Studied with the most renown Drummer gods in the business, including Murray Spivak, Richard Wilson and more. Am an active working professional, and have actually worked and recorded with leading professionals in jazz and other genres for over 50 years. See my profile and more here and on Kevincrabb.com Been playing over 50 years. Drums are my life's work and passion.
Parker Trent Drum Set Lessons

Parker Trent Drum Set Lessons

New on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA & Online
Recent Manhattan Music School Grad with 15 years of playing and teaching. I want to give back the love for this instrument and help others on thier musical journey. Each Lesson is catered toward the individuals goals weather you're just starting out, or have been playing for years.
Angeles Academy Of Music

Angeles Academy Of Music

New on Lessons.com
15+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA
Angeles Academy of Music, founded in 2011, is a premier music school based in Los Angeles, CA, serving the surrounding areas. With a team of highly qualified instructors, they offer top-quality piano, singing, guitar, violin, and cello lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. Directed by Emmy award-winning composer, Nathan Pangrazio, the academy emphasizes on tailored, engaging education, offering both in-person and online classes. They stimulate progress through awards and encourage participation in masterclasses and recitals.
Private Lessons For Drums And Percussion

Private Lessons For Drums And Percussion

New on Lessons.com
7+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA
Karo Galadjian is a first-call professional drummer in the Greater Los Angeles area, both in the live-music and recording studio scenes. He has graduated with an M.M. from Cal State University, Northridge and a B.M. from Cal State University, Long Beach, both with a Jazz Studies emphasis. Karo has a high sensibility of genres, showcasing his knowledge in jazz, Afro-cuban, Brazilian, rock, pop, and funk styles in his day-to-day work. Karo has been teaching privately since 2018 and has had clientele from the ages of 8 to 80. He is patient, soft-spoken, encouraging, and fully customizes his lesson plans to the individual, ensuring the most growt
Audio Hammer Inc.

Audio Hammer Inc.

New on Lessons.com
25+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA & Online
i am dedicated furthering the knowledge of music recording and the art of sound design. I am dedicated to every person I have ever worked with and taught my craft.
After School Conservatory

After School Conservatory

5.0(1)
10+ years in business
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA
Sarah M. says, "Jiye is such a treasure! Our 10 year old son takes lessons with her and she is so sweet and encouraging. She strikes a great balance between fun, practice, technique and hard work. Definitely recommended! " Read more
Music By Josh

Music By Josh

New on Lessons.com
Serves Thousand Oaks, CA
I’m a working musician (17) performing and recording with two bands, offering drum, guitar, and bass lessons for all skill levels. My goal is simple: help you improve fast, build real skills, and enjoy playing every step of the way.

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 Thousand Oaks drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Thousand Oaks area.
Colin F.
They come to you and make learning so convenient! It's the best way to learn any instrument. They have the best list of instructors and are so easy to work with!
Traveling Music Lessons, CA
Aritina L.
Within ONE lesson, Howard could pinpoint EXACTLY what my trouble areas are, and not only is he able to articulate a very clear plan for dealing with those, but he has also helped me with the burdening amount of pain that plagues my joints and muscles when I play something technically demanding! Furthermore, he is very focused, understanding, knowledgeable and gentle! After having many verbally.... difficult teachers whose teaching involved quite a bit of negative reinforcement, it is an absolute pleasure and an eye opening experience to have a patient, understanding teacher. Some people may learn quite well in that fashion, and there was a period of time when I actually believed, or rather was brainwashed into thinking that being verbally berated would serve as motivation. But now I see quite clearly that is not the case: I learn a lot better and I am more motivated to practice when I find it a pleasure to go to my piano lessons! Thank you, Howard for all your dedication, patience and knowledge!
Richman Music School
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