Alex's Drum Lessons

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Hollywood, CA & Online

About

I have a great passion for teaching and teach all levels and styles. I released a book this year called “The Mastery of Eric Harland” (a modern drum legend who’s been featured on Drumeo many times) and it was nominated by Modern Drummer to be Best Educational Product of 2025.

One of my 13 year old students was nominated for The California All State Jazz Band and one of my prized longtime students was the only drummer accepted at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music in 2021. I taught him since he was 3 years old through 18 so I am certain I can help you reach your goals🥁🥋

I have a Masters in Jazz Drum Set Performance from The California Institute of the Arts but teach and play all styles.

I’ve taught online to students all over the country for 20+ years and have great success with it even while remote.

If you give this a try I promise to help you go very far🥁🥊

Highlights

Hired 1 time

1 employee

22 years in business

Serves Hollywood, CA

Offers online services

Payment methods

Venmo, Paypal, Zelle

Social media

Specialties

Able to read music

Student can read sheet music, Student can read percussion notation, Student understands note durations and rests, Student can't read music

Musical styles

I can make recommendations, Classical, Blues, Jazz, Rock, Folk, Country

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Types of drums

I can provide recommendations, Traditional drum kit, Snare drum, Bass drum

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Student have drums

Student already has drums, Student is planning to purchase drums and would advice

Photos and videos

Performing With Grammy Winner Grace Kelly

My Quartet Live At Vitellos In Los Angeles

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John M.

Alex total teaching package is superb. The pace of each lesson is NOT based upon turn the page and do the next lesson. He introduces new musical concepts that relate and compliment preceding lessons. In other words, nothing is left behind. Everything builds on prior learning. Alex is also a kind and caring person. Always genuinely concerned about my progress. He is a professional! Not only teaching, he is a working drummer who plays with highy acclaimed musicians. I look forward to each lesson.

September 14, 2018

Cedric P.

Alex is an amazing teacher. He is passionate, clear and patient, always with a very positive attitude. I was a little shy to commit to weekly lessons at first, due to my work schedule, but looking back this is one of the best decision I made for my drumming. Weekly sessions keeps me engaged, and my practice has seen a serious boost from it. Alex is also very invested in my progress, and making sure I am moving forward in my drumming. I highly recommend him as a drum teacher!

September 13, 2018

John J.

Alex has a contagious positive demeanor. Always has something uplifting to say during a lesson. Also, true music enthusiast. I am 64 years old, taken lessons from well known teachers, and have never been so satisfied on so many levels. A gentleman in all respects.

September 12, 2018

Tom S.

Alex has a gift for picking out a players weak points, and gives not only solid, helpful, time-honored information to strengthen them, but also the encouragement and support to achieve to real goals.

September 12, 2018

Bonnie S.

Alex is a one-in-a-million teacher (and musician). Lessons are fun and inspiring, while still teaching technique and music theory. Hes always happy to follow a students passions, and his own passion for music is infectious! One of the best music teachers our family has ever had the good fortune of working with.

September 11, 2018

Frequently asked questions

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Masters in Jazz Performance from The California Institute of the Arts

Services offered

Drum

Alex's Drum Lessons

About

Highlights

Payment methods

Social media

Specialties

Able to read music

Musical styles

Years experience

Types of drums

Lesson length

Student's age

Student have drums

Photos and videos

Reviews

John M.

Cedric P.

John J.

Tom S.

Bonnie S.

Frequently asked questions

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Services offered

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