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Top 10 drum lessons near you

Students agree: these drum teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Dale City Music

Dale City Music

New on Lessons
Offers online services
47+ years in business
I enjoy the look on a students face when they figure IT out!
Lady Bass Music

Lady Bass Music

5.0Exceptional(14)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
Sara B. says, "She is an accomplished working musician and an excellent motivator. Lessons are not just about technique, which she knows plenty about, but also communicating the feeling behind the music. She is comfortable teaching young beginners, experienced players, and even grandmothers (like me) who just want to try something new. That was 7 years ago, and she hasn't given up on me yet! She is also a composer, and welcomes helping others get their work "out there." I highly recommend her." Read more
Kevin Peter Jones - Drum & Piano Lessons -

Kevin Peter Jones - Drum & Piano Lessons -

5.0(1)
Offers online services
23+ years in business
Kevin J. says, "He's an awesome Drum and Piano Coach!!" Read more
SingOutaTune

SingOutaTune

New on Lessons
9+ years in business
Reviews from students
All Around Acoustics

All Around Acoustics

New on Lessons
Offers online services
18+ years in business
I can do just about anything from a to z and if I cant do it, I know someone who can. I always get the job done.
Nate 100

Nate 100

4.8Excellent(5)
Offers online services
23 hires on Lessons
21+ years in business
Chaunte F. says, "Nate is awesome and really connects with the kiddos. He gives kids a platform to explore all of their musical interests and passions. His musical abilities go beyond our expectations and my daughter feels confident in herself to share her inner musician. " Read more
($70 Monthly) Arizona Studio-Online  Performing Arts 🎭

($70 Monthly) Arizona Studio-Online Performing Arts 🎭

5.0Exceptional(11)
Offers online services
12 hires on Lessons
38+ years in business
Martina B. says, "Michelle is a great vocal instructor. She gives me the opportunity to challenge my vocal abilities which I absolutely love!" Read more
Drum And Piano Lessons - By William Rodriguez

Drum And Piano Lessons - By William Rodriguez

5.0(3)
Offers online services
4 hires on Lessons
5+ years in business
Sandra L. says, "He is tailoring my lessons according to my abilities and prior knowledge. He brings in scales that he wrote to aid in my lessons" Read more
G4 Guitar School Pittsburgh

G4 Guitar School Pittsburgh

5.0Exceptional(31)
Offers online services
60 hires on Lessons
25+ years in business
Mara A. says, "He is a great teacher! He's always ready to explore the music that my son is interested in and provides opportunities to learn how to improvise and play with other musicians. My son has been learning so much from him and has received much encouragement. We're so pleased to have found G4 Guitar!" Read more
Music With Miss Christine

Music With Miss Christine

5.0Exceptional(6)
Offers online services
24+ years in business
Jake C. says, "Christine is wonderful and patient with both my kids. And she has guided them seamlessly through guitar, piano and drums. She teaches the theory behind the music in understandable ways, so that they are truly learning vs just repeating. She has been our music teacher for 5 years and we hope she continues to be for many more. I can’t recommend her enough. -Jake Camozzi" Read more

Your Drum Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in your area.
Kelly W.
Brittany is absolutely the best music teacher any parent could ask for when looking for someone for lessons. My son has been with her for seven years now, and she's helped guide him musically, creatively, and I credit her with part of why he's willing to step out of his comfort zone and try new things. Unlike some teachers, she takes a very personalized approach to help students set and meet goals. She's also built a strong community for her students, and constantly thinks outside of the box to find ways to offer them new opportunities.
Lady Bass Music
Luisa
Nate is an excellent teacher and his lessons are so much fun! He's made me 100x more confident in my ability to sing out loud (in front of people) and even better, he's shown me the strength of my own instrument. :) Every lesson with Nate is amazing! I always look forward to working with him.
Nate 100
Lise Arlette N.
Michelle is an amazing instructor.She started giving piano lessons to my daughter at age 5.It has been 5 years that the adventure is going and my daughter’s piano skills has immensely developed.Michele is a piano professional and know how to transmit skills to her students.Not only that she teaches piano lessons,she is also good at singing lessons.I am impressed how my daughters voice has improved overtime.
($70 Monthly) Arizona Studio-Online Performing Arts 🎭
Isabella J.
I am a recent student at one of the studios William works at before I moved away from San Antonio. He gave lessons for both me on drums and my little sister, who was just starting out on piano. He was always punctual and respectful of my family’s time and always tried to give me content I could work on throughout the week to get me prepared for new material and ideas. Since taking lessons, I have improved vastly in my skills for high school band and drumset too. Highly recommended!
Drum and Piano Lessons - by William Rodriguez
Chris S.
Monty is patient and flexible . Very good teacher .
G4 Guitar School Pittsburgh
Kelley S.
I love how Christine met me where I was musically and skill wise and right off the bat started me playing songs that I wanted to play and liked rather than some basic piano book songs I would never be playing outside our lessons . Love how she keeps Real!
Music with Miss Christine
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