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Top 10 drum lessons in Gainesville, GA

Students agree: these Gainesville drum teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Garden City Innovations

Garden City Innovations

5.0Exceptional(38)
Offers online services
28 hires on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Alicia G. says, "Dave is patient and kind while also making good use of the time. My son respects him, which motivates him to practice. Highly recommend!" Read more
Moon Magnet Music School

Moon Magnet Music School

5.0Exceptional(10)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
11+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Crystal W. says, "I just finished Moon Magnet’s course, “Release Your Music in 90 Days.” When I first read about this course, I did not really believe that I could create releasable music in 90 days. Boy, was I wrong! From the very first lesson, my teacher was attentive, thorough and provided actionable feedback throughout the course. I walked away with 6 songs that with minor refinements will be released in the near future. I would recommend Moon Magnet to anyone who wants to develop a more structured recording, mixing, mastering, and release strategy." 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
Serves Gainesville, GA
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
Kevin Katich Drum Lessons

Kevin Katich Drum Lessons

5.0Exceptional(13)
Offers online services
16+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Susan T. says, "Kevin is a master musician and an awesome instructor. He has an easy-going, friendly, encouraging presence, while also being rigorous in making sure his students learn both skills and artistry. He's focused on the joy of making music and the importance of practice and muscle memory. Because he also works as an engineer, he can help drummers understand how their playing will fit into a band or an ensemble. He encourages his students to explore improvisation and other forms of percussion. Best of all, he's hilarious, and there's not much my 13-year-old son enjoys more than his drum lessons with Kevin. We couldn't recommend him more highly." Read more
Camgal Music

Camgal Music

5.0(3)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
3+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Heather M. says, "Very understanding as far as needing to cancel or reschedule due to life and/or sickness, very knowledgeable, great attitude and straight to the point. With the few months of working with my son on the trombone he caught up to his classmates and was able to perform in the last concert of the year and has a new found love for all instruments." Read more
Han Van Sciver

Han Van Sciver

5.0(1)
Offers online services
10+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Jen W. says, "Han is excellent - truly an excellent teacher! I really appreciate the time and patience they put into our sessions. Highly recommend." Read more
Chris "Cruz" Irpino

Chris "Cruz" Irpino

4.0(1)
Offers online services
Serves Gainesville, GA
Bob R. says, "Very nice and patient with me. He explained things to me in a way that instantly made sense. My playing has really improved!" Read more
Giacoletti Music School

Giacoletti Music School

5.0(2)
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
46+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Laurie L. says, "Heidi is very sweet and very patient with our 10 year old learning the piano " Read more
Andy Pruyn's Percussion Studio Drum Lessons

Andy Pruyn's Percussion Studio Drum Lessons

4.9Exceptional(17)
Top Pro
Offers online services
5 hires on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves Gainesville, GA
Nathan H. says, "Andy is very approachable and down to earth. It's clear that Andy genuinely cares about his students and has a passion for teaching. I was impressed by Andys knowledge and drive for perfection, and would recommend him to anyone from beginner to advanced. " 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 Gainesville drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Gainesville area.
Alyssa M.
Working with James has been nothing shy of amazing. He is able to teach us so much in a short amount of time together each week. He’s been incredibly encouraging, positive and knowledgeable. He’s made such an impact on my son’s outlook, piano lessons have brought him right out of his shell. We couldn’t say enough great things about him!
Garden City Innovations
Francesca M.
Reed has been my two kids' piano teacher for the past five years and we all think Reed is the best! He is clearly a very skilled and talented musician himself and his love of music is obvious in his instruction and teaching style. As a teacher, Reed is a perfect combination of patience, encouragement, and structure. While he focuses on the fundamental and technical aspects of music, he also encourages students to develop their own style and explore songs and music that speak to their individual interests. My kids have learned to play some of their favorite songs which keeps them interested and excited about piano. When I hear my kids playing the piano, I am struck by the fact that, thanks to Moon Magnet, they are really good piano players! Reed is reliable and dependable while at the same time being flexible with scheduling. This flexibility is important to our family given our kids' activities and changing schedules. Reed is also friendly and approachable and always open to suggestions. We have referred Moon Magnet to several friends and they have all been extremely happy and impressed. If you are looking for a great piano teacher, look no further and contact Moon Magnet!
Moon Magnet Music School
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
-Bruce B.
"Kevin Katich is fucking amazing!"
Kevin Katich drum lessons
Courtney H.
Bryan is very kind, patient, and open to practicing techniques that help my young boy with disabilities succeed. I highly recommend his services along with his affordable lessons!
Camgal Music
Katie M.
We like the good blend of transitional and contemporary teaching styles. Melind Polino is a fantastic instructor and has a true desire to impart a love for music to her students. We are very happy at Giacoletti!
Giacoletti Music School
Rick P.
Mr. Pruyn takes what makes percussion exciting and truly breaks down the technical aspects and makes you develop a true passion and appreciation for all things percussion. Andy has taught at both Middle School and Highschool levels and knows how to approach all levels of knowledge on reading music. I highly recommend Andy Pruyn’s Percussion Studio.
Andy Pruyn's Percussion Studio Drum Lessons
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