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Top 10 drum lessons in Elgin, IL

Students agree: these Elgin drum teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
The Instrument Barn

The Instrument Barn

New on Lessons
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
7+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Study with professinals that all have their degree in music performance or education. all of our teachers are also members with many differenct bands and orchestras through out the chicago land area. These individuals will provide you or your child with the best musical training McHenry county has to offer. Here at The Instrument Barn We love seeing our students grow musically.
GuruG Lessons

GuruG Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
3+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Trishna J. says, "GuruG is a great teacher. i have had weekly consistent lessons from him for about 6 weeks now and I am growing to learn tabla every day. He keeps you accountable and also has so much insight of every detail with tabla and rhythm in general. Thankful I met saw a raw teacher who can bring me back to the roots of indian music!" Read more
Steve Bitte Music Lessons

Steve Bitte Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(16)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
21+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Ana C. says, "Steve has been teaching our son piano for a few months now and we couldn’t be happier. The lessons are engaging and continue to reinforce and build proper skills. Steve is patient and responsive and incredibly knowledgeable. A wide variety of music is taught which allows our son exposure to different genres. We would highly recommend Steve for any skill level." Read more
Dr. Eric Hines - Music Educator

Dr. Eric Hines - Music Educator

5.0(2)
Offers online services
24+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Lian W. says, "Dr. Hines is a very professional teacher. He has done a great job with my son. He is always patient. He expects a lot, but he makes my son understands what he is supposed to do. My son is making excellent progress and looks forward to each session. " Read more
Jerry Evans School Of Music

Jerry Evans School Of Music

New on Lessons
22+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
At the JESM, we offer a top-tier music education, allowing you to play the music you love while learning proper fundamentals. All of our teachers are highly qualified with their degrees in music. At the JESM, we enjoy impacting students' lives and impacting our community. We enjoy helping our students reach their potential and become the best musicians they can be. In addition, we were listed as a 2018 Best of Wheaton Nominee!
Protege Arts, LLC

Protege Arts, LLC

New on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
We offer high quality music lessons in Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison & surrounding suburbs and you need not leave the house-we come to you! We try to impart our love of music to students. We try to design lessons around student needs and goals, there's so much reward in passing on the passion for music.
Suzuki School Of Elgin

Suzuki School Of Elgin

New on Lessons
Serves Elgin, IL
David Adler Music and Arts Center, located in Libertyville, Illinois, offers an elegant and unique environment. The center is registered as a Historic Place, showcasing architectural elements from the Colonial and French Renaissance Revival periods. It offers a wide range of music and art instruction, including piano, violin, voice, guitar, drums, woodwinds, and brass for all ages. They also provide drawing, painting, sculpting and crafts classes, along with architecture and drama courses and a comprehensive Fine Arts Summer Camp Program. The historic Adler Home is available for special events including weddings, parties, and meetings.
Encore Music Academy

Encore Music Academy

New on Lessons
19+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Founded in 2005, Encore Music Academy is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization located in Crystal Lake, Illinois. EMA is dedicated to cultivating the innate musical abilities within each individual in a welcoming, nurturing environment. They offer a variety of programs including their flagship Encore Youth Choir for students aged 7-18, private instruction, early childhood music classes, chamber ensembles, summer musicals, summer camps, and outreach programming. They recently welcomed two established music organizations, McHenry County Youth Orchestra and Voices in Harmony, to their family.
Jason W

Jason W

New on Lessons
Offers online services
4+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Hey there! I'm Jason W, and I'm your go-to guy for music lessons in Schaumburg, IL. Whether you're into guitar, piano, drums, or bass guitar, I've got you covered. With a personalized approach to teaching, I focus on your strengths and goals to help you master your instrument. Let's make music together and take your skills to the next level!
Musical Owl

Musical Owl

New on Lessons
Serves Elgin, IL
Musical Owl, located in Hampshire, Illinois, and nearby areas, is a music education studio with a cozy small-town "mom and pop" vibe. They have highly experienced, certified music instructors offering individual and group lessons for a wide range of instruments, including violin, piano, guitar, drums, saxophone, clarinet, flute, and more. Not only do they provide expert instruction, but they also give their students the chance to perform in recitals, showcases, master classes, and special events.

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 Elgin drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Elgin area.
Amy M.
Steve is personable, and very knowledgeable about the guitar and my son enjoys working with him each week! He gives detailed feedback to allow us to know what materials will be needed as well as how the lessons went. Although my son is playing guitar for the first time, within two weeks he was already playing songs! I highly recommend Steve for lessons!
Steve Bitte Music Lessons
Jeanette R.
I liked that he has great passion when he teaches . His classes are very informative and he teaches , to where anyone can understand . Most of all his classes are enjoyable.
Dr. Eric Hines - Music Educator
Michael W.
The instruction is great, and the instructor cares about his craft and his students.
Axé Academy
Cymber Q.
Dan is an incredibly knowledgable teacher. His experience playing on cruise ships, piano bars and loads of other gigs brings a depth to his teaching that can't be beat. Dan taught me a library of left hand patterns, and right hand riffs that make the blues so enjoyable at home. He has also helped me to translate some of his blues playing to my harp. Very exciting. He's patient, funny and has loads of stories. Highly recommended if you're an intermediate and up player.
Glo Glee Music
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