Find drum teachers in Elmhurst, IL

Q: 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 .

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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Top 10 drum lessons in Elmhurst, IL

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

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 Elmhurst drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Elmhurst area.

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

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

Michael W.

The instruction is great, and the instructor cares about his craft and his students.

Axé Academy

Stephanie H.

We had a wonderful experience with Dan as my son's drum instructor. My son started at a fairly young age (6) and was interested in playing more what he heard on the radio, anywhere from Taylor Swift to Metallica. Dan was extremely patient in developing his lessons with my son by incorporating these types of songs in his lesson and keeping my son's interest up throughout the 30 minute lesson/"jam session." I'd highly recommend Dan to anyone interested in learning drum skills like those of Neil Peart, Buddy Rich, and other rock and roll legends.

Dan Leali Drum Instruction

Melissa F.

Jeremy is very patient and helps me understand by giving me examples. He gives me homework to practice my sticking. He always asks if I have any questions. He is very nice and the sessions feel very comfortable. I'm learning a lot from Jeremy.

Drums with Jeremy

Kris E.

Kyle was very patient and professional as I was new to learning instruments. He takes the time to figure out the areas where you need more improvement and works with you on them. Each lesson he will address the area where you need more practice from the previous lesson to see how far the improvement is coming along. Kyle Is definitely someone I would recommend to anyone wanting to learn a instrument. He has a lot of vast knowledge of music and is very passionate and experienced at playing and teaching musical instruments.

Singer Studios

Brad U.

Are you looking for regular? Or are you looking for awesome? If it’s the latter, then you belong at Altered Stage. I found this glorious place through a Google search, and man - am I happy that I did. As a recreational guitar player with a baseline understanding of how to play, I was looking for a comfortable place to take my playing to the next level. I never imagined that I could engage in top notch music instruction, and also a community of likeminded recreational musicians who couldn’t have been more welcoming and supportive. The icing on the cake for me is the monthly gig. It’s the perfect balance of accountability and fun to keep my musical development moving at my pace while expanding my social circle with genuine people who I can now call friends. I know there are a ton of ways to learn how to play an instrument - I just can’t understand why anyone would do it outside of Altered Stage.