I teach drum lessons to kids age 10 up to adults. Any skill level is welcome from complete beginner to advanced. My goal as a teacher is to help you gain a solid foundation of the essentials, technique, rudiments, hand / foot coordination, reading music and also learning by ear. Having these things as a skill set will enable you to learn any style of music you want and achieve your musical goals. I have over 35 years of playing and performing experience, including a degree in classical percussion from Wheaton Conservatory of Music. I have also played in rock bands, both touring and recording as well as jazz and classical settings over the...

School of Rock, founded in 2017, is a performance-based music school in Chicago, Illinois. Known for their innovative approach to music education, they offer in-person and online music lessons for students of all ages, from toddlers to adults. They combine individual lessons for drums, bass, keyboard, vocals, and guitar with group practices. Students learn to play music from day one and even get the opportunity to put on live performances at local venues. The experienced instructors, who are local musicians themselves, strive to make learning fun and foster a community of musicians.

PreludePrep.com, located in Columbia, South Carolina, offers sound advice for your musical future. This company is dedicated to providing expert guidance and support to help you navigate your musical journey. With a focus on serving young artists, PreludePrep.com's mission is to empower aspiring musicians to reach their full potential. Whether you're just getting started or are looking to take your music career to the next level, PreludePrep.com is here to help.

Founded in 2014, Alex's Music Studio is a women-owned, small business located in Chicago, Illinois and its surrounding areas. The Studio provides tailored musical instruction for all ages and abilities, specializing in private and semi-private lessons. The approach is fun and innovative using games, technology, and movement activities. The Studio also offers unique services like musical birthday parties, yoga play parties, music events, and classes. With Alex's Music Studio, embark on your own musical adventure.

Tambor Chicago is focused on promoting the proliferation of Afro-Cuban folkloric music to diverse audiences. We offer private studies, group classes, and full length performance showcasing Afro-Cuban drumming, song, and dance. Our lessons cover conga, bongo, bata, timbales, drum set, and more. Come learn these complex instruments with down-to-Earth teaching to meet your own pace and goals.

I really enjoy showing students new techniques for improving their performance

Established in 2013, Kafolike School of Percussion is a reputable non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois. The school, founded by Sekou Tepaka Lunda Conde, is dedicated to teaching traditional West African drumming of the Mande people. Known for its cultural curriculum, the school is focused on the preservation of the musical culture of the djembe orchestra of Mali and Guinea West Africa. It boasts a rich legacy of producing knowledgeable and well-rounded djembe and dundun players, both adults and children.

Founded in 2001, Ted Sirota Drum Studio is located in Chicago, Illinois and surrounding areas. The studio offers private drum lessons for all ages starting from seven years old, catering to all skill levels and styles. Ted Sirota, the instructor, emphasizes not just on drumming, but also on nurturing musicians. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, Ted Sirota Drum Studio can help you reach your next musical level.

Established in 2008, School of Rock in Evanston, Illinois is dedicated to inspiring the world to rock on stage and in life. Their unique approach combines one-on-one lessons in guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, and drums with group band rehearsals, preparing students to take the stage in front of live audiences. They believe in making learning fun and fostering a community of musicians of all ages. Not just a local school, they are part of a massive international rock community, showing their students what they can achieve with big dreams and hard work.

Founded in 2010, Des Plaines School of Music, located in Des Plaines, Illinois, offers private online music lessons tailored to the student's needs. Serving both children and adults, beginners are warmly welcomed. With experienced university-trained teachers, they offer lessons in a variety of instruments including guitar, piano, violin, drums, voice, and more. The school provides a safe environment with convenient drop-off and pick up for students. They offer flexible scheduling and no long-term contracts, making music education accessible and enjoyable.