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Top 10 drum lessons in Hoboken, NJ

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

SHAKONSET

5.0(4)
3 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Tumba E. says, "The right guy for the job, very clear and confident. I liked his basics about drumming and how he gives you you the thirsty to learn more about drumming from him." Read more
Glenn Jude Rhythms

Glenn Jude Rhythms

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
29+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Laura says, "Glenn makes learning exciting, dynamic, and fun. All of my lessons with Glenn have been tailored to my individual needs and level of progression. Additionally, with Glenn's wide range of rhythmic expertise, I have been lucky enough to gain a level of competency and exposure to a wide variety of music, including traditional Brazilian grooves, classic rock, surf, funk/soul, New Orleans-style second line, and more." Read more
Drum Lessons With Ron Tierno

Drum Lessons With Ron Tierno

39+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ
Drum Lessons with Ron Tierno, founded in 1986 and based in New York, offers personalized drum lessons for all ages and skill levels. With over 30 years of teaching and performance experience, Ron Tierno, a professional musician, tailors his lessons to each student's abilities and learning pace. As a renowned author and educator, he has conducted master classes at prestigious institutions like Berklee College of Music. Experience drumming in an authentic, supportive environment with Ron Tierno.
Drum Lessons With Molly

Drum Lessons With Molly

5.0(1)
16+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Amanda M. says, "Molly is an amazing communicator, patient, and kind! I was nervous to try drumming for the first time but she made it fun and encouraging -- you'd be lucky to work with her!" Read more
Labrosse Music Lessons

Labrosse Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Nicolas A. says, "James is very knowledgeable and meets his students at their current skill level. He also will constantly challenge to stimulate growth. Highly recommend" Read more
BJB Music

BJB Music

5.0Exceptional(16)
20 hires on Lessons.com
27+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Sharon Q. says, "Bryan is patient and encouraging. I have quite a few problems with feeling in my hand. Bryan and I are working through through this. Most instructors would have lost patience quite some time ago. Bryan is one of the good guys in music." Read more
Caldwell Connection

Caldwell Connection

5.0(1)
Online now
5 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Eliyahu S. says, "The teachers were good." Read more
Mark's Guide To Learning Music

Mark's Guide To Learning Music

7 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Hoboken, NJ
I am a music teacher who also teaches piano, guitar, drums, mandolin, & voice plus many facets of music like songwriting, recording, and performance but my lessons and guide is to help the student build on his own strengths and to look at music from a different angle. Instead of just learning the typical scale and asking HOW do i play that, i come from the mindset of WHY you should play that. I cover areas such as MUSIC THEORY, TIMING and many other areas to help the student become the best musician he can be. I have taught many students privately and even children at the JCC CAMP in CHERRY HILL, NJ. I have been playing music sinve 1986 I enj...
Musicart Services

Musicart Services

2 hires on Lessons.com
42+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ
Personalized instruction and career consultation for all levels. Dom is the owner of MUSICART SERVICES in Wallington,with vocal and instrumental instruction, recording production services and entertainment. A composer and songwriter, Dom has performed original songs on television and major venues in the tri-state area, served as Music Director for Cameo Productions in Sparta, NJ and internationally for Steve DePass. He completed a 5 year solo piano engagement at Arturo's in Midland Park, now with JERSEY SOUND, is a music career consultant and is a certified BA in Music Education, patient and highly experienced teacher for all levels. He ha...
Shannon Ford Drum Lessons

Shannon Ford Drum Lessons

5.0(3)
1 hire on Lessons.com
4+ years in business
Serves Hoboken, NJ & Online
Elena B. says, "Shannon is an incredible musician, and has been nothing but kind, generous and encouraging to me as a newcomer on the scene. He offers a wealth of knowledge when it comes to being a professional musician. I always leave our lessons feeling super inspired to keep moving forward!" Read 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 Hoboken drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Hoboken area.
Jocelyn M.
I absolutely recommend Shak as a drumming coach. He is extremely friendly and personable. I have played drums in the past but overtime had forgotten certain things and wanted to brush up on them. He was able to pinpoint what I needed to work on and as well as what my strengths were. Overall a great lesson and would definitely book another in the very near future.
SHAKONSET
Joe D.
Personal, focused approach got me to a higher level
Labrosse Music Lessons
Ryan W.
I have been getting guitar lessons with Bryan for over two years. As a forty something year old, who can be very stuck in his ways, Bryan has been abundantly patient with my slow learning process. He is thoroughly knowledgable of the guitar, adapts to my learning curve, finds real life examples that helps move me along in the right direction. So very thankful I decided to go with Bryan as my teacher. He does the music world good simply being the kind of teacher he is.
BJB music
Brian C.
Being a successful drummer is about having good time and good relationships. Shannon excels at both. He explains what tools you need to sound professional, while modeling what a “good hang” is in the music scene. Shannon finds the perfect balance of explanation and demonstration. He targets the smaller areas of musicality that can elevate a drummer from a 6 to a 10. Broadway drummers need to play in multiple genres. I have sat with Shannon and experienced his effortless shifts from rock to swing to pop. As a teacher, he perfectly communicates the idiosyncrasies of each style. Brian Cudina Lyricist, Drummer, Journalist
Shannon Ford Drum Lessons
Asia
When I arrived to my first lesson, I walked into the studio while my teacher was playing and I was intimidated. But as soon as we started my lesson, my nerves dissipated. Eldon is such a good teacher. He pushes your limits while also encouraging you to have fun and loosen up. I look forward to every session and I already noticed I'm getting more confident behind the kit.
Eldon Simms
Maxim S.
Rob has an outstanding warm and caring character which makes it very pleasant to work with him. As a teacher, he adopts to the indivuidual needs of the student and always finds the right material to stay engaged. He never looses patience and humour and remains always focused on the success of the student. Our son started playing drums with Rob at the age of five and years later, he still loves it .
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Maayan E.
He always comes with good energy and a good attitude The training sessions with him are always organized and professional
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Cass K.
Leesa was a phenomenal teacher. She worked one on one with me for awhile getting me to the point where I was able to do many things on my own and more rapidly. She gave me lots of guidance and techniques that I still use in my drumming today. To this day I credit her in helping me get to where I am today. I would recommend everyone go to Leesa!
Learn Drums By Ear!
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