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Top 10 drum lessons in Jersey City, NJ

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

Shannon Ford Drum Lessons

5.0(3)
1 hire on Lessons.com
5+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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

EduSkill Mastery

5.0(1)
22 hires on Lessons.com
46+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, NJ & Online
Kate M. says, "I'm currently learning & working with The Music Mastery. It's been an amazing journey over the past 5 years! I truly enjoyed everything⭐" Read more

Glenn Jude's Groove Therapy

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
30+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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

Pepe’s Guitar Is Cool!

5.0(1)
8+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, NJ & Online
Janette V. says, "The instructor is patient, kind, and very supportive . I’ve really enjoyed my guitar lessons. He explains techniques clearly, adapts the lessons to my skill level, and makes learning enjoyable. I always leave the lesson feeling motivated and excited to practice Highly recommended" Read more

BJB Music

5.0Exceptional(16)
20 hires on Lessons.com
28+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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

5.0(1)
5 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Jersey City, NJ & Online
Eliyahu S. says, "The teachers were good." Read more

Labrosse Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
18+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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

Drum Lessons With Ron Tierno

New on Lessons.com
40+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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.

Musicart Services

New on Lessons.com
2 hires on Lessons.com
43+ years in business
Serves Jersey City, 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...

James Smith Music Lessons

New on Lessons.com
Serves Jersey City, NJ & Online
About Me Hi, I’m James — a multi-instrumentalist and experienced music educator with over 7 years of teaching experience. I specialize in guitar, bass, piano, drums, music production, and songwriting. From 2018–2022, I taught music in schools and privately, working with students of all ages and skill levels, both in-person and online. My teaching style is student-centered and practical: I tailor lessons to each student’s goals, whether that’s playing their first song, improving technique, writing original music, or diving into recording and production. I’m also a working songwriter with nearly 50 original tracks under my belt, so I know what

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 Jersey City drum lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Jersey City area.
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
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
Joe D.
Personal, focused approach got me to a higher level
Labrosse Music 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
Anabella M.
Freddy has been really great at creating a learning plan to fit my needs! Already learning so much.
Music and Spanish Language Learning
Rev. J.
Robert is a competent worship leader, music teacher. His teaching of vocal technique, listening skills, and the importance of physical and spiritual health have transformed our music ministry team.
IMPACT ! Music Lessons
Larisa C.
DJ is absolutely fantastic! He is teaching my 8 and 12 year old boys piano and guitar. He is a phenomenal musician and got my kids super excited about music in general and practicing in particular. Amazing! He is young, chill and knowlegeable. Always on time, always great attitude. Fell lucky to have found DJ. Highly recommend :)
DJ
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