Drum lesson available for beginner, intermediate or advanced students

From 68 C$ /h

My name is Daniel I am a professional drummer and a drum tutor currently offering online and in-person drum lessons as well as teaching st secondary schools.
I teach students of all skill levels, from beginners who want drums to be their first musical instrument, to more competent players who are already in a band or creating backing tracks who want to polish their technique or who just want to take their playing to a whole new level.
Learning to play an instrument offers immense benefits, both at an academic and personal level and leads to overall development of an individual. Whether you want to learn how to play drums as a hobby, or you aim to become really proficient at it, dont hesitate to drop me a line.
I look forward to hearing from you and discussing your goals.

Extra information

Bring your own sticks, note book, drum practise pastor drum kit, metronome

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I'm an experienced, organised, dedicated session musician and drum tutor. I've worked with a diverse set of artists in the recording studio, concerts, festivals and music venues. These include Jazz Jamaica, Dylema Collective, Das Brass Band, Nikkita, Aiva, Mabel Agbenorto, Terry Smiles Collective, C.A.M.P Choir, WTW Big Band, Jay Phelps, Spirit Agenda, Myke Masters Band, Mike Soul, Cliff and Marie, Cherise Adams-Burnett, Rio Kai Quartet, Floor Rippers, Alan Weekes Trio, Tomorrow's Warriors, Morley College Big Band and many other gospel, jazz and r & b artists.

I Deliver an extensive genre of drum lessons and percussion workshops also at WAC Arts.

Music Degree successfully completed in 2011 at London Centre of Contemporary Music. My drum teachers included Rod Youngs, Troy Miller, Andrew Small, Steve Brown, Graham Fox, Courtney Daniels.

Education

BMUS Degree In Music Performance and Production at LCCM (2.2)

Leyton Sixth Form College, BTEC National Diploma In Music Practice, Grade (Distinction Merit Merit)

Experience / Qualifications

Grade 8 Trinity Rock and Pop Drums Certificate
Grade 5 Music Theory Certificate,
I have over 4 years teaching experience.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Drums

Metal

Percussion

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Drum and Percussion Tutor available to for lessons

68 C$ /h

I deliver Drum lessons, pupils will learn their favourite songs, grooves, fills and rudiments.
I also teach from the rockschool and trinity rock and pop drum books, from grades 1 to 8.
I adapt the lessons to whatever the students goals are, with over 5 years teaching experience in schools and privately I'll get the best out of each student.

My main styles are reggae, pop, jazz, hip hop, r and b, neo soul.

Drum lessons: Go over favourite songs, grooves, sight reading, rudiments, etc.

66 C$ /h

I can help you learn your favorite songs, I go through grades 1 to grade 8 in the Rockschool and trinity drum books if a student wants to improve their sight-reading skills.
I go through grooves in various styles, fills, and rudiments. Styles are funk, soul, rock, pop, reggae, jazz, world, Latin, hip hop, etc.
The lessons are adapted to whatever the student's goals and aims are, so whether you want to play in church, play as a hobby, achieve grade 8 in the graded exams or master playing to your favorite songs, I'm here to help.

David

5.0

(2)

Do you want to learn some cuban grooves? or maybe latin jazz?

Apart from teaching the most amazing latin rhythms, In my lessons I apply the stick control book, to achieve a good technique, and at the same time I teach coordination and grooves, with the best methods and books from the most qualified drummers.

I'm a professional drummer from Spain, but living in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. I have studied Latin drums at Codarts, university of the arts, in Rotterdam, so I've acquired a lot of knowledge and skills on Cuban and Brazilian music, jazz, funk and Pop.

I've performed in places such as:
North Sea Jazz Festival, Het Concertgebouw (Amsterdam), Tivoli (Utrecht), Jazzcafe Dizzy, etc...

Frederic

5.0

(2)

Conservatory graduate teacher gives drums lessons

All styles combined

Pulsation work

Every 10 lessons there is an ensemble lesson to practice what you have learned.

Method suitable for the little ones 4-5 years old
First course without obligation

Stuart

5.0

(2)

Methodology

I base my teaching what the student wants to learn and also through years of teaching and learning I can help guide you on this path.

Techniques, phrase development, solo, accompaniment, odd rhythms and creation of your own sound.

We will cover traditional rhythms from Turkey, the Balkans, Egypt. I can teach darbuka and bendir from beginner to advanced level. Riq, indian tabla, konnakol, cajon, daf, indian tabla and percussion set ups can also be taught

A bit about me:
I have been playing oriental percussion professionally since 2010 with many groups and touring all over the world and I've recorded albums for groups such as Light in Babylon.

Lorenzo

5.0

(2)

Je donne cours en français - Description disponible en Français
Do lezione in Italiano - Descrizione disponibile in Italiano

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The course method, inspired by the Agostini school (French method used in French and Belgian academies and conservatories) is divided between technique and drums. At the rate of one session each we will focus once on technique and movements outside the drums (on pads) and the other time on the drums and the application of technique and movements.

-> The technique lessons and the movements will be those of the so-called 'Moeller technique' that I learned through his direct lineage of student.
-> The drum lessons are greatly inspired by the pedagogy of the M.A.I. (Music Academy International - Nancy (fr)) and in particular that of Richard-Paul Morellini, renowned instructor.

The courses are complete, in-depth but above all specifically thought of to be progressive. They are suitable for children from 7 years old as well as adults of all ages.

=> Particular attention is paid to the movements and their correct application, to the total independence of the limbs and finally to an understanding of the rhythm and its theory. My main goal is to give the student complete control behind the drums and skills to be able to self-learn any piece in any musical style. 1 hour of weekly lessons are never enough, they should only be used to fuel the passion that will make you play at home more and more.

On demand or for advancs students:
- I am very passionate about the study of South American rhythms. Due to their complexity, apart from the samba and Baïon ostinatos, they are not included in the program before the advanced level. They can be at the request of the student.
- I am also specialized in metal (musical style) and double pedal. The latter is not included in the program unless requested by the student. The double pedal courses are based on the methodology of Virgil Donati.

Technique:
* Moeller technique (the 'whipping motion' - the Free stroke -Full/Half/Low stroke - accepting the rebound - its application etc.)
* Snare rudiments and their applications through reading systems
* Readings of scores and exercises for the snare drum
* Speed drills
* Military marches
* Control of the different subdivisions (quarter notes - eighth notes - triplets - sixteenth notes - quintuplets - sextuplets - triple eighth notes - nonolets etc.)
* Displacement of accents and polyrhythms
* On request, double pedal technique (application of the Moeller to the double pedal as well as everything listed above but with the feet)

Drums:
* Bass drum reading and independance
* Snare drum reading and independance
* Applications of ghost notes
* The 16 sixteenth-notes ostinatos
* Jazz readings and independence
* Binary and ternary readings
* Coordination and movements of both feet
* Dynamics on the instrument
* Creation of fills and original drum grooves
* On request, application of the double pedal
* On request or for advanced students, readings and independence of South American rhythms (study and independence of the clave/Cascara/Mozambique etc.)

Matteo

5.0

(2)

If you've been eager to get better in drums and therefore studying all its different styles and genres, I definitely can help you with that!
Particularly, I've studied in deep Tony Williams' and Elvin Jones' playing and the main drummers of the jazz era from the 50s to the 70s , so if you really want to improve that kind of vision and sound I can give you some great hints such as transcriptions, analysis, sound strategies and many video materials.
Also, I am specialized in Funk/Hip-Hop music and that kind of groovy world. So, I've been mastering a specific approach to this genre as well.

About me:
I've been playing drums since I was 6. I got my Master Degree in 2022 at Salerno Music Conservatory (Italy) in Jazz Drums and Percussion.
I've been doing the role of Assistant Professor at KCB with Stéphane Galland since 2023.

Since I moved to Belgium I had to chance to collaborate and sharing the stage at the moment with Manou Gallo, Zap MAMA, Stephane Mercier, David Linx and various others.

David

5.0

(2)

Hello everyone,

I offer Oriental and digital percussion lessons for all levels.
I can offer you training around the Persian Tombak, the Iranian Daf, the Dayereh, the Derbouka or the Frame Drums.
I support you as best I can in your learning and I pass on to you everything I have received from my different masters over the last 20 years.
Do not hesitate to contact me to discuss

Rodney

5.0

(2)

Starting from the fact that an Epic Intro of each song can determine the success of your artistic compositions, it is important to say that musical composition is a key tool to create and develop songs and concerts, through ensemble rhythms and their Syncopations you will learn to compose Epic Intros with the Afro-Cuban and Latin flavor. We will use percussion and choir instruments, body percussion and ideophone accessories (bells, Hierros, Kilin, etc.) from Drums BEAT I will teach you the Afro-Beat rhythmic marches that will give musical richness to your projects .

Idris

5.0

(2)

Want to learn to play the drums?
Easy as 1,2,3.
With me you will learn the basics, play along with your favorite music and build your own grooves.
Preferably in my studio, but it can also be at yours.

I have been behind the kit for 18 years in different styles (rock, jazz, reggae, afrobeat).

We can possibly discuss an adjusted rate for children.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send a message :)

Anton

5.0

(2)

Hi, My name is Anton! I am giving private drum lessons to all levels and all ages! I have Graduated BIMM LONDON, and currently study in Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel.

Drum Lessons Overview:
We’ll analyse your favourite songs, focus on technique, discuss coordination, rhythms, rudiments, grooves, and styles all in a relaxed and fun atmosphere with special attention to student’s personal needs. If you already have some experience, we’ll review what you’ve practiced and determine how to progress further.

About Me:
- I have been involved in music for over 10 years
- Graduated from BIMM LONDON (BMus) Popular Music Performance. Currently studying at Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel.
- I took private lessons from masters such as Pat Davey, and Erik Stams, Sasha Mashin, Ivars Arutyunyan.
- I have extensive experience in most styles of music (pop, rock, jazz, latin, funk, hip-hop, theatre, electronic)
- Played internationally with Luna, Constantine, German Superfin, Zoltan Renaldi, Julija Zakirova and also work in the musical collective of Mikhail Chekhov Theatre in Riga.
- I have been teaching for more than 5 years, and many of my students are now performing with their own groups.

Hedi

5.0

(2)

A rocker and metalhead at heart, but also a fan of various styles (80s pop, funk, blues), I've been playing drums since I was a teenager... 20 years ago already! Since then, I've played in a band (ex-Minded of Heart), performed on stage (Divan du Monde, La Cigale), composed and recorded hundreds of songs, and today I'd like to share my experience with you.

My method is simple, dynamic and personalized: we will choose pieces together according to your tastes, then we will work on the techniques and skills necessary to master them.

I will help you find your own style, understand the basics of rhythm, accompany a song, play in a band, go on stage... and much more.

Among my influences are artists such as Pantera, The Beatles, AC/DC, Linkin Park...

Please feel free to write to me now with any questions.
Tell me about your influences, your favorite drummers and bands, what made you want to play drums...

Nipun

5.0

(2)

English:
As a teacher, I always work from the needs and level of the student. I believe learning music should be fun as well as practical, so I combine technique with direct application in songs and playing with other instruments. My method focuses on gradually building control and confidence behind the drum kit.

A typical lesson begins with a short warm-up and technical exercises (sticks, coordination, timing). After that, we work on grooves or fills, often using a play-along track or music chosen by the student. In band lessons, the emphasis is on playing with other instruments, rehearsal structure, and stage presence: how to play tightly together, present yourself on stage, and how to deal with issues that might occur during your performance.

My specific skills lie in modern genres such as (indie) rock, metal, pop, and groove-based styles. As a mentor and an active performer in several bands, I can share not only technical knowledge but also stage experience, rehearsal tips, and help with gear recommendation and learning about auxiliary aspects (recording drums, stage tech, etc).

The lessons are intended for students and young musicians of all levels—from absolute beginners learning their first beat to advanced players refining their technique or bands who want to take their rehearsal and live performance to the next level. Group lessons and beginner band coaching are also available, where we work together on ensemble playing, communication, and performing.

Nederlands:
Als docent werk ik altijd vanuit de behoeften en het niveau van de leerling. Ik geloof dat muziek leren zowel leuk als praktisch moet zijn, dus combineer ik techniek met directe toepassing in liedjes en het samenspelen met andere instrumenten. Mijn methode richt zich op het stapsgewijs opbouwen van controle en zelfvertrouwen achter het drumstel.

Een typische les begint met een korte warming-up en technische oefeningen (stokken, coördinatie, timing). Daarna werken we aan grooves of fills, vaak met een play-along track of muziek die de leerling zelf kiest. In bandlessen ligt de nadruk op samenspel met andere instrumenten, repetitiestructuur en podiumpresentatie: hoe je strak samen speelt, jezelf op het podium presenteert en hoe je omgaat met problemen die tijdens een optreden kunnen ontstaan.

Mijn specifieke vaardigheden liggen bij moderne genres zoals (indie) rock, metal, pop en groove-gebaseerde stijlen. Als mentor en actief performer in meerdere bands kan ik niet alleen technische kennis delen, maar ook podiumervaring, repetitietips en hulp bieden bij materiaaladvies en kennis over aanvullende aspecten (drums opnemen, podiumtechniek, enz.).

De lessen zijn bedoeld voor studenten en jonge muzikanten van elk niveau—van absolute beginners die hun eerste beat willen leren tot gevorderde spelers die hun techniek willen verfijnen, of bands die hun repetities en liveoptredens naar een hoger niveau willen tillen. Groepslessen en coaching voor beginnende bands zijn ook beschikbaar, waarbij we samen werken aan samenspel, communicatie en optreden.

Galen

5.0

(2)

I am a professional musician offering private lessons in drum set, percussion, and music theory. I have a bachelors degree in Music from Colorado University. I have experience playing in musical productions, jazz combos and big bands, fusion bands, hip hop, and metal. I have had the honor of teaching students from ages 6 to adult. I enjoy helping beginners find their joy in drumming and equally excel at helping master drummers polish their skills. Also offered- music theory lessons from solfege to jazz arranging.

Chen

5.0

(2)

Hello! 🥁🎵
Are you looking to start a new musical adventure ?
My name is Chen. I’ve been living, performing, and teaching here in Amsterdam for the last few years, and I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in jazz drums from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA).
I love diving into a massive mix of styles, blending everything from jazz and minimalism to rock, electronic music, and creative groove concept drumming. I truly believe that music lessons should be tailored to what gets you excited. Whether you want to master a solid practice pad routine, learn your favorite songs, build up your timing and coordination, or dive deep into advanced improvisation, we will design the lessons around your goals.
All ages and levels are welcome!

Let's make playing the drums fun, focused, and uniquely yours. Get in touch, and let's get started!

Ginevra

5.0

(2)

Individual drum lessons for children, teenagers and adults, adapted to each age, level and objectives.

Whether you're starting from scratch or already have experience and want to keep improving, we'll work in a personalized way and at your own pace.

What does it include?
🥁 Acoustic drum set for classes
👤 100% individual classes
🎯 Program adapted to your level and goals
🎵 Learn songs and styles that interest you
📚 Study material included
🧩 Technique, coordination, rhythm, reading, and musicality
📈 Track your progress

Whether you're a beginner, at an intermediate level, or want to perfect your technique, we adapt the classes to you.

A practical and fun way to learn drums, improve your skills and enjoy playing from the first lesson.

Omid

5.0

(2)

Hi, I’m Omid, a professional pianist and handpan player from Iran.

I’m 32 years old, and I started learning piano professionally at the age of five. Piano has always been my main instrument, and over the years, I’ve developed a strong background in music, performance, and music education.

About seven years ago, I discovered the handpan, and it quickly became another important part of my musical journey. Today, I teach handpan to many students and help them discover their own musical voice through this beautiful instrument.

Whether you have a musical background or have never played an instrument before, you can start from zero. My lessons are designed to take you step by step—from learning the basics and playing your first notes to improvising, creating your own music, and expressing your emotions freely through the handpan.

My goal is not just to teach you how to play the handpan. I want to help you truly understand the instrument, feel comfortable with it, and eventually create music that is uniquely yours.

I offer personalized one-on-one online handpan lessons, tailored to your level, goals, and musical interests.

Let’s start your handpan journey together! 🎶