Engaging, Step-By-Step Drum and Percussion Lessons for Kids & Adults Who Want to Play, Not Just Practice.
Drum and percussion lessons for ages 7 through adult—designed for all levels, abilities, and musical goals! Whether you’re picking up sticks for the first time or refining your technique, we’ll help you build rhythm, confidence, and real musicianship. Our program integrates strong reading, practice, and performance skills into every lesson, while offering flexible scheduling and affordability that parents love.
We’ll show you how to progress faster, stay inspired, and become a skilled drummer at any level.
Try a complimentary lesson and experience the difference!
We’ll show you how to progress faster, stay inspired, and become a skilled drummer at any level.
Try a complimentary lesson and experience the difference!
Set Yourself Apart
Let music and percussion become a part of who you are—something dynamic and expressive that truly belongs to you. With the right approach, learning doesn’t have to take years, and it’s not as complicated as you might think.
But let’s be honest. In our decades of teaching, we’ve yet to see another program, teacher, or online course that truly helps students develop real musical fluency. Most lesson programs claim to have a “better method,” yet their approach has barely changed in centuries. Some students manage to stick with them for a while, but most don’t—leaving drumming as just another activity they tried and moved on from.
The key to success isn’t just hours of practice. And while there’s no magic shortcut, there is a smarter way to learn. If you want to play drums or percussion with confidence—really play, where people say, “Wow, you’ve got serious rhythm!”—develop solid technique, and read music effortlessly, we’ll show you how to reach your goals… and then go beyond them!
But let’s be honest. In our decades of teaching, we’ve yet to see another program, teacher, or online course that truly helps students develop real musical fluency. Most lesson programs claim to have a “better method,” yet their approach has barely changed in centuries. Some students manage to stick with them for a while, but most don’t—leaving drumming as just another activity they tried and moved on from.
The key to success isn’t just hours of practice. And while there’s no magic shortcut, there is a smarter way to learn. If you want to play drums or percussion with confidence—really play, where people say, “Wow, you’ve got serious rhythm!”—develop solid technique, and read music effortlessly, we’ll show you how to reach your goals… and then go beyond them!
The Benefits of Playing Percussions
Drumming is more than just making noise—it’s about coordination, timing, and musical expression. Playing percussion improves focus, strengthens motor skills, and develops a natural sense of rhythm that carries over into all areas of life. It’s also a great way to relieve stress, build confidence, and connect with others through music. Whether you’re playing in a band, drumming for fun, or pursuing serious musical study, percussion is an exciting and rewarding skill that lasts a lifetime.
What's a Lesson Like?
Our lessons are designed for independent learning, so students aren’t reliant on the teacher to play everything for them. Instead, they develop the skills to practice effectively, master each song, and build confidence in their playing. Every student learns at their own pace, understanding their personal practice goals and how to achieve them.
We offer flexible scheduling, allowing students to easily reschedule into another class if conflicts arise. Lessons take place in a small group format (4–6 students per class), but each student follows an individualized lesson plan—ensuring no one is held back or pushed ahead by others. Like our piano program, this approach provides personalized instruction, strong focus on technique, and superior reading skills while maintaining the efficiency and motivation that comes with learning alongside peers. In fact, our students make faster progress and stick with lessons longer compared to traditional private lessons.
We offer flexible scheduling, allowing students to easily reschedule into another class if conflicts arise. Lessons take place in a small group format (4–6 students per class), but each student follows an individualized lesson plan—ensuring no one is held back or pushed ahead by others. Like our piano program, this approach provides personalized instruction, strong focus on technique, and superior reading skills while maintaining the efficiency and motivation that comes with learning alongside peers. In fact, our students make faster progress and stick with lessons longer compared to traditional private lessons.
Scheduling & Pricing
Each 60-minute weekly session includes:
✔️ Sightreading – A crucial skill often overlooked in other studios
✔️ Supervised practice – We take the burden of home practice off parents and students
✔️ Performance skills – Training in memorization, stage presence, and overcoming performance anxiety
✔️ Ensemble playing – Opportunities to play with others while maintaining independent progress
Tuition is $165 per month for weekly 60-minute lessons. Sign up today and experience a better way to learn music!
✔️ Sightreading – A crucial skill often overlooked in other studios
✔️ Supervised practice – We take the burden of home practice off parents and students
✔️ Performance skills – Training in memorization, stage presence, and overcoming performance anxiety
✔️ Ensemble playing – Opportunities to play with others while maintaining independent progress
Tuition is $165 per month for weekly 60-minute lessons. Sign up today and experience a better way to learn music!
FAQs
How long do I have to commit to lessons? Is there a contract?
Learning to play a musical instrument is like learning a new language -- and it's a journey. However, while we hope that you'll love our lessons so much that you'll take forever, we do not ask our families to sign a contract for any specific length of time. Lessons simply continue on a month-to-month basis. We do ask that new families to read and sign our studio policies regarding procedure, payments, and the calendar, prior to beginning lessons.
Do I need an instrument at home?
Yes. You'll need a guitar that is appropriately sized for home use and to bring to each lesson. If you don't already own a guitar, and you need guidance finding one, we're happy to assist.
Is your Lesson Program a group setting?
Yes. This is an accelerated lesson program, designed to properly balance the musical elements needed for true music fluency, and there will be other students present (typically 3 to 4 per class). In fact, the level of success and rate of progress we want for our students can ONLY be achieved in a small group setting! However, each student is taught individually and works directly with a teacher within the context of the group setting. Our program is specifically designed to help students progress faster and with stronger reading skills by incorporating instructor-monitored practice into each lesson. However, private instruction is available once students have completed their method books and play at an advanced level.
Why do kids progress faster in this type of program? How can this be better than "private" instruction?
It's true...our students do progress faster in our small group program than they do in private lessons. And, to be clear, this is not traditional group instruction. Our lessons are individualized, and tailored to the student, with each student receiving lots of personal attention. Most students complete their lesson books in half the time they would with traditional private instruction. The key to the "accelerated" part is the lesson length and teaching style.
First, our "groups" are not collaborative. Each student in the class works independently within the context of the group setting at their perfect pace, and is instructed at their level. Classes are a mix of ages and levels, and students are neither held back nor pressured to compete with others. A teacher is always at the ready to present a new concept from the lesson book, answer a question, or listen to a finished song. Second, each weekly class is 60 minutes. The longer session allows for time to learn plenty of new music and practice it during the lesson. When a new song is completely mastered, it's listed on the student's assignment page for rehearsal at home, and we move forward to a new song! Third, the hour-long lesson allows the teacher to step away (although we're always on the lookout for struggles) and let students work more independently. We have noted a huge increase in student confidence and initiative, and they typically will accomplish well beyond our expectations. Finally, students play A LOT of music in an hour. More music = better sightreading.
Are parents allowed to sit in on lessons? Do parents have to be present during lessons?
Of course, parents are always allowed to be with their children during lessons, if they wish. We have an open door policy at The Music Studio. There is also a waiting area separate from the classrooms, for convenience. However, if you need to run errands or get siblings to other activities, drop and go is OK, too.
How do I get my child to practice at home?
Our Lesson Programs focus on solving the problem of home practice. In "traditional" lessons, a significant set back can be the lack of confidence students have in their abilities, and therefore unwillingness to practice on their own at home (in other words, practice feels like work). Our not-so-traditional accelerated program strengthens their reading skills, and develops a sense of confidence and independence that leaves our students feeling accomplished and excited about music. Here are some of the benefits:
What if I have to miss a lesson?
We are very flexible! Students may simply reschedule into another class if they have a conflict or get sick. All make up lessons can be scheduled through our online calendar.
Learning to play a musical instrument is like learning a new language -- and it's a journey. However, while we hope that you'll love our lessons so much that you'll take forever, we do not ask our families to sign a contract for any specific length of time. Lessons simply continue on a month-to-month basis. We do ask that new families to read and sign our studio policies regarding procedure, payments, and the calendar, prior to beginning lessons.
Do I need an instrument at home?
Yes. You'll need a guitar that is appropriately sized for home use and to bring to each lesson. If you don't already own a guitar, and you need guidance finding one, we're happy to assist.
Is your Lesson Program a group setting?
Yes. This is an accelerated lesson program, designed to properly balance the musical elements needed for true music fluency, and there will be other students present (typically 3 to 4 per class). In fact, the level of success and rate of progress we want for our students can ONLY be achieved in a small group setting! However, each student is taught individually and works directly with a teacher within the context of the group setting. Our program is specifically designed to help students progress faster and with stronger reading skills by incorporating instructor-monitored practice into each lesson. However, private instruction is available once students have completed their method books and play at an advanced level.
Why do kids progress faster in this type of program? How can this be better than "private" instruction?
It's true...our students do progress faster in our small group program than they do in private lessons. And, to be clear, this is not traditional group instruction. Our lessons are individualized, and tailored to the student, with each student receiving lots of personal attention. Most students complete their lesson books in half the time they would with traditional private instruction. The key to the "accelerated" part is the lesson length and teaching style.
First, our "groups" are not collaborative. Each student in the class works independently within the context of the group setting at their perfect pace, and is instructed at their level. Classes are a mix of ages and levels, and students are neither held back nor pressured to compete with others. A teacher is always at the ready to present a new concept from the lesson book, answer a question, or listen to a finished song. Second, each weekly class is 60 minutes. The longer session allows for time to learn plenty of new music and practice it during the lesson. When a new song is completely mastered, it's listed on the student's assignment page for rehearsal at home, and we move forward to a new song! Third, the hour-long lesson allows the teacher to step away (although we're always on the lookout for struggles) and let students work more independently. We have noted a huge increase in student confidence and initiative, and they typically will accomplish well beyond our expectations. Finally, students play A LOT of music in an hour. More music = better sightreading.
Are parents allowed to sit in on lessons? Do parents have to be present during lessons?
Of course, parents are always allowed to be with their children during lessons, if they wish. We have an open door policy at The Music Studio. There is also a waiting area separate from the classrooms, for convenience. However, if you need to run errands or get siblings to other activities, drop and go is OK, too.
How do I get my child to practice at home?
Our Lesson Programs focus on solving the problem of home practice. In "traditional" lessons, a significant set back can be the lack of confidence students have in their abilities, and therefore unwillingness to practice on their own at home (in other words, practice feels like work). Our not-so-traditional accelerated program strengthens their reading skills, and develops a sense of confidence and independence that leaves our students feeling accomplished and excited about music. Here are some of the benefits:
- Student’s musical reading ability will drastically improve
- Students will complete their method books faster
- Practice at home will become easier
- Students will have fewer questions at home
What if I have to miss a lesson?
We are very flexible! Students may simply reschedule into another class if they have a conflict or get sick. All make up lessons can be scheduled through our online calendar.
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CONTACT HoursM-F: 3:00pm - 7:30pm
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Telephone540-659-0506
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