DRUM / PERCUSSION LESSONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
(for ages 6 and up)

What to expect during a typical Drum Lesson:
  • Warm-Ups, Stick Control
  • Proper posture
  • Master the 26 Rudiments
  • Rhythm reading and music theory
  • Individual assignments – with music/chart reading
  • Basic style studies (Rock, Funk, Brazilian, Afro/Cuban, Jazz, etc.)
  • Basic improvisation
  • Student choice songs, with CD (chart)
  • Performance practice
  • Stage Presence
Our studio has 2 drum sets side by side, so the student and teacher can play together and the student can easily copy the movements the teacher demonstrates. Our drum instructors teach all styles of music, from beginning basics through Blues, Funk, Jazz, Latin, Rock, Hip-Hop, World, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Bebop, Big Band, Fusion, Country, Metal, Alternative – you name it! Drum language can be complex and our instructors will challenge any drummer with a wide variety of technical exercises designed to improve your speed and comfort.

Students learn the rudiments of reading drum set notation and how to play like your favorite rock star. All drummers bring in their favorite drum parts to learn in their lessons and theory is encouraged. We have many drum students who play in local bands be it in rock clubs or their local churches. 

You do not have to purchase a drum kit to take lessons. Beginning students can learn with a drum pad and sticks. A drum pad cost around $25 and drum sticks around $13. They are both available in our store, for your convenience. Students use our drum set at their lessons, and do not have to bring anything except their drum sticks and a notebook.

Keep in mind that our drum students always have the opportunity to join our own Rock Band. For more information please visit our Rock Band page. 

For general lesson format and overview, please visit our LESSONS page.

For a full list of benefits of becoming a Forté Music School student, please visit our HOME page.