The Best Drums Tutors in California

Oakley, CA

Drumline Captain for 2 Years in Open Division in NorCal

I have experience with large number of percussive instruments, and competitively participated in top level criticism in PIT, Tenor, and Snare drums. I have a high understanding of freestyling rhythm beats and my math background allows me... See Justin's full profile

Trabuco Canyon, CA

Drummer with over 40 years of experience.

I have been playing drums for over 40 years. My main areas of expertise involve various drum rhythms, timing, listening and dynamics. I can teach one how to play pop, rock reggae, funk and jazz. I can teach from beginner to... See Carlos's full profile

Vacaville, CA

Building a rock-solid foundation from Pre-Algebra to Calc III and more

Prior to that time, I studied for four years with noted drummer and educator Steve Fidyk while pursuing Jazz Studies at the University of MD college park. I teach 3-4 drum students a week. I teach technique using the natural body... See Steven's full profile

Long Beach, CA

Professional Degree-Carrying Musician Available To Teach

I have played, performed and taught Full Drum Set for a duration of 37yrs. I have travelled the world, groomed other students & musicians, as well as started beginners on their musical paths. I have more than enough ability and... See Desiree's full profile

San Bruno, CA

Rock, Punk, and Alternative Drummer with 20+ Years of Experience

I have played drums for over twenty years and have appeared on numerous recordings--either as a session drummer, a band member, or an independent artist. I began drumming in the early 2000s in the New Jersey pop-punk music scene, at... See Jonathan's full profile

Las Vegas, NV

Drum Instructor and Gig Specialist with 14 years of percussion exp.

I played drums in Heavenly Village lake Tahoe for 2 years for Cali Burger Co. and Blue Azul. I played for crowds of over 100 people. I also have taught drums to adults and children alike. I am currently transitioning to leading a... See Stanley's full profile

Sacramento, CA

High School music educator with 16 + year experiance

In the fall the band marched in parades and played at school functions. In the fall we marched an indoor drumline show. I also taught drums in Rock Band classes. See Mark R's full profile

Sunland, CA

Drum Teacher

19 years playing experience, 8 years teaching experience with all levels from beginner to pro. Associates degree in drum set performance from Musicians Institute plus private lessons with some of the greatest teachers including: Tommy Igoe,... See Robbie's full profile

Los Angeles, CA

Drum Set, Piano and Percussion Instruction

Many of these years have included percussion workshops for teens at risk, behavioral issues, special-ed, and autism. For youngsters, I've developed a unique color coded system which makes learning to drum fun and simple. I teach in a... See Joe's full profile

Santa Barbara, CA

Tutoring gets results!

I have played drums for over 8 years and have recorded one full album with a band called The Royal Heartz in Los Angeles. I do have several music videos and samples. See Gazi's full profile

Burbank, CA

DRUM LESSONS (Have fun perfecting the art of hitting things).

Working on the right things in specific ways is the key to making progress. Imagine easily being able to play the drums to songs you love, or performing an amazing drum solo. You can make it happen with the proper strategy. That’s... See Stefano's full profile

El Cajon, CA

Drummer with 20+ Years experience

I have played drums for over 20 years. I have experience with playing various genres of music that require vast changes in the playability of each drum. I can play on full drum set that requires knowledge on handling and... See Ishmael's full profile

Study Drums with Professional Multi-Instrumentalist Artist and Teacher

In the US, I played with The Crossroads, also collaborated with artists in stylistically varied performances from jazz to rock. I taught drums as a faculty member at Quincy Point Music Academy and A Street Music in Quincy. I now teach in my... See Bulent's full profile

ASCAP Recording Musician with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

...dance music, and other acts. Access to a full Yamaha Stage Custom kit for online lessons as well as Yamaha Portable Digital Drums for in-person.... See Nathan's full profile

Master of Music

I have played the drums for over 20 years, earning a Master of Music and having approximately 1,000 concert performances. In my time, I have studied with a host of incredible drummers and percussionists such as Johnny Vidacovich, Ricky... See Joey's full profile

Drummer of 15+ Years With Summa Cum Laude Music Degree

...GRAMMY-winning Latin jazz drummer). I've taught private drum lessons from students aged 7-67. I've played drums at venues as big as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.... See Chandler's full profile

Beginner Drum Instructor

I've taught numerous beginner students to play the drums over the years. I can teach basic drum performance. The drums however are not my primary instrument / primary area of expertise. See Marcelo's full profile

10 Years Drums Performance / Instruction

Starting in the Boston Music Scene, I performed and toured with bands on drums all along the east coast. I have played drumset in rock bands, orchestral percussion, and jazz drums in the House of Blues on Fenway. I have given... See Christian's full profile

B.M Percussion Performance with 4+ Years Drum Set/Percussion Teaching

I have experience teaching both private and group lessons on drum set and general percussion at various local music studios. I was also a substitute teacher for a college Percussion Lab course and beginning band teacher for a local... See Eric's full profile

Pro Drummer with 13+ Years of Experience on Stage and in Studio

I’ve been performing, recording, and teaching drums and percussion professionally for nearly 14 years, and have performed throughout the U.S. and Europe in wide-ranging settings—jazz, rock, pop, experimental, improvised music—as well... See Griffin's full profile

Professional drummer for over 40 years

I play drumkit, usually a 4-piece kit. I play openhanded on a right-handed kit. I concentrate first on teaching the snare drum rudiments and reading drum charts. The key to drumming is keeping it simple. See Tom's full profile

BA in Classical Percussion, MA in Jazz Drumset in progress

I have studied snare drum, marimba, vibraphone, timpani, drum set, various auxiliary percussion instruments, piano, and jazz composition. These studies have prepared me to teach general musical skills including but not limited to... See Jacobo's full profile

Experienced Drummer Offering Professional Drum Lessons

With over 28 years of playing and studying drums, I bring a wealth of experience to my teaching. I have been performing and touring professionally for the last 17 years, and my extensive background as a session drummer has seen me... See Kevin's full profile

Drums and Marimba Tutor w/ PhD & 30 yrs exp as Prof of Percussion

Dr. Marc W serves as a Professor of Percussion. He has performed and presented for a variety of notable organizations such as the Lincoln Center Institute, the Percussion Arts Society, and the Charles Ives Center for New Music. He was a founding... See Marc's full profile

Top Drumset Candidate at University of Miamis Frost School of Music

I have been playing drumset for over 7 years. These past two years I have been using a lot of my time working on my musical and technical skills regarding drumset at the Interlochen Arts Academy Highschool. I achieved the presidential scholarship... See George's full profile