Drums Lessons In The Comfort Of Your Home

  • No fighting traffic, we come to you!
  • Lessons offered 9am-9pm, 7 days a week
  • Experienced, knowledgeable, passionate teachers
  • Lessons for all ages and skill levels
  • 30-60 minutes sessions
  • Your availability is our priority
  • Free recitals

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You know it’s time to get the children started with in-home private music lessons. Maybe the lessons are for you, how about the whole family? You’re smart enough to know that music lessons are important but what about finding a teacher? Do you call a music store? Will their teacher be right for you? Then there’s the getting there; the traffic, hauling the kids back and forth, what about dinner? Yeah – Right! Like that’s going to happen. You don’t need lessons with just any ol’ teacher, especially a task master, intimidating, practice demanding monster that bores students. What you’re looking for is an engaged, fun, well-educated, motivational, big smiling and super excited personality that loves teaching Music. A teacher who makes lessons fun. You already know what you need. You need Lessons in Your Home-the music teachers who come to your home or school to teach fun, private music lessons. Their teachers constantly think of great ways to motivate every student. They turn students into dazzling musicians ready to break out a song and share their talents with the world. Now you’re saying “Hey, this could work” Lessons in your Home teaches piano, Drums, voice, violin, in fact they teach every music instrument you could think of. Getting started is as easy as 1,2,3. 

  1. Give Lessons in your home a call or email
  2. They’ll ask important questions about each student ensuring a teacher that’s best for you 
  3. Schedule and start your lessons. What are you waiting for? Start Lessons now with Lessons in Your Home!

Get Private Drums Lessons Across the Nation With Our Drums Teachers

At Lessons In Your Home, we are proud to offer expert instruction to budding musicians across the nation. Our highly skilled Drums teachers specialize in nurturing young talent, providing lessons that are tailored to each child’s unique learning style and musical interests. Whether your child is picking up a Drums for the first time or looking to enhance their skills, our instructors are passionate about creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. With us, your child’s musical journey is in expert hands, ensuring they not only learn, but also love every strum along the way.

Ben Tufts

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Drums, Percussion

Ben Tufts has played over six hundred shows in the past four years, with over sixty bands and artists, covering most of the continental U.S. 2017 marks his eighteenth year teaching orchestral percussion, drum-set, piano, and electric bass in the DC metro area. A self-described musical omnivore, Tufts's holi...

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Carson Moody

Instrument(s): Drums, Percussion, Piano

City: Denver

Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, Carson Moody enjoys teaching diverse individuals of all ages and backgrounds with a strong belief that music is a tool that can be used to benefit all of society. In spreading the joy of music to others, he hopes that it will bring a heightened sense of mindfulness, collaborative ef...

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Taylor Frederick

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Singing, Voice

City: Denver

Taylor is a 2013 Music Industry graduate of The State University of New
York at Oneonta, and has since relocated to Colorado's thriving music
scene. He brings together a plethora of multi-genre capabilities, and
musical prowess on multiple instruments including guitar, bass,
drums/percussion, and voic...

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Harlan Smyth is a friend to all those who wish to learn. Having taken lessons since the age of 6, Harlan has run the gambit of instructors. Starting with the guitar at 6, he learned what he sought in a music teacher. At 10 years old, he picked up the flute and never looked back. Learning from the lovely Aliso...

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Riley Merlino

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Drums, Guitar, Ukulele

City: Seattle

Riley Merlino is a guitarist, bassist, drummer, songwriter, producer and engineer born in Tacoma, WA and raised in Woodinville, WA. He started playing drums at age 10 after his dad showed him Led Zeppelin and he saw the movie School of Rock. He then began playing guitar at the age of 14, to be able to write r...

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Jermaine Rand

City: Atlanta

The grandson of a first generation rock n' roll guitarist and vocalist and son of a prominent gospel singer; Jermaine Rand was a true musical devotee spending most of his youth performing in every available outlet of his Raleigh, NC, hometown.

After receiving his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the Universit...

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Madeleine Conti

Instrument(s): Drums, Percussion, Piano

City: Atlanta

Madeleine Conti currently attends the Georgia State University School
of Music, where she is a University Scholar Assistant and a Robert
Swiatek Memorial Scholarship recipient. She is in her fourth year of
studying Music Performance with a concentration in percussion. During
high school, she performed...

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Helen Whitehorn

Instrument(s): Drums, Piano

Helen Whitehorn is a passionate music teacher, working with students of all ages for over 25 years.
At an early age, Helen began performing on stage playing drums in her father's jazz band. By the age of 12 she began formal classical piano lessons throughout middle and high school, earning distinctions in th...

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Jessica Clemente

Instrument(s): Drums, Percussion, Piano, Voice

Jessica loves teaching voice, piano, and percussion! Jessica earned her Master of Arts in Jazz Studies at Georgia State University in 2021 and graduated with Masters in History-Documental Heritage of Music at San Geronimo de la Habana College in 2015. As a Music teacher, Jessica has taught at Music Conservat...

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Zheanna Huff

Instrument(s): Drums, Percussion, Piano, Singing, Voice

City: Seattle

Zheanna Huff is a composer, producer, music theorist, visual artist, and multi-instrumentalist with a Bachelors degree in Music Composition from Indiana State University. Zheanna is incredibly passionate about music education and seeks to empower every student to create, express, and cultivate a lifelong joy ...

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When you call Lessons In Your Home…

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After answering any questions you might have, we’ll pair you with a local teacher that best matches your age, schedule, skill level, and goals.

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… and then we’ll schedule your first month of lessons!

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First Lesson Guarantee — If you don’t LOVE your first lesson we can pair you with a teacher that better fits your situation. Or you can even cancel and pay us nothing.

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Why Should A Student Take Drums Lessons?

Embarking on Drums lessons at Lessons In Your Home is more than just learning notes and melodies; it’s diving into a world where creativity meets expression in one of the most accessible and influential musical forms. Drums lessons offer a dynamic platform for students to express themselves, harness their creativity, and gain confidence in their musical abilities. Each practice session provides not only a step closer to mastering their craft but also strengthens cognitive skills, enhances coordination, and boosts self-confidence.

The Drums is uniquely versatile, resonating across countless genres such as rock, blues, pop, and folk, making it an instrument—or form of expression—that adapts to any student’s musical tastes and aspirations. Students learn to navigate diverse musical landscapes, which enriches their understanding of music and broadens their cultural appreciation. Moreover, learning the Drums can be a profound way to connect with others, providing a common language that transcends words.

Our Drums lessons are designed with the student’s personal growth in mind. Our experienced instructors are committed to crafting engaging, customized lesson plans that motivate and inspire. Whether the goal is to perform at a gathering, join an ensemble, or simply enjoy private moments of musical creativity, Drums lessons at Lessons In Your Home pave the way for a fulfilling and lifelong musical journey.

Drums Lessons Tailored for Kids

At Lessons In Your Home, we specialize in making Drums lessons for kids not just educational, but a total blast. Our core belief is that learning an instrument—or voice—should be fun, engaging, and an essential part of developing a child’s creative expression and personality. We recognize that each child is unique, and that’s why our lessons are custom-designed to fit individual interests and learning styles. From rock to pop, from blues to folk, our instructors tailor the content to include music genres that resonate and excite our students, ensuring they stay passionate and motivated.

Our teaching approach is crafted to be light-hearted and enjoyable. We begin with simple techniques and quickly progress to performing full songs, enabling children to see their improvements and maintain excitement about their musical journey. This method not only keeps the lessons enjoyable but also lays a solid foundation for musical skill and personal confidence. For children eager to show off their newfound talents, we provide opportunities to perform in recitals and other events, giving them a platform to shine and experience the excitement of live performance.

Understanding the hectic schedules of modern families, we prioritize convenience without compromising the quality of our music education. Our instructors come directly to your home, eliminating the need for you to deal with traffic or scheduling conflicts. We align our sessions with your family’s routine, ensuring that your child’s music education integrates smoothly into your daily life. This commitment to accommodating family needs makes our Drums lessons a harmonious addition to your child’s development, both as a musician and as a thriving young individual.

Benefits of Drums Lessons for Students

Drums lessons offer far more than just musical skills; they provide a gateway to personal development and self-expression that can shape a child’s life. At Lessons In Your Home, we’ve witnessed firsthand how learning the Drums can empower young minds, fostering a belief in themselves that they can achieve anything they set their minds to. This confidence, born in music lessons, often carries through to all areas of their lives, helping them to face challenges with resilience and determination.

Drums Develops Coordination & Cognition
For many children, the Drums is not only an instrument or artistic outlet but a tool for growth. As they learn to synchronize their playing with rhythm and technique, they enhance their sensory motor skills, timing, and musical awareness. This coordination is crucial, not just for music, but for developing cognitive abilities that aid in all academic areas. The act of reading music and translating it into movement—whether with fingers, hands, or breath—activates diverse parts of the brain, improving focus and critical thinking skills. This cognitive stimulation is wrapped in the joy of music, making it a pleasurable and enriching experience.

Practicing Drums Helps with Creativity & Expression
Drums lessons are a canvas for creative expression. They allow students to convey emotions and tell their stories through music, whether they’re learning their first song or composing original material. This artistic outlet is vital for emotional health and develops a sense of identity and personal voice. As students perform and share their music, they gain confidence and self-esteem. Our instructors nurture this process, guiding each student to find their unique sound in a supportive and encouraging environment.

The Transformative Impact of Music
There’s a transformative power in music that has been part of Lessons In Your Home’s story from the beginning. We believe that learning the Drums—or any musical practice—is not just about acquiring a skill but about opening doors to new possibilities. A personal story from our community involves a young student who, through Drums lessons, overcame shyness and learned to stand confidently on stage, a skill that translated into public speaking and leadership in school. Such stories are common in our experience, highlighting how Drums lessons can be a cornerstone for lifelong confidence and success.
Encourage your child to pursue the Drums, and watch as they develop not only musically but in their entire outlook on what they can achieve. Let’s make the world a more harmonious place, one Drums lesson at a time.

What Do You Need for Your First Drums Lesson?

Here’s what you’ll need to get off to a great start. First and foremost, you’ll need a Drums-appropriate setup. While any basic equipment or space for practicing will do, the choice of style or model is entirely up to you—whether it’s a traditional instrument, microphone, or a digital alternative.
Don’t worry about sheet music or lesson books; our teachers will bring all the necessary educational materials to your lesson. However, one often-overlooked item is a music stand. A good music stand will hold your music at eye level, making it easier to read while you play or sing, and keeping your materials neatly organized. With these items in hand, you’re all set for a successful first Drums lesson. Let the music begin!

Get Started Today with Drums Lessons!

Kickstart your child’s Drums journey right from the comfort of your own home with Lessons In Your Home. We’re passionate about delivering Drums lessons that are not only convenient but also deeply engaging and perfectly suited to your child’s individual style and pace. Our home-based lessons mean no travel hassles and a seamless fit into your daily schedule, allowing your child to learn in the familiar and relaxed environment of your home.
Is your child excited to explore the world of Drums? Reach out to us now to book their first lesson. Our dedicated team is eager to connect your child with an instructor who will inspire and guide them every step of the way. Let’s transform your living room into a stage for musical growth and discovery!

Drums Lesson FAQs

What equipment do we need to start drum lessons at home?

To get started, your child doesn’t technically need a full drum kit. A simple practice pad and a pair of drumsticks are perfect for beginners. These are quiet, affordable, and great for learning basic rhythms, stick control, and coordination. As your child progresses, we’ll help you decide if and when to upgrade to a full acoustic or electronic drum set based on their interest, space, and your budget.

Are drum lessons loud? Will it be too noisy at home?

Great question! When starting with a practice pad or an electronic kit, noise really isn’t an issue. Even with an acoustic set, we can suggest ways to keep the volume down, like using mesh heads, mute pads, or placing the set in a quieter part of the house. Our instructors are great at helping families find a balance that works.

What will my child learn in drum lessons?

Drum lessons start with the basics: how to hold the sticks, play steady beats, and follow simple rhythms. From there, students learn how to read basic drum notation, play along with music, and explore different styles like rock, pop, and even marching band. We make it fun, hands-on, and just the right pace for your child.

What’s the difference between acoustic and electronic drum sets?

Acoustic drums are the traditional loud ones you’ve probably seen on stage. Electronic drum sets use rubber or mesh pads and headphones, which makes them much quieter and great for homes or apartments. Both work well for lessons, and we’ll help you figure out what’s best for your space and your child’s needs.

How do I know if my child is ready to start drum lessons?

If your child can follow simple instructions, stay focused for 30 minutes, and shows interest in music (or loves tapping on things!), they’re probably ready. Most kids start around ages 6 to 7, but we’ve seen younger learners succeed with the right support and structure.

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