Drum and percussion lessons in Orange County and online

Find your groove on drums.

Fun, rhythm packed drum lessons for kids, teens, adults, and seniors on hand drums like djembes and tubanos, our electronic drum kit, shakers, and more. We play along with the music you love and build a strong sense of rhythm along the way.

A smiling teacher playing a bright green snare drum with her hands

all ages, all levels, all abilities!

what you'll play

Your playlist is the lesson plan.

Bring the songs you love and you will learn to play along with them. We build the beats, fills, and timing that make every new song easier.

Pop hitsMovie songsClassic rockLatin rhythmsHip hop beatsWorship songsFunk and groovesThe song stuck in your head

no nerves needed

Your first drum lesson

1

We get to know you

What music do you love? Hand drums or the electronic kit? Played before? Your teacher listens first.

2

You play right away

Hands on a djembe or sticks in hand in the first few minutes, playing a simple beat along with a song.

3

You leave with a plan

One beat to practice at home and a clear next step, so the week between lessons feels doable.

Our electronic drum kit at the OC Music Services studio, seen from the drummer’s seat

What drum builds

Drumming asks your whole body to work together while you keep steady time. It is a full body workout for coordination and focus, and one of the best ways to let off steam.

Coordination

Hands and feet each learn their own part.

Timing

Keeping a steady beat sharpens focus and listening.

Energy release

A healthy, joyful way to burn off energy and stress.

Playing with others

Drumming is made for sharing. Jam along with friends, family, and your teacher.

Drum lessons for every age and every ability

Little ones

Ages 4 to 6. Djembes, tubanos, shakers, and rhythm games.

Kids and teens

Learn the beats from the songs they love.

Adults

Always wanted to play? Total beginners welcome.

65 and up

Hand drums and percussion keep you moving and grooving.

Every learner

Patient, flexible teaching for students who learn differently.

Private lessons Buddy lessons for 2 to 3 30, 45, or 60 minutes In studio or online
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Drum questions

Do I need drums at home?

Not to start. A hand drum like a djembe, or a practice pad and sticks, is plenty. If you fall in love with it, an electronic kit with headphones is a great quiet option.

Will it be too loud for my home?

Practice pads and electronic kits with headphones make drumming neighbor friendly.

What age can my child start drums?

Kids can start around 4 or 5 on hand drums like djembes and tubanos. Older kids, teens, and adults can add our electronic drum kit.

What drums do you use?

Mostly hand drums like djembes and tubanos, plus shakers, other percussion, and an electronic drum kit. We are not a big rock drum studio. We play drums because they are fun and they build great rhythm.

Do I need to read music?

No. We add drum notation when you are ready, step by step.

Do online drum lessons work?

Yes, with a hand drum or practice pad and a phone or laptop camera.

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Book a first drum lesson.

Call (949) 591-3875 or tell us a little below. New spots open often, and we will find a time that works.


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