ABOUT OUR DRUM LESSONS
The Hilliard Music Academy offers the most comprehensive drum lessons in Hilliard, Ohio! Our drum instructors teach multiple styles, including, but not limited to, blues, funk, jazz, rock, and metal. Drum language can be complex, and our teachers will challenge any drummer with a variety of technical exercises designed to improve your skills. Students can bring in their favorite songs and riffs to learn in their lessons, and theory is encouraged. Many of our students play in local bands, as well as in their schools’ marching and orchestral bands.
You don’t have to purchase a drum kit to take lessons! Beginning students can learn with an inexpensive drum pad and sticks. At their lessons, students can use our drum sets and don’t have to bring anything else aside from their own sticks and their lesson book.
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WHY CHOOSE US FOR DRUM LESSONS?
THE MOST QUALIFIED Drum and Percussion FACULTY IN COLUMBUS, OHIO
We have many university trained teachers on staff and all of our instructors are background-checked, and have professional performance experience. Our teachers are patient, friendly, and dedicated to helping you achieve your musical goals.
UNLIMITED MAKE UP LESSONS AND FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
We offer unlimited make up lessons, so you'll never need to worry about missing classes or needing to reschedule! With music lessons available 5 days a week from early in the afternoon to late in the evening, we are sure to have a time slot that works with your schedule.
A PROVEN TRACK RECORD
We are Columbus, Ohio’s largest private music school, with locations in Hilliard, Lewis Center, Dublin and Powell. We teach over 1,100 students each week between all of our schools. But don’t just take our word for it - check out any of our 50+ five-star reviews on Facebook and Google!
CONVENIENT LOCATION
Conveniently located in Hilliard, Ohio, we’re only minutes away from students in Hilliard, Dublin, and Upper Arlington.
Professional Office Staff 5 Days a Week
Many music studio desks are staffed by the teacher/owner or more commonly, an answering machine. We have full-time team members at the front desk who are available to assist you from 12:30pm-8:30pm Monday through Friday.
FREE RECITALS AND PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Unlike other schools in Columbus, we offer free recitals and other performance opportunities! Our recitals are low pressure, fun, and completely free, and are a wonderful way for students to build confidence and to show off their hard work.
LEVEL UP: MUSIC ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
Through our Level Up Motivational Program, our students climb from Levels 1 through 10, earning certificates, medals, and other accolades. Think of this as a martial arts black belt program, but for music lessons! This nationally recognized program is completely free (and optional) for Academy students of all ages and has the structure many students need. Our students have never been more motivated to master their instrument!
MONTH TO MONTH LESSONS
We understand that sometimes life happens and schedules change, so we don’t have any binding, long-term contracts. We only require a 30 day notice to stop lessons.
What our students and parents are saying about US
““Our kids love their teachers and are having a great time learning””
““My teacher couldn’t be better! She is wonderful and good at what she does.””
““My 8 year old daughter now has a love for music. Her teacher is friendly, fun, and most importantly patient. I love watching them interact when I peek in on their lessons””
How DRUM lessons work
1. Start with a trial lesson
Choose a time that works for you using our easy online scheduler and book a 30-minute introductory lesson. It’s a relaxed way to meet your teacher, share your goals, and see what lessons are like before getting started.
2. Experience the academy Approach
During your introductory lesson, you’ll experience what makes our academy different. Our teachers focus on building connections, making learning engaging, and creating an experience students look forward to each week.
3. Start Your Musical Journey
Once enrolled, you’ll join our community of students. We provide the path, the grit-building challenges, and the joyful performance opportunities that help every student grow and shine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Here’s everything you need to feel confident getting started.
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Most students are ready to begin drum lessons around age 6. At this age, children typically have the coordination, focus, and ability to follow instruction needed to be successful in a private lesson setting.
For younger children (ages 3–5), we recommend starting with our early childhood program, which builds the foundational skills—rhythm, listening, and coordination—that prepare them for instruments like drums.
Every child develops at their own pace, so if you’re unsure, we’re happy to help you decide if your child is ready.
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You don’t need a drum set to start lessons. Many students start out on a practice pad with drum sticks. Once you become more advance your teacher can give you specific recommendations on what to purchase based on your goals and budget.
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No problem at all. We offer unlimited makeup lessons with 24 hours’ notice — just give us notice and we'll find another time that works. We understand that life happens and we never penalize families for it.
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No long-term contracts, ever. We operate on a month-to-month basis and only require 30 days notice to pause or stop lessons.
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All styles — classical, pop, jazz, film music, you name it. Our faculty is diverse enough that we can match you with a teacher who specializes in what excites you most, from rock to jazz and more.
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Tuition rates vary by lesson length. Visit our Tuition Rates page for full pricing, or call us and we'll walk you through the options that fit your budget.
Start your musical journey today
Book a trial lesson and join over a thousand Columbus families making music at our Academies each week!
No long-term commitment. Just a great first step.