Learn from Great Snare Drum Teachers

As a professional musician and educator with 30 years of performance experience, my mission is to help students unlock their full rhythmic and artistic potential through a holistic approach to music. Today, my strengths as an instructor lie in my ability to bridge the gap between rigorous classical discipline and the dynamic adaptability required in modern commercial music.

I have been teaching music for over twelve years, and love teaching as much as music itself. As someone who started late (began drumming at age 16), and quickly progressed from complete beginner to obtaining my music degree from nationally ranked CSU Northridge's jazz program, to making a full-time career as a performing and session musician in Los Angeles, I can speak from…

I am a professional touring and recording drummer and educator with over 20 years of experience performing, recording, and teaching. I graduated from Berklee College of Music with an Associate degree in Percussion and Contemporary Music.

Professional drummer, producer, and published author based in Los Angeles. I’ve recorded over 500 songs across major label, indie, TV/film projects, and for artists including Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers, and Demi Lovato. I’m also the author of five internationally distributed drum method books, published by Hal Leonard, Alfred, and Hudson Music.

With over a decade of experience behind the kit, Rosco Charles is a dynamic and versatile drummer known for his explosive energy on stage, musical sensitivity, and powerful groove. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, Rosco brings a unique blend of technical skill, showmanship, and passion to every performance – whether it’s in front of a festival crowd or in a classroom full of…

Hello there! My name is Ben Pham. I am a professional musician based in Los Angeles, CA. I've toured the U.S. and internationally as a musician and have 19 years of teaching experience. I've worked with many artists in a variety of different genres including Brook Wood (The Voice S27), Burna Boy, Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Scott Bradlee's "Postmodern Jukebox on Deck", Michael Lee…

Hi, I'm Kevin, a passionate drummer with a Master's in Jazz Studies and years of professional experience. As a dedicated percussionist, I bring a dynamic approach to drumming, blending jazz, rock, and fusion styles to create a unique learning experience.

Hi, I’m Travis Sykes — a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and music educator with over a decade of real-world experience. I hold a Bachelor of Musical Arts in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music, where I studied under department chairs in Songwriting, Harmony, and Bass Guitar, and attended masterclasses with legends like James Taylor, Paul Simon, and Victor Wooten.

I help adult beginners, returning drummers, and developing players build strong hands, cleaner rebound, steadier timing, and real rudimental control. Lessons are clear, encouraging, and structured, whether you are starting from zero on a practice pad or cleaning up technique you already have.

I am a classically trained total percussionist. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Fayetteville State University and a Master's Degree in Music Performance from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). I have over 10 years of educational experience ranging from the collegiate classroom at Johnson C Smith University to private instruction at Charlotte Music School,…