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Grow your skills with the guidance of a great Percussion teacher. Explore live online Percussion lessons, group classes, and self-paced courses — all led by qualified teachers and reviewed by your fellow students.
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Discover experienced, passionate Percussion teachers to help you reach your next level.

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Sean Shea

Sean Shea

Teacher of the Year for Songwriting - Lessonface 2025 New Students - Buy 5, Get 1 Lesson Free 🎁 Songwriters: Stumped by creative block? Check out my FREE workshop Jan.
$42.00 / 30 min
5.0 (32)
Nicole Cognato

Nicole Cognato

Nicole grew up in a small town on Long Island, New York. She had an active young mind with a love for music and rhythm. Luckily, she began her musical journey with private piano lessons at age five. Having lessons this young certainly helped her understand the student experience of learning how to use your skills and discipline to be successful as a musician.
$30.00 / 30 min
Alison Ervin

Alison Ervin

Overall Teacher of the Year on Lessonface! Alison holds a Masters in Music Ed. Fun, experienced & patient teacher. Alison has taught over 20,000 lessons in various instruments and voice to over 550 students in private lessons and small groups, in person and online. Her students range from age 3 through adults. Alison is the co-owner of Strand Studios in NJ.
$30.00 / 30 min
5.0 (353)
Facundo Alvarez

Facundo Alvarez

For 20 years I have dedicated myself to developing educational and recreational proposals that have the objective of facilitating access to people of all ages to learn percussion, so that they can learn to make music with various percussion instruments.
$30.00 / 60 min
5.0 (14)
 
Derrick Raiter
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Derrick has been working with my son for a couple years now and he has learned so much. His confidence and love of music has grown in no small part due to Derrick's guidance.
— Chad K.

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Great Percussion Teachers

Through our longstanding commitment to treat teachers equitably, we work with phenomenal instructors — including members of the MET Orchestra, Juilliard and Berklee alumni, GRAMMY® winners and nominees, and many other professional educators.
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What is the best method for learning Percussion ?

We're biased, of course, but at Lessonface we believe the best way to learn Percussion is through one-on-one lessons. Personalized instruction means your teacher can tailor every lesson to your goals, learning style, and skill level. Online group classes can also be a great way to make learning fun and social. Learning Percussion online makes it easy to stay consistent, which is essential to steady progress.

There are plenty of apps and YouTube videos out there to help with learning Percussion, but most teachers agree that those resources work best as supplements to, not replacements for, one-on-one instruction. A skilled Percussion teacher can identify bad habits before they become ingrained, help you focus on what matters most, and solve problems as soon as they arise, often saving you months of frustration and wasted practice time. The bottom line? A real teacher accelerates your progress and keeps you on the right path from day one.

How do online Percussion lessons work?
Online lessons are effective, affordable, and accessible. Lessonface qualifies teachers in over 300 music, language, and arts subjects, including Percussion. Students can browse teachers' profiles, send them messages, and book lessons securely through Lessonface. Lessons happen via Zoom links that are securely generated for each lesson, and can be easily recorded by the teacher. Recordings, notes, and attachments can all be accessed from within the Lessonface dashboard. Lessons can be booked one at a time, in packages, or by subscription to save a spot on the teacher's calendar. Lessonface hosts recitals, open mics, group classes, and self-paced courses too. Registering an account is free so it's easy to get started reaching out to find your ideal instructor. Contact us with any further questions!
How do I find the best teacher for me for Percussion lessons?

With over 100 qualified Percussion teachers who have together earned an average of 5 out of 5 stars over 21 lesson reviews by verified students, you can be sure to find a great instructor at Lessonface.

Lessonface offers free tools to help you find the ideal tutor for you or your family:

  1. Use the open filtering system
  2. Use our matching service to describe your background, scheduling preferences, and any particular goals, and qualified Percussion teachers will respond.

You can view teachers' bios, accolades, rates, send them a message and book lessons from their profiles.

Many teachers offer a free trial, and you can book lessons one at a time until you decide you prefer to book a bundle or subscribe, so don't hesitate to try. Teachers may also offer group classes, self-paced courses, and downloadable content, so there are more ways to get started while you're still getting acquainted with the community.

How much do Percussion lessons cost?
Percussion teachers on Lessonface set their own rates. Rates are displayed on the teachers' profile pages and in the checkout process prior to booking. Teachers may choose to change their rates for new bookings, and students will always be notified prior to making payment. The average paid for a Percussion lesson on Lessonface in the past 12 months was $39.21. The average paid for a Percussion lesson 5 years ago was $31.24. Some Percussion teachers offer a free trial lesson to new students, which are not factored into the average prices.
How does payment work for Percussion lessons?
There is no fee until you book your first paid lesson. Many teachers offer free trial lessons. Students can opt to book one a time, or purchase lesson packages or subscriptions for scheduling convenience, and, depending on the teachers, a discount. Payment can be made by credit card or Paypal. Lessons booked with a subscription are pre-paid three days before the end of the month for lessons that are scheduled for the following month. Subscription payments can only be made by credit card (not Paypal). Teachers receive their payment after the lesson has been completed.