Learn from Great Snare Drum Teachers

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.

Hello, I'm Matthew, a passionate drummer with over 22 years of experience, from Canada I started drumming at 12 years old, I have been providing drum set and snare instruction for almost 12 years. I focus on the art of using particular ideas and concepts to students to improve their drumming and drum set understanding.

I am a classically trained percussionist and a graduate of The Juilliard School, currently based in Hungary where I teach at a music school and maintain an active performing career. I’ve had the privilege of performing with orchestras and ensembles around the world, including appearances at venues like Carnegie Hall or Concertgebouw Amsterdam as well as collaborating with members…

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.

Hello! My name is Jose Castillo. Here is a little back story about myself. I've been playing drums since I was 11 years old. I was 1st chair in my percussion class through middle school. Won band student of the year, went to solo and ensemble all the way through high school. I went to state solo and ensemble my junior and senior year. In high school I played in marching band.

Based in New York City, I perform regularly and teach music privately. I have toured nationally as a sideman with several acts and taught internationally at the collegiate level. With over a decade of teaching experience in a variety of settings, I have been able to see many of my students achieve their aspirations.

Recognized as one of the most outstanding percussionists of her generation, Michelle has collaborated regularly with the Orchestra of the Teatro de Bellas Artes since 2017, performing in numerous opera and ballet productions under the baton of some of the most renowned conductors in the field.

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'm an Oakland, CA native and have been playing the drumset for 20 years. I'm incredibly passionate about it and love what I do. Currently I'm part of numerous original music projects as well as freelancing and teaching. I've toured the U.S. and internationally playing Jazz, Rock, and tons of orignal music.

I am a classically trained percussionist with a Master of Music from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Music from Central Michigan University. My performance background includes regular appearances with the Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra and the Michigan Sinfonietta Orchestra.