Drum Lessons in Chicago

The amount of time it takes to learn the drums varies depending on several factors, such as your dedication, practice routine, and learning style. Generally, it takes several months of regular practice to develop the basic skills needed to play simple beats and grooves. After that, students can continue to progress and develop their skills over the years.

Becoming a proficient drummer can take several years of consistent practice and dedication, but with the proper guidance from a skilled instructor and a regular practice routine, you can see progress and improvement quickly. Our goal is to get you on stage playing with people, so even if you never played before, we can get you play drums on stage within a few weeks!

While learning to read music is not strictly necessary to play the drums, it can be very helpful, especially for more advanced playing.

In the industry, we use a form of shorthand notation called drum tablature, or “drum tabs,” which use symbols to represent different drum sounds and patterns. That being said, learning to read sheet music can help drummers understand the underlying structure of a song, which can be beneficial when working with other musicians. Additionally, reading sheet music can help you expand your musical vocabulary and become more versatile in your playing.