Dixboro Music Academy · Ann Arbor, MI

Drum Lessons in Ann Arbor, MI

Private, one-on-one drum lessons for kids, teens, and adults, focused on rhythm, coordination, and real playing skills.

Whether you’re just getting started or working on timing, speed, and technique, our teachers give you a clear, structured path forward. Students come to our Plymouth Rd studio from Ann Arbor, Superior Township, Ypsilanti, Saline, and Pittsfield Township.

  • Kids, teens & adults
  • Beginner to advanced
  • Private one-on-one lessons

Book Your Drum Lesson

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Drum teacher showing a young student on an electronic drum kit during a lesson in Ann Arbor MI
All Levels

Private Drum Lessons for All Ages

Every lesson is designed around your experience level and goals. Beginners focus on rhythm, coordination, and basic patterns, while more advanced students work on speed, control, and stylistic playing.

With one-on-one instruction, students build strong fundamentals and improve consistently over time.

What You’ll Learn

  • Basic drum beats and rhythm patterns
  • Stick control and technique
  • Reading drum notation
  • Coordination between hands and feet
  • Playing along with songs
  • Timing and groove development
All Ages

Drum Lessons for Kids, Teens, and Adults

We work with beginners through advanced students. Younger students build coordination and timing early, while older students can focus on improving technique, speed, and musicality.

Kids Usually 30 min
Teens 30–45 min
Adults 45–60 min
How It Works

Simple, Structured, and Consistent

Most students take one lesson per week. Consistency is key, and our teachers keep students on track with clear weekly goals and guidance.

Rock, Pop & More

Learn to Play Real Music

Learn to play along with real songs in styles like rock, pop, and more. Lessons are tailored to your goals while keeping a structured path for improvement.

Rock Pop And more

Timing & Groove

Play with a steady beat, lock in with the music, and develop your own groove.

Stick Control & Coordination

Build clean technique and coordination between your hands and feet.

Reading rhythms, too. Students learn to read drum notation so they can pick up new songs and grooves faster.
Why Us

Why Choose Dixboro Music Academy?

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Private, one-on-one drum lessons

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Experienced, professional teachers

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Flexible weekly scheduling

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Convenient Ann Arbor location

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Structured approach that builds real skills

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Areas We Serve

Our Ann Arbor studio welcomes drum students from across the area.

Start Drum Lessons in Ann Arbor Today

Getting started is simple. Book your first lesson and we’ll match you with a teacher who fits your schedule and goals.

Instructor guiding student on an electronic drum kit in a music room