Private one-on-one instruction for all ages and skill levels at the Evendale Cultural Arts Center
All styles — rock, jazz, funk, blues, pop, Latin, and more. From your first beat to advanced techniques.
Audition prep, snare, tenors, bass drum. Get ready for school marching band and drumline.
Keyboard percussion fundamentals and technique for concert band and solo performance.
Congas, bongos, djembe, tambourine, and auxiliary percussion for any musical setting.
First-timers welcome. Patient, encouraging instruction that builds confidence.
It's never too late to start. Flexible scheduling for busy professionals.
Complete beginners to advanced players looking to refine their technique.
Lessons take place in a professional studio with quality equipment in a dedicated music education facility. This isn't someone's garage — it's a real arts center designed for learning.
Cincinnati • Evendale • Blue Ash • Wyoming • Springdale • Sharonville • Sycamore Township • Montgomery • Kenwood • Madeira • Indian Hill • Loveland • Mason • Milford • Maineville • West Chester • Fairfield • Hyde Park
Got questions about drum lessons? Here are answers to what students and parents ask most often.
Most beginners can play basic rock beats within 2-3 months of weekly lessons. Developing solid technique and sight-reading ability typically takes 1-2 years of consistent practice. Every student progresses at their own pace.
Children can begin drum lessons as young as 5 years old. At NowDrum, we specialize in making lessons fun and engaging for young students, including those with ADHD and learning differences.
No! Our Evendale studio is fully equipped with professional gear. However, having a practice pad at home ($20-40) will help you progress faster between lessons.
Absolutely! Many of our students are adults - whether picking up drums for the first time or returning after years away. It's never too late to learn drums.
NowDrum serves all of Greater Cincinnati including Evendale, Blue Ash, Mason, West Chester, Montgomery, Kenwood, Sharonville, Loveland, and surrounding areas.
We offer specialized preparation for DCI (Drum Corps International) and winter drumline auditions, focusing on technique, sight-reading, and audition-specific skills. Chris has over 20 years of experience preparing students for competitive drumming.
Contact Chris to discuss your goals and schedule your first lesson.