Private Drum Lessons in Amsterdam in a Fully Equipped Studio

From 58 € /h

Hello! 🥁🎵
Are you looking to start a new musical adventure ?
My name is Chen. I’ve been living, performing, and teaching here in Amsterdam for the last few years, and I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in jazz drums from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA).
I love diving into a massive mix of styles, blending everything from jazz and minimalism to rock, electronic music, and creative groove concept drumming. I truly believe that music lessons should be tailored to what gets you excited. Whether you want to master a solid practice pad routine, learn your favorite songs, build up your timing and coordination, or dive deep into advanced improvisation, we will design the lessons around your goals.
All ages and levels are welcome!

Let's make playing the drums fun, focused, and uniquely yours. Get in touch, and let's get started!

Extra information

I can provide drum sticks, but would appreciate the student bringing a notebook.

Location

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Around Amsterdam, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Balistraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands

NDSM-Plein, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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About Me

Hello!
Are you looking to start a new musical adventure ?
My name is Chen. I’ve been living, performing, and teaching here in Amsterdam for the last few years, and I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in jazz drums from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA).
I love diving into a massive mix of styles, blending everything from jazz and minimalism to rock, electronic music, and creative groove concept drumming. I truly believe that music lessons should be tailored to what gets you excited. Whether you want to master a solid practice pad routine, learn your favorite songs, build up your timing and coordination, or dive deep into advanced improvisation, we will design the lessons around your goals.
All ages and levels are welcome!

Let's make playing the drums fun, focused, and uniquely yours. Get in touch, and let's get started!

Education

I have dedicated over twenty years to the study of music and percussion. Following my pre-conservatory studies in Israel, I completed both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam

Experience / Qualifications

I have over 14 years of experience teaching music and drums across both private settings and established music schools, including the Amity International School, Concertino, and Lucky Beat.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Hebrew

Dutch

Skills

Drums

Rock

Jazz music

Percussion

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Drum Lessons in Amsterdam in a Fully Equipped Studio!

69 € /h

Leo

5.0

(3)

From 8 to 80, everyone can learn to play the piano. Teaching with pop music and all kinds of styles between jazz and classical music. Individual lessons of an hour or half an hour. The intention is that a pupil also learns to study and gain insight into the musical structures (simple).

Piotr

5.0

(3)

The lesson can take many shapes and forms. The main benefit of learning with a teacher, rather than from a video or a book, is that each lesson can be different and tailored to your needs!

For example, you can bring a song you're trying or want to learn (recording or sheet music/tab) and we'll work on it together. You can come with a specific problem like a part or technique you cannot get right. Maybe you are just in a place where you don't know what to do next. Don't worry, I'll help you set your musical voyage on course. Finally, if you don't want or feel like bringing anything, you just want to come and have fun playing and talking about music — that's also great!

Here are the examples of different problems I can help you solve:

• arranging songs you like on the guitar,
• improving technique by playing music you like,
• upgrading the campfire chops,
• composing indie lines and sounds, talking about pedals,
• learning to improvise,
• learning music theory,
• learning jazz standards,
• basics of recording, making demos, and backing tracks.

If you like the sound of that, send me a message! I will help you navigate the universe of music you like or hear in your head – regardless of the genre or your level of advancement.

Samuele

5.0

(3)

"Did you happen to watch "Anchorman" have a laugh about that scene, then another and only after consider the possibility of learning how to play jazz with the flute?!"
"Would you like to learn some of the basics of flute and music theory with the Johan Cruijff of the flute?"
"Did you study flute before and want to improve your fluting skills and bring them to an advanced level in this lifetime?"
"Are you looking for the right teacher for your kid to become passionate about the finest of the art forms?"
"Did you grandma play the flute and now it's the right time to pick it up yourself?"

If you fit the description you're in the right place!

FLUTE LESSONS:
- Learn the basics of the flute
- Build classical and "light" music repertoire
- Master various techniques/approaches to the instrument
- Become versatile in many genres
- Improve your improvisation skills
- Learn how to transcribe a song that you love and play it

Get a personalised plan now, drop me a message!

Philip

5.0

(3)

Hi, I'm Philip!
I'm a professional Bass player and teacher based in Amsterdam.
I have studied with some of the best teachers in Europe as well as famous bassists from the New York Jazz Scene. Besides my studies I have been actively performing, recording and teaching since age 16, which led me to play at different festivals and venues such as North Sea Jazz, JazzOpen Stuttgart, Bimhuis, DeDoelen Rotterdam.
I'm calm and easy going and I want to pass on the knowledge I got from my teachers as well as my own experience. I always focus on getting you ready or better at playing in a band, since that's what we do as bass players! I'm experienced in and open to a wide variety of styles, my specialization being Jazz.
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Electric Bass/ Bass Guitar - Double Bass - Music Theory - Rhythm - Groove - Ear Training - Sight Reading - Audition Preparation - Home Recording - Gear

---> Jazz, Pop, Rock, Soul, Funk, Hip-Hop....

---> I adapt my teaching to your level (complete beginner to advanced) as well as your goals or your style preferences.

If you're playing in a band and would like feedback we can set up a Bandcoaching, too.

César

5.0

(3)

Hey there! In my lessons, what you want is the most important. That's why we create together a plan of study with ideas, goals and subjects to reach out our dream to make music (that's also my dream)

Nevertheless, I can give you an overview of the content:

I divide the music theory in two: Technical and Musical.
Technical Theory regarding all the concepts and information related to music, and Musical Theory regarding the ideas and concepts to help us understand and improve the performance of music. Besides that, we look to harmony in a functional, rhythmical and organic way. We learn and approach music from the first lesson, looking at it from different angles (understanding rhythm and essence of a song for example). All this plus a nice diet of assignments and exercises: D

Furthermore, we put especial attention to enjoying music. That means playing but also listening music! For me, that's one of the best ways to learn :)

And of course, we learn as well by making mistakes, so at the end it's all about fun and trying things out;)

Remember: "True success isn't just getting what you want in life - it's liking what you get";)

César

Pablo

5.0

(3)

Drum and percussion classes with different methodologies depending on the student's objectives. From classes for those who start in the world of the drums to special classes of reinforcement for students who study music to a medium degree.

I offer classes at home where I will prepare the student to overcome his challenges and help him to achieve his dream of being a great musician. The students who decide to start playing will teach them from the most elementary (basic technique, musical reading, theory) to more advanced material such as musicality, learning different styles (jazz, rock, Samba, Funk, etc), improvisation, and much more.

Lessons offered in English and Spanish

Academic training:

- Asociate Degree Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Music production
- Bachelor's Degree of Jazz at CSMIB (Spain)
- Superior Degree at Professional Conservatory of Music of Gijón
- Private lessons and masterclasses with world-class drummers as Jeff Prentice, Marc Miralta, Yoran Vroom, Jack Dejohnette, Jairo Ubiaño, Dani Dominguez, and many more

Federica

5.0

(3)

Hi, I'm Federica, I am Italian, and I am a Jazz piano player and singer. I studied at the Royal Conservatory of the Hague and I just completed a master in Vocals and Piano at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I give Jazz/Pop/Classical Piano lessons but my main goal is to try to give the student a general understanding of the music to approach every style and to have fun with music! I love to work with children, I like to teach them good values like patience, self-confidence, trust, communication, and collaboration, all through music. That's what I learn every day by studying music and that's what I would like to transfer to my students. I've been told that If you have music in your life, you can't be a bad person. I believe in it.

I offer live and online lessons:
Piano
Singing
Ear Training
Technique
Improvisation
Repertoire
Music Theory

Niccolò

5.0

(3)

My teaching method is flexible and always aimed at the needs of the student.

As well as the instrument technique I would suggest an in-depth study in ear-training, theory music and repertoire. The lesson is about teaching by involving the student in a fun and well outlined path, without forgetting the joy of learning and making music.

I've being teaching saxophone, improvisation, theory music and clarinet (for beginners) for all ages and abilities for almost 10 years now and, depending on which path the student is looking for, I will be thrilled to share and pass on the knowledge I have acquired throughout my teaching and artistic career.

Aurel

5.0

(3)

Hello! My name is Aurel and I am a French Amsterdam-based drummer.

Although currently specialized in Jazz music, I have studied various esthetics, and Pop and Rock music, in particular, are part of my background (I played in several pop-rock bands). Therefore I am able to teach a broad panel of music styles. I also have many drum methods and charts at my disposal, and have experience in teaching children from the age of 6, as well as teenagers and adults.

Lessons and teaching method:
I always adapt to the student's tastes and learning profiles. This is why, during the first lesson, and on a regular basis afterwards, I always take time to discuss with my students (or their parents if they are very young) to figure out together the path they want or need to follow. I will use charts and methods for those who need visual support to assimilate the skills or teach by ear and by demonstrating to the ones who feel more comfortable this way. I also play electric guitar and can jam with my students, which is a great tool for developing band playing skills or simply to have a good time.

For those eager to make significant progress, I offer consistent and serious monitoring, with practice recommendations. I can for instance prepare a student for an audition or an entrance exam in a conservatory. If you are willing to improve your understanding of rhythm in general, you can also benefit from my knowledge of Indian Karnatic rhythm concepts, one of the most complete traditional approaches to rhythm.
Students who simply want to learn at their pace, to have fun and unwind, are definitely welcome too!

About me:
In addition to my jazz drums bachelor and master degrees from the conservatory of Amsterdam (CvA), which included a thorough pedagogical training and a specialization in Indian Karnatic techniques, I benefit from 4 years of experience as an employed drum teacher in two French associative music schools (Ecole de musique de Nangis and Conservatoire des Deux Rives, Moret-sur-Loing).

I am also an active musician, both on the Dutch and the French scene. My trio mainly tours in France and has played at venues such as the Sunside (Paris), or participated in competitions like the Keep An Eye International Jazz Award. I am also the co-leader of the sextet Chai Masters, finalist of several European competitions (Leiden Jazz Award, Golden Jazz Trophy in Lille, France, 7 Virtual Jazz Contest). Recently, the band was part of Keep An Eye The Records's finalists (March 2022). Its first album "Magic Realism" received critical acclaim in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.

Looking forward to meeting you and passing on my know-how to you!

Kristina

5.0

(3)

I have a passion for music and I want to share this passion with you! I believe that music has healing power, it brings joy, happiness, and makes your life better. So why not sing/play or write a song right now?

What do I offer?

VOCAL:
-technique
-style
-repertoire

IMPROVISATION:
-scat
-rhythm
-harmony

SONGWRITING:
-creating a melody
-harmony
-arrangement

PIANO:
-accompany yourself on piano

EAR TRAINING / MUSIC THEORY

* Side effects may include unparalleled joy, a new perspective on creativity, rejection of the predictable, and a sudden, irreversible urge to lead a more spontaneous existence.

Lenart

5.0

(3)

HI! I am Lenart and I am currently a student at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I have been playing the trumpet for more than 15 years and have experience in many different music genres like Jazz, Pop, Classical, Baroque. I graduated from the Academy of Music in Ljubljana. I used to do a lot of teaching (young to old) when I was still residing in Slovenia. My desired goal as a teacher is to show you an easy and fun way to master a new skill or some new aspects of it, but not to fill your head with unnecessary things that will make your progress hard and slow.

I have studied with some of the biggest names of classical and jazz trumpet worldwide like: Omar Tomasoni, Miroslav Petkov, Reinhold Friedrich, Chris Colleti and many more.

J.a.

5.0

(3)

For beginners and advanced.
Technique, improvisation and repertoire knowledge; everything is covered.

The harmonica, also called harmonica or blues harp, is a relatively inexpensive instrument with endless possibilities. Without having to read notes, you quickly get a lot out of this handy instrument.

Flexible lesson hours
Relaxed, informal atmosphere
Lessons adapted to the individual wishes of the student
Years of practical experience
Theoretical knowledge
Extensive repertoire knowledge
Experience teaching a variety of age groups
Group lessons possible

Lesson possibility via Skype connection
Took lessons with Richard Sleigh, Mitch Kashmar, Billy Branch, RJ Mischo, Adam Gussow,Rick Estrin,Gary Primich and Joe Powers

Maria

5.0

(3)

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Sing with more power, expression and ease.
Feel relaxed when singing and finally reach those high notes confidently.
Have fun and enjoy the experience of making music together.

I have been working as a singing teacher since 2011 and I'd love to pass on my knowledge and experience as a performer and songwriter to you. In addition to my Bachelor and Master degrees in Jazz/Pop Voice Performance and Vocal Education (cities of study: Berlin, Mainz, Stuttgart, Lisbon) I regularly attend courses of the newest programs and voice research to constantly enrich your lesson with findings from modern vocal pedagogy.

Over the last 11 years my numerous students taught me that there is no universal recipe for vocal improvement, but there are indeed a lot of methods that can get you where you want. When planning your lesson I always take into account your personal strengths to help you find the best way to healthy, effortlessly and joyful singing.

Topics offered:

Posture and breath-support
Expanding vocal range
Increasing volume and stamina
Singing without a "break" in the voice
Song interpretation & repertoire study
Improvisation
Songwriting
Singing with a microphone
Sight reading & harmony singing
Music theory, ear training and playing the piano
Audition Coaching

António

5.0

(3)

Looking for guitar lessons? You've come to the right place!

Whether you're a complete beginner or an advanced player looking to take your skills to the next level, I've got you covered. My teaching approach is all about tailoring the lessons to your needs and interests, so you can learn at your own pace and enjoy the process.

In our lessons, we'll dive into the practical side of playing, covering techniques, chord progressions, rhythm patterns, and melodic improvisation. You'll get to jam along to awesome songs and exercises that will help you develop a solid foundation in jazz, rock, funk, and blues.

For the ones interested, we'll also explore the theoretical side of music. I'll guide you through scales, modes, harmony and improvisation. This knowledge will not only improve your playing but also give you the freedom to create your own music and express yourself on the guitar.

Whether you dream is performing on stage, jamming with friends or simply strumming your favorite tunes in your bedroom, I'll help you reach your goals and become the guitarist you want to be.

Oscar

5.0

(3)

Hi, my name is Oscar and I am a professional jazz pianist. I perform with the hot/swing band Roaring Cats, my own jazz trio (inspired by Ahmad Jamal, Oscar Peterson, and Brad Mehldau), and many other projects in styles such as modern jazz, soul, and pop.
These piano lessons are for all ages and all levels. You decide what you want to learn—from playing your favorite songs to improvising, composing, or gaining a deeper understanding of music. Lessons are fully tailored to your interests and goals.
We can explore different styles, with jazz as one possible approach alongside pop, classical, and others. Lessons may also include theory, composition, ear training, and technique, with a strong focus on creativity, enjoyment, and personal guidance.