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Steve Bolognese Drum lessons

$70/hour
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Get AFFORDABLE drum lessons with a Berklee College of Music and Musicians Institute instructor. The studio features 2 full drumsets and is located in downtown LA. Whether you're a beginner, a seasoned pro, or somewhere in between, take your playing to the next level. Lesson plans include: * All styles (jazz, rock, pop, funk, blues, hip-hop, fusion, metal, Latin, world, etc.) * Hand or foot technique * rudiments * fills * sight-reading * odd time * polyrhythms * linear applications * interdependence or 4-way coordination * double bass * rhythmical concepts * improvising * soloing * speed and endurance workouts, and much, much more Please call/text or email if you are interested. My studio is in downtown L.A. I will travel to your home, if preferred. All levels are more than welcomed, including beginners. I would like to work together with you to structure lessons that we both can agree on; it will be fun and educational at the same time. I'm very interested in your input, and I can adjust teaching strategies accordingly to match your learning style and interests. It's never too late to learn to play an instrument. If you've been thinking about picking up the drums for a while and have been putting it off or if you already play but your playing has gotten stale, now is the time to get it together.
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Hired 10 times

Serves Los Angeles, CA

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1 employee

24 years in business

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Interested musical styles
Drum type

Traditional drum kit

Snare drum

Bass drum

Hand drums

Work location

My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Leila L.

7 days ago

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Steve is an amazing drum teacher — super professional, patient, and very responsible. He explains everything clearly and breaks each step down so it’s easy to understand. He gives specific practice assignments and always checks how I’m doing, which really helps me stay on track and make steady progress. His lessons are fun, engaging, and never boring — he mixes technique with real music in a really inspiring way. He’s also one of the most skilled drummers I’ve ever met, and what’s even more impressive is that he’s always improving himself. You can really feel his passion and dedication every time he teaches. I’ve learned so much from him already. Highly recommend!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Can read sheet music • Understands note durations and rests • Traditional drum kit • Rock • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student already has drums • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Taryn S.

Nov 9, 2023

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Steve has been giving my five year old son drum lessons for the past several months. He has been incredible. He is extremely patient and understands how to teach kids. My son looks forward to every drum lesson with Steve. We highly recommend Steve!

Details: Younger than 6 years old • No formal training • Can't read music • Traditional drum kit • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student already has drums • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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Israel L.

Aug 3, 2022

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Steve was an absolute lifesaver. I was in desperate need of not only lessons but an actual drum coach that would work with me for hours and put in the time. I had to prepare 24 songs/tracks for a project I was acting in and playing music in and Steve was amazing. He worked with my schedule, was passionate about getting me prepared for the project, and helped me feel confident in playing the set list I had to perform. Steve always checked in and communicated with me. He was kind, patient, and thoughtful in his teaching. He is a total professional that takes the time to break down songs and review as much as needed until you feel good about playing on the set. He doesn’t just demonstrate and expect you to “get it” He teaches you HOW and WHY things work the way they do. The result is that you make progress and feel confident with the instrument. Great person, I highly recommend lessons and coaching with Steve!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Can't read music • Traditional drum kit • Snare drum • Bass drum • Rock • Blues • Jazz • Folk • Country • Classical • Yes, the student already has drums • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Francesca C.

May 5, 2024

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Steve has been an incredible teacher for my 3 year old son. We tried many teachers to find the right person and Steve’s experience, energy, and teaching style was perfect. He strikes the right balance of making the lessons fun while keeping my son on task. When Steve leaves my son is eager to practice and tell us all about what he’s learned. Highly recommend!

Details: Younger than 6 years old • No formal training • Can't read music • Traditional drum kit • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student already has drums • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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Satapakorn S.

Aug 15, 2021

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I started learning with Steve a few months ago. He’s very professional and takes his time explaining things thoroughly. I have learned so much. I would highly recommend Steve to anyone who’s looking to learn to play the drums.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • Can't read music • Traditional drum kit • Rock • What the teacher recommends • No, but the student is planning to purchase drums and would like the teacher's advice on it • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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