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About
Hello! I’ve been teaching drums full-time since 2003, working with more than 500 students ages 7 to 70. During my 12 year stay at a national music store, I had one of the highest student retention rates in the entire US—most students who start with me, stay with me.
I use a clear, structured curriculum with beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels so you always know where you are, what’s next, and how far you’ve come. This bigger-picture approach keeps students motivated and excited to improve.
My goal is to keep lessons light and fun, while still making real progress every week. If you’re ready to learn, I’m ready to help you climb that ladder—one groove at a time.
Overview
Hired 2 times
Serves Farmersville, TX
Background checked
1 employee
23 years in business
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Payment methods
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Services offered
Interested musical styles
Drum type
Traditional drum kit
Snare drum
Bass drum
Work location
My customers travel to me
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
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Tonya l.
Sep 24, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I’ve been taking drumlessons from Brian for over two years. He’s very patient with “older” clients, probably young ones too. He works well with my schedule. I’ve enjoyed learning a new skill. Playing drums has become my favorite hobby thanks to Brian. Even though he made me learn how to play Black Cow, I highly recommend hiring Brian. 🤣
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • Can't read music • What the teacher recommends • Traditional drum kit • Country • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student already has drums • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.
Drum Lessons
Steve h.
Sep 23, 2022
Brian is a great teacher. I have seen him play live and he is a total professional. In addition, he has a warm and outgoing personality and my son always looks forward to his drumlessons. Brian strikes the right balance of encouragement yet challenges the student to improve!
Frank T.
Sep 23, 2022
Fantastic instructor. Does an excellent job with my girls, they have learned a lot. Very patient, great at making the lesson fun. Brian even takes the time to go over the lessons with the parents, explains what was taught and gives a detailed analysis of our daughters progression. He always keeps us posted and lays out the path moving forward. Couldn’t ask for a better instructor.
Lea J.
Sep 28, 2022
Brian is fantastic in identifying the strengths and areas for improvement for each student. He keeps lessons engaging, using music the students are enthusiastic about and allowing them to have input on their own assignments (assuming they fit within the skills he is trying to develop). He is gifted in multiple percussion genres from rock to jazz and everything in between. My student in particular struggles with being motivated to push himself in learning new skills, but Brian is careful to find meaningful ways to motivate him and encourage him to level up. Brian is also skilled in breaking down challenging techniques into small achievable steps, so no one gets discouraged in trying to meet large goals quickly. His curriculum is very effective in getting beginners up and running AND challenging more advanced players. That’s hard to find in a single private teacher (from my own experience as a musician who had to move from one instructor to another as my needs evolved). I could not recommend Brian’s services with more confidence or enthusiasm. He’s been invaluable to our drummer!
Tammy J.
Sep 22, 2022
We are so grateful for Brian & Elite Drums! He makes it even more fun, interesting, & easier to learn than others. He’s accommodating with our crazy schedule too. He truly knows his craft & is the best value for the quality lesson he provides!
Credentials
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Brian Olivieri
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is typical at $35 per 30 minute lesson. However, I will happily do a first lesson Free of charge so we can all decide if I and the student are the right fit.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always ask #1 is why are you here? What is the motivation to actually sign up for drum lessons? Was it a band, a certain style of music and drumming style, or maybe a friend or relative who plays drums? Or maybe a 6th grader wants to start percussion in school?
How this question is answered dictates the direction and flow of the lessons which vary slightly student to student!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA. I also play about 150 shows a year in a variety of bands here in DFW and all over the US
