I teach live online drum lessons for all levels - beginner to advanced.
There's no prepay & no deposit. Pay-as-you-go at the end of each lesson.
No matter what level you’re at and what your goals are, I personalize each lesson just for you.
Does one of these sound like you?
Student type #1:
Adult who played when they were younger, but want to get back into it:
“Endlessly grateful to Nick and our drum lessons. He's completely invigorated my passion for drums, and repositioned how I interact with music. If you've ever wanted to take drum lessons, Nick is everything you need and more in a teacher. Whether you're brand new or looking to grow your skills, Nick will patiently and eagerly meet you at your level. He's great at finding out what you're hoping to get out of these classes and tailoring a specific program that fits your needs. Also he's rad as hell! I look forward to my classes each week, and only wish I knew about Nick earlier - best drum lessons ever!"
-Brooks M.
Student type #2:
Adult who loves music, always thought the drums were cool and wants to try something new for fun:
“I have been taking lessons through zoom with Nick for a few months, and I could not be happier with how things have gone. I could tell right away that Nick was going to be my kind of music teacher. Nick provides a perfect blend of expertise and approachability. He has never made me feel anything other than supported, and my skills have developed faster than I could have imagined. He is able to make clear the importance of the basics while also providing opportunities for creativity and real music playing. I also really appreciate his understanding that the best road to creativity is not losing sight of learning the fundamentals. It's an approach that makes me feel confident that I will truly develop into a solid drummer. I'm looking forward to him leading me on that journey!”
-Josh A.
Student type #3:
Kid who’s always banging on pots and pans at home:
“My 7-year-old son loves his drum lessons with Nick and looks forward to them every week. Nick is flexible, professional, a great communicator and is adept at navigating my son's high energy level. The lessons feel casual and fun, and I'm impressed with the progress my son has made under Nick's tutelage. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend drum lessons with him for those looking.”
-Andrea S.
No matter what type of student you are, you’re not alone. From beginners to aspiring professionals, young people and retirees, over the years I’ve taught every age group and experience level and I firmly believe EVERY HUMAN BEING can learn music (and have fun doing it :)
-I have a high tech setup so that everything sounds great for you and we can play along with songs from Spotify.
--You’ll need a laptop, computer, or tablet, and an internet connection. I use Zoom for video chat lessons and can help you with the set up.
---Acoustic drums and Electronic drums are both great for virtual lessons.
*If you don’t have drums, don’t worry! Most of my students start lessons before they have their own set - there’s plenty we can work on with just a practice pad and sticks.*
ABOUT ME:
-B.M. Music Performance, Jazz Studies from the University of Northern Colorado
-10+ years of intentional touring experience playing for major label bands like The Wind and The Wave, Missio, Air Dubai, Dagny, and more.
-Signed with Hopeless Records when I was 22. Wrote and recorded songs that were on the radio, in TV shows (MTV, TNT, Showtime), and in movies
-Performed at festivals like Bonnaroo, Warped Tour, Firefly, Wakarusa, and more.
FAQ:
QUESTION: Are online drum lessons as good as in-person lessons?
ANSWER: Yes, in fact, online lessons are better in many ways. Without the worry of driving, illness, or family members & pets, we can completely put our focus on music. Plus we can record your lessons so you can reference them later.
QUESTION: How does the payment work?
ANSWER: Each lesson is $75 due at the end of each lesson. I accept payment via Venmo or Zelle. I also offer discounts for students who want to pay for more than one lesson at a time.
QUESTION: How long is each lesson?
ANSWER: Each lesson is one-hour long. I also offer 30 min lessons for younger students.
QUESTION: Will I be charged for canceled lessons?
ANSWER: I have a 24 hour cancelation policy, so if you need to cancel, please let me know a day in advance. Otherwise I’ll ask you to cover the cost of the lesson.
QUESTION: Where do you live, Nick?
ANSWER: I currently live in Denver, CO, but was raised in Albuquerque. I teach students all over the US.
