Best Drum Lessons For Children Houston Near Me

4worldlovers: All I do is play and teach drums. Read more about me.

My name is Troy Nicar and I’ve been playing drums and teaching drum lessons in Houston and surrounding areas (Sugar Land and Katy, TX) since 1978. All I do is play and teach drums.

Whether you haven’t even bought your first drumset yet or you’re a pro looking to refine your skills, I’d love to take you on as a student and help you become the drummer you want to be. I’m equally comfortable teaching total beginners through advanced students. You’ll find I’m an extremely patient drum teacher. I know what to teach you, how to teach it, and how to make it fun for you. That’s been a large focus of my life.

4worldlovers:
Enjoy drum lessons that fit your skill level AND your interests. No matter if you are just starting or looking for the next step in your music journey, my drum lessons will guide you on how to read, how to play, and even how to practice. Follow a curated curriculum that feeds your passion and unlocks the joy of music.

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"I take lessons from Andy and so do my kids. He’s a very talented musician and also a wonderful teacher. I’m always impressed with his ability to make complicated subjects easy to understand."

"Andy is a very skilled, talented, and patient teacher. He is encouraging and kind. He provides developmentally appropriate strategies for kids to learn to read music and play the drums. Highly recommend!"

"Andy was one of the best teachers for my kid and I was always happy how you taught my son to never give up I am so happy you where there for my kid thank you so much."

4worldlovers: Our goal is to foster confidence and creativity in students of all ages through exceptional musical learning. With our dedicated world-class faculty, state of the art facilities, and innovative programs we hope to transform lives and bolster our community through the joy of music. Vivaldi Music Academy is accessible and provides flexible hours to accommodate today’s busy families in Houston, San Antonio, and Little Rock.

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Music programs at School of Rock West University Place combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices


School of Rock in West University Place, located in Houston, Texas is proud to offer music classes to help teach our community how to play instruments with skill and confidence. We learn everything from drums, guitar, keys, and vocals in a supportive and encouraging environment and then go on to perform at one of the many great spots in the area such as White Oak Music Hall and Armadillo Palace. For budding artists, take your skills to the next level at School of Rock West University Place today.


Rock 101 is one of School of Rock West University Place's top programs for kids and beginners. Students have one weekly group rehearsal where they learn to play classic rock songs that have been simplified for beginner musicians. Additionally, Rock 101 students in West University Place have a weekly private music lesson with an instructor who helps them learn the concepts and skills behind their performance songs.

Our music programs for kids in Houston are designed to get students on stage performing, with the goal of building strong musical proficiency. Younger students at School of Rock West University Place who have participated in the Rookies program can move to our Rock 101 music program once they’re ready. Additionally, students (typically ages 8 to 13-years-old) can begin Rock 101 without any prior experience. The goal of this rock program is to quickly develop a basic competence on students’ chosen instruments before moving on to our famous Performance Program.


At School of Rock West University Place, we offer beginner guitar lessons for kids. Our expert guitar instructors guide your child from start to finish with private instruction and weekly group band rehearsals. Every instructor at School of Rock West University Place is an experienced musician, and they emphasize foundational music theory and technique when teaching guitar lessons to kids. Unlike other Houston guitar lessons and programs, School of Rock is designed to get students performing in a band.


It’s never too late to learn to play the guitar. Similar to our kids guitar lessons, School of Rock West University Place's beginner guitar lessons for adults utilizes a performance-based curriculum. Our experienced instructors teach adult students through popular rock songs, and teach students to play guitar in a way that’s challenging and fun. We believe the best way to learn is by doing, which is why we combine weekly private guitar lessons with group band rehearsals. At School of Rock West University Place, we teach beginner guitar lessons for adults in our Adult Program. This program gets students performing onstage at a local Houston venue.


As students gain skills and experience, we move them along to more challenging programs at higher skill levels. Intermediate and advanced students take the skills they learned in beginner guitar lessons, and layer on more difficult techniques and concepts. School of Rock West University Place offers advanced guitar lessons for kids and adults that teach by playing challenging classic rock songs and emphasize playing the guitar in a real music venue. Our Houston guitar teachers will work with each student to develop a custom learning plan.


All of School of Rock West University Place’s music teachers are experienced musicians devoted to helping students attain musical proficiency. Our instructors guide students one-on-one to personalize learning, inspire confidence and build social skills.


Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Daniel got to Texas as quickly as he could. His first instrument was the guitar, but he now sings and plays drums, bass, keys, and banjo. As a music producer, Daniel mixes and masters his own content under the name of "Bite Your Own Teeth" and he can sometimes be spotted playing around Houston with his brother and friends in their band, Businessman. Daniel's love for music is boundless and eclectic. Some of his biggest influences include Outkast, John Fahey, Mastodon, Gojira, Miles Davis, Sleep, Elder, Johnny Cash, mbv, and Slowdive.

4worldlovers: My passion for drums started with my Dad's record collection. Growing up in Los Angles was a great place to get involved in music. Music was the heartbeat of the city and some of the best drummers in the world played there. I had access to many of those drummers while they hung out at the drum shop of my teacher, Mel Zelnick. Those drummers and musicians opened up a whole life time of passion for me.

Known for his musical drum set approach and great brush technique,

Curriculum including hand development and rudiments on the drum set. Studying the old masters, as well as reading and using an extensive play along library. Mike also teaches from his own single- two surface layered exercise book.

Modern 4/4 Reading Text, The Art of Bop Drumming, The New Breed, Master Studies