Drum Lessons in Turtle Bay
Personalized drums instruction from professional drummers, right in Turtle Bay.
Kids & adults. All levels. All styles.
Kalman Music Lessons — a music school designed for the busy New Yorker.
Kalman Music Lessons is a New York City music school whose teachers come to your apartment in Turtle Bay. We teach piano, guitar, bass, drums, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, violin, cello, ukulele, voice and music theory to children and adults, including complete beginners. Lessons happen at your home, at one of our NYC studios, or online. Your first lesson is $15 in our studio or $50 at your home. After that, studio lessons start at $50 and at-home lessons at $60 per 30-minute lesson, both on a 10-lesson package. Call or text (917) 525-3374.
your way.
Every lesson combines technique, groove, and the music you want to play.
world-class
Kalman Music Lessons teachers are working New York musicians who teach from the bandstand, not from a textbook, and build each lesson around a goal you set. Every membership plan includes every teacher, subject to availability, and members can switch teachers in our online portal at any time. You can see where our teachers trained on their cards below.
full kits.
Pick your direction. We'll build the technique to match.
Backbeats, fills, and the drumming that powers modern music.
- Rock 8th-note groove
- Basic fills
- Hand-foot coordination
- Playing to a click
- We Will Rock You
- Smoke on the Water
- Seven Nation Army
- Wipe Out
Not sure which route is right for you?
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The ClassPass-style membership for music.
Private lessons at NYC studios. Pro and Elite include free group classes; Hobby does not. Monthly and annual payment options have different commitments.
Annual prices are monthly equivalents, paid up front: Hobby $1,188, Pro $2,388, Elite $2,988. Monthly billing starts at $149.
Explore membershipsPrivate 1-on-1 lessons.
Buy four or ten credits at a time. Four-lesson credits expire after 90 days; ten-lesson credits after 120 days.
See full package pricingNot sure which fits? Book a first lesson and we'll help you choose.
Prices shown are for NYC studio lessons and are subject to our terms of service.
Two or three kids on different instruments? One teacher, one visit.
A 60-minute lesson is shared between siblings — drums for one, guitar or drums for another — and priced as one lesson. 50+ teachers, most of whom play two or more instruments.
"Marcello is an amazing drum instructor! We look forward to his lesson every week!"
"amazing teacher learned to play some songs on the piano right away highly recommended"
"Alden is a wonderful teacher (sax for our elder and recorder for our younger). Highly recommend! And Tal runs a great ship. Really easy to deal with, price is right and incredible musicians."
"Great teacher! helped me learning the clarinet in less than a month. I’m already playing my favorite disney songs"
"I’ve been Erika’s student now for several months. I love learning guitar from her. She is so knowledgeable and friendly. I look forward to my lesson every week. Highly recommend."
"Quick & friendly service! Saved us with a last minute rental!!! Will be back forsure"
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Our Locations
Home lessons & studio options
📍 Soho - by Prince Street
📍 Bed-Stuy - by the J/M/Z Myrtle Ave
📍 Bushwick - by the Wilson Ave L
📍 Crown Heights - by the Utica Ave A/C
📍 Prospect Heights - by Botanic Garden
📍 Greenpoint - by Greenpoint Ave G
📍 Upper East Side - by the 96th St 6
📍 Upper West Side - by the 1/2/3 96th St
📍 Financial District - by Wall St
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How we teach drums in Turtle Bay
Drum lessons here are built to help players refine their technique, timing, and musical expression at every level. Structured instruction balances the discipline of solid fundamentals with the creative freedom to develop your own feel, so precision and dynamic control grow alongside your personality behind the kit. Whether you're finding your way around basic patterns or shaping more complex rhythms, each session is tailored to your goals and the styles you love to play.
The curriculum builds a complete drumming toolkit: stick control, foot coordination, rudiments, and hand independence, all in service of real groove and phrasing. Students work across rock, jazz, funk, blues, and pop, learning to lock into the pocket and play with fluidity rather than just executing exercises. The aim is a foundation strong enough to make the kit feel like a natural extension of how you hear music.
Instructors at Kalman Music Lessons connect skill-building to real playing, so what you practice translates directly to the stage and the studio. You'll drum along with recordings, ensemble parts, and original pieces, turning coordination drills into confident, musical performances. Lessons also fold in sight-reading, timing drills, and ear training, the quiet fundamentals that let you hold down a part in any band or session.
Everything moves at your pace and toward your objectives. Beginners concentrate on core coordination and reading rhythm, while advanced players take on intricate patterns, improvisation, and demanding footwork, with performance prep and stage presence woven in as you grow. Each session is meant to challenge you while staying supportive and genuinely enjoyable, so progress feels steady and playing stays fun.
What sets Kalman Music Lessons apart for drums lessons in Turtle Bay?
Kalman Music Lessons provides a supportive and inspiring environment for drummers of all levels. Lessons focus on skill development, musical expression, and practical application, offering students the tools needed to perform confidently in any setting. With focused, personalized instruction, drummers can experience meaningful growth while nurturing their creativity, making the school a natural fit for passionate, dedicated percussionists.
Learning Drums in Turtle Bay
There's something special about studying drums in Turtle Bay. Many Turtle Bay apartments are in well-built post-war towers with solid walls; evening and weekend practice is typically well-tolerated by neighbors. With drummers who perform across the city, every lesson connects you to NYC's wider jazz community.
The neighborhood
Diplomatic, polished, and residential — a calm enclave steps from the energy of Grand Central and the East River.
The scene here
Turtle Bay is a quiet residential pocket near the UN, but its midtown-east location puts Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Broadway stages all within a short cab or subway ride.
Drum Lessons in Turtle Bay
Looking for drum lessons in Turtle Bay? Our teachers come to you, making learning easy, comfortable, and effective.
Near United Nations Headquarters, Second Avenue, and the 51 St (6) and Grand Central–42 St (4/5/6/7) stations in Turtle Bay.
Amazing experience….. I love ‘Tal ‘ the Head of the Music school. He tought me Drums. So passionate So patient & so Professional. Thank you Highly Recommended
Tal has been an amazing piano teacher for our 9-year-old son. He comes to our home, which makes everything so easy, and from the very first lesson, he made our son feel comfortable and excited to learn. Tal is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and warm—he really knows how to connect with kids and keep them motivated. We’ve seen so much progress, and more importantly, our son truly enjoys playing. We’re so grateful to have found Tal and highly recommend him to any family looking for a skilled and kind teacher!
Tal is a wonderful music teacher and I could not recommend him more! I’ve been taking piano lessons for a few months now and have seen tremendous improvement in my playing. Tal actually cares about your progress and works to help you grow as a musician. As a young adult with limited music experience, Tal has taken the time to craft lessons to fit my skill level. Don’t be afraid to jump in if you are worried about how much music background you have. Tal is extremely patient and tailors lessons for you!
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