Nick’s Drum Lessons
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Private Drum Lessons

Beginner To Advanced

Private Lesson Policy

  • Lessons are for 30 minutes at a set time and day of the week.
  • Tuition is $78 a month. Even months with 5 weeks.
  • Tuition is to be paid by the first of the month.
  • Lessons are currently held online via Skype and from the comfort of your own home!

Recent Online Lessons

“Love Is Alive” Gary Wright – Drum Sheet Music

  • Drum Set Sheet Music, Online Lessons
Here’s a full drum transcription of the Gary Wright classic song, “Love Is Alive” for $1.99! Along with the transcription are lessons on how to play this classic…

“In The End” Linkin Park – Drum Sheet Music

  • Drum Set Sheet Music, Online Lessons
Here’s a full drum transcription of Linkin Park classic song, “In The End” for $1.99! Click the”$1.99 Purchase” button below and you can pay via…

“Hungry Heart” Bruce Springsteen – Drum Sheet Music

  • Drum Set Sheet Music, Online Lessons
Here’s a full drum transcription of the Bruce Springsteen classic song, “Hungry Heart” for $1.99! Along with the transcription are lessons on how to play this…

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Behind the scenes of a lesson. I've always run les Behind the scenes of a lesson. I've always run lessons as a one-on-one customized educational experience and comedy show (you may debate if you think I'm funny). But now I've added a massive amount of audio/visual tech; 7 cameras, 11 mics, 3 mixers, 3 moniters, #obs, Spotify, pdfs, graphics, sound effects and a ton of extra hours making lessons an in-depth, customized, top of the line learning experience! Drum Lessons + Nerdy Comedy + Spielberg Quality Cinematography = NicksDrumLessons.com #onlinelessons #onlinedrumlessons
My #charliewatts tribute with my top 3 The Rolling My #charliewatts tribute with my top 3 The Rolling Stones songs. You can hear in my demos of just drums how important his grooves and feel were such a part of their awesomeness! 1. Honky Tonk Woman 2. Honky Tonk Woman (just drums) 3. Can't You Hear Me Knocking 4. Can't You Hear Me Knocking (drums) 5. Street Fighting Man 6. Street Fighting Man (drums) #therollingstones #ripcharliewatts
Photos taken by my wife for the upcoming, new and Photos taken by my wife for the upcoming, new and improved NicksDrumLessons.com! Phrases such as; "sit up straight" "Look less sickly" and "don't smile like that" was said way too often during this photo shoot by her. Thanks! #rogersdrums #sabiancymbals #onlinedrumlessons
Sadden by the news of my long term student, Aiden Sadden by the news of my long term student, Aiden Lee Jensen passing away. I taught him from age 5-18 and was so proud when he went off to college to became a future doctor. He loved drums, had a wonderful sense of humor and was a real fan of Star Wars and Games Of Thrones. What was there not to like!? I will miss him and our jams and conversations about how bad the Star Wars prequels were.
R.I.P. Joey Jordison #ripjoeyjordison R.I.P. Joey Jordison #ripjoeyjordison
You know you are getting old when you are super ex You know you are getting old when you are super excited that Mr. Reading Rainbow @levar.burton is guest hosting Jeopardy.
I was enjoying it, but apparently I look angry whi I was enjoying it, but apparently I look angry while in nature. :) #preparingfortheolympics #ilikethedarkbutihatenature
Students know all too much that I like taking Rudi Students know all too much that I like taking Rudimental Snare Solos and adapt them into different styles. Soca + Snare Solo = Coolness! This demo was pulled from a Skype Lesson with my student Eric from Germantown, MD! Btw...I never noticed how I wear my glasses with headphones. #onlinedrumlessons #SKYPE #onlinelessons
Nerd alert! I warned students for weeks that I was Nerd alert! I warned students for weeks that I was working on a "automatic dolly shot." Behold the shot! #dollyshot #trackingshot #onlinedrumlessons
I'm not bragging but let's just say that Picasso, I'm not bragging but let's just say that Picasso, Pollock, Basquiat, Van Gogh....all jealous of my painting skills! Bids start at $759,000. #eddievanhalencat
I was always interested in filmmaking/cinematograp I was always interested in filmmaking/cinematography and wowed by filmmakers like John Woo and Howard Hughes who would set up 20 cameras for one scene. I give you the 7 camera shot?! #rogersdrums @sabiancymbals @remopercussion #onlinedrumlessons
Students always ask what my favorite song is.....w Students always ask what my favorite song is.....without further ado...the greatest song EVER!
Demonstrating 32nd note grooves for my student Ang Demonstrating 32nd note grooves for my student Angelo during a lesson! The key is...don't look like it's a big deal:) #drumlessons #sabiancymbals @sabiancymbals @officialrogersdrums #drumgroove
20 Years Old! My first book, "Beat Diagnostics" wa 20 Years Old! My first book, "Beat Diagnostics" was finished in Spring 2001 when I was 23. Coming in at a crazy 158 pages! Later, I edited to 104 pages and renamed it "Groove Diagnostics." It started 2 years earlier when I was transcribing beats and purchased music software. I would spend hours each night writing, editing and formatting the book. Nearly going blind from looking at little dots on staffs on the screen. Barely eating (as seen in the first photo in 2001) because of my hyper focus, goal setting mindset. I used it for my own students and it sold very well in multiple music stores. Now it's on Amazon, where I get orders from Japan, Canada, US, Iceland, Europe and all over the world! It was well worth it and glad it has served so many well!
My wife said turn around and judging from the pict My wife said turn around and judging from the picture she took I walk through nature looking like I have an attitude. #sassy
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Testimonials

Ben Troupe

I want to thank you for all your support in my music as well as with life. The lessons I have learned from you have helped mold me into the person I am today. I have always and always will enjoy drumming. Drumming will always be one of my passions. I wish you all the best in life and I hope all of your students understand how blessed they are to have such a wonderful teacher as you!
Nick's Drum Lessons
2014-10-16T13:03:11+00:00
I want to thank you for all your support in my music as well as with life. The lessons I have learned from you have helped mold me into the person I am today. I have always and always will enjoy drumming. Drumming will always be one of my passions. I wish you all the best in life and I hope all of your students understand how blessed they are to have such a wonderful teacher as you!
https://nicksdrumlessons.com/testimonials/ben-troupe/

Dustin Walker-Ryan

I took lessons with Nick for five years and he taught me from the roots of basic drumming up to advanced studies. Nick is an awesome and Inspiring teacher that helped open my eyes to new music styles, solos, techniques, and skill that I still use in my drumming today. Nick taught me how to read music and understand it in different music styles. Nick also corrected my music I wrote and suggest to make beyond regular beat that It was with skills he taught me. Nick is a funny, nice, patient, caring, encouraging and helped me focus on drumming when I went though hard times. He is  a very awesome drummer and teacher. When I first started taking his listen I was a shy kid. He helped build my confidence that I have now. Nick teaches all songs you want to learn and show you new songs you never thought were possible. Highly recommend any skill level of drummer should take lesson with Nick.  Thank you for everything you taught me over the years.
Nick's Drum Lessons
2014-06-02T12:54:47+00:00
I took lessons with Nick for five years and he taught me from the roots of basic drumming up to advanced studies. Nick is an awesome and Inspiring teacher that helped open my eyes to new music styles, solos, techniques, and skill that I still use in my drumming today. Nick taught me how to read music and understand it in different music styles. Nick also corrected my music I wrote and suggest to make beyond regular beat that It was with skills he taught me. Nick is a funny, nice, patient, caring, encouraging and helped me focus on drumming when I went though hard times. He is  a very awesome drummer and teacher. When I first started taking his listen I was a shy kid. He helped build my confidence that I have now. Nick teaches all songs you want to learn and show you new songs you never thought were possible. Highly recommend any skill level of drummer should take lesson with Nick.  Thank you for everything you taught me over the years.
https://nicksdrumlessons.com/testimonials/dustin-walker-ryan/

Patrick D.

I took lessons for 6+ years from Nick, and it was phenomenal.  Easily one of my most lasting learning experiences ever.

There's honestly not enough room to say all the positive things about his lessons.  They're organized, challenging, and custom suited to each student (during high-school days he helped me compose a drum-solo for my school's Jazz Band concert, he taught me the parts to some of my favorite songs, etc.)  You'll be exposed to more techniques, styles, tips and tricks than you could ever imagine.

He's informative, encouraging, and hilarious - a real class act and role model.  I highly recommend him to drummers of ANY skill level.
Nick's Drum Lessons
2013-10-20T02:30:43+00:00
I took lessons for 6+ years from Nick, and it was phenomenal.  Easily one of my most lasting learning experiences ever. There's honestly not enough room to say all the positive things about his lessons.  They're organized, challenging, and custom suited to each student (during high-school days he helped me compose a drum-solo for my school's Jazz Band concert, he taught me the parts to some of my favorite songs, etc.)  You'll be exposed to more techniques, styles, tips and tricks than you could ever imagine. He's informative, encouraging, and hilarious - a real class act and role model.  I highly recommend him to drummers of ANY skill level.
https://nicksdrumlessons.com/testimonials/patrick-d/

Sid Rao

I took drum lessons with Nick Dahlberg for 5+ years, over which I learned much more than drumming technique. Nick creates an environment for learning with his humor, focus, and organization. With Nick I learned how to manage my time better and improve my playing. I recommend Nick to a person of any skill level, there is no defined path, he customizes everything to the individual student. Thank you, Nick!
Nick's Drum Lessons
2014-10-16T13:01:52+00:00
I took drum lessons with Nick Dahlberg for 5+ years, over which I learned much more than drumming technique. Nick creates an environment for learning with his humor, focus, and organization. With Nick I learned how to manage my time better and improve my playing. I recommend Nick to a person of any skill level, there is no defined path, he customizes everything to the individual student. Thank you, Nick!
https://nicksdrumlessons.com/testimonials/sid-r/

Becky Hughes

I took drum lessons from Nick for 2 years. I can not say enough good things about him. He is experienced, possess awesome technical skills, professional, patient, easy going, has a sense of humor, and very knowledgeable about the music industry. I love his methodical teaching style. He will help you achieve your goals quickly. Give him any tune and he will teach you how to play it. For anyone interested in drum lessons, Nick is your go to guy!!!
Nick's Drum Lessons
2013-07-15T17:44:17+00:00
I took drum lessons from Nick for 2 years. I can not say enough good things about him. He is experienced, possess awesome technical skills, professional, patient, easy going, has a sense of humor, and very knowledgeable about the music industry. I love his methodical teaching style. He will help you achieve your goals quickly. Give him any tune and he will teach you how to play it. For anyone interested in drum lessons, Nick is your go to guy!!!
https://nicksdrumlessons.com/testimonials/448/
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    • About Lessons
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    • Testimonials
    • Nick’s Blog
  • Skype Lessons
  • Online Lessons
    • Drum Set Sheet Music
    • Rudiments and Rudiment Combos
    • Nick’s Drum Licks
    • Famous Grooves & Fills
    • Rock
    • Jazz
    • Funk
    • Latin
    • R&B/Hip-Hop
    • Groove Diagnostics
    • N.A.R.D.
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