Learn Drums & Percussion from Home
Step-by-step lessons for kids and beginners. Short practices. Real songs. Parent-friendly guidance.
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Drum Set Basics
From your first groove to your first song. Simple steps, quick wins.
- Posture & setup
- First grooves
- Play-along tracks
Hand Percussion
Cajón, congas, bongos—technique & timing made fun.
- Sound & strokes
- Grooves in songs
- Call-and-response
Rudiments & Technique
Sticking, control, speed—explained simply and practiced smart.
- Singles & doubles
- Paradiddles
- Speed builders
Designed by a professional percussionist & educator.
Kid-friendly plans for 10-minute practices.
Play-along tracks keep motivation high.
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Start Here
Welcome! This page shows parents and students how to begin—what to learn first, how to practice in short sessions, and where to find downloads and tracks.
Who it’s for
- Kids 6–14 and adult beginners.
- Families learning together at home.
- Complete beginners or returning players.
How it works
- Weekly mini-lessons (10–15 minutes).
- Printable PDFs for practice tracking.
- Play-along tracks to apply skills in songs.
What to do today
- Download the Practice Tracker.
- Pick your track below.
- Bookmark the Lessons page to follow levels 1 → 3.
Choose Your Track
Drum Set Basics (Level 1)
Setup, first grooves, and your first full song.
Hand Percussion (Level 1)
Cajón/hand drums: sound, strokes, beginner grooves.
Rudiments & Technique (Level 1)
Singles, doubles, paradiddles—control and speed.
FAQ
How long are the lessons?
Each mini-lesson is 10–15 minutes with a clear goal and a simple practice task.
Do I need a full drum kit?
No. You can start with sticks and a practice pad (or a pillow). For hand percussion, a cajón works great.
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Lessons
Follow Levels 1 → 3 in any track. Each lesson has a short goal, a play-along, and a practice checklist.
Drum Set Basics — Level 1
- Lesson 1: Seat height, stick grip, and first quarter-note groove.
- Lesson 2: Hi-hat time + bass/snare coordination.
- Lesson 3: First 8-bar play-along (slow rock).
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Hand Percussion — Level 1
- Lesson 1: Cajón posture, bass & snare tones.
- Lesson 2: Basic groove in 4/4 with metronome.
- Lesson 3: Call-and-response play-along.
Read the latest Hand Percussion posts →
Rudiments & Technique — Level 1
- Lesson 1: Singles & doubles—sound and rebound.
- Lesson 2: Paradiddle pattern + accent control.
- Lesson 3: Speed builder: 60 → 80 BPM ladder.
Read the latest Technique posts →
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