Lessons
What we’ll cover
45 minute lessons
Created for ages 3–4, this playful program sparks coordination and a love of rhythm through songs, games, and movement.
60 minute lessons
Already have drumming experience? This program helps you expand your skills, explore new styles, and perform live with professional musicians.
45 minute lessons
Designed for aspiring drummers, this program builds a solid foundation and the confidence to make music on the drums—while becoming part of a vibrant community of musicians.
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Besides developing our musicality on the snare drum and drum pad we also explore the drum set develop those skills.
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Build up you’re skills and knowledge as we dig deeper into movement and the seated position.
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Develop your own practice routine using the concepts laid out in this portion of our lessons.
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Rudiments are the language of drumming. At this level we focus on the original 26 rudiments.
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The ability to read music takes understanding of note values and their lengths. My approach to teaching this skill is based on games and designed to be fun.
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Technique always comes to light in our lessons as we strive to be as relaxed as possible as we play.
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I help develop reading skills by challenging you to surpass your current reading level.
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Learn drum notation so you can write you’re own beats or beats that you hear in a song.
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We focus on playing solid beats that others enjoy playing to.
The Lesson Experience
At Beacon Drum Studio, lessons are tailored to support and challenge drummers of all levels. Whether you're building a foundation or refining advanced techniques, Dave creates a learning environment that meets you where you are and helps you grow.
Prepared students are introduced to new challenges that foster progress, while those needing extra guidance receive personalized attention. Dave uses a variety of teaching methods, including in-lesson demonstrations, recorded examples for at-home review, and step-by-step guidance to ensure you not only understand what you want to play but also how to achieve it.
A key component of Dave’s approach is connecting drummers to their roots. Lessons often incorporate insights into the history of drumming and music, highlighting the influence of legendary players, iconic bands, and timeless songwriters.
Each session is highly interactive, offering plenty of hands-on practice. From mastering rudiments on the practice pad and exploring snare drum solos to working through reading exercises, jamming to drumless tracks, or playing along with classic records, every lesson is designed to elevate your playing and sound. Instruction is always tailored to your individual goals and readiness.
Adding to the unique learning experience, lessons take place on a vintage Gretsch drum kit, creating an inspiring and authentic environment for drummers to thrive.
Ready to take the next step in your drumming journey? Let’s hit the drums and make it happen!
Sample Lessons
Testimonials
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Michael P, Brooklyn NY
“What can I say? Dave Previ is a great guy, a skilled drummer, and a sensitive and intuitive teacher. My son has been studying with Dave for the past 2+ years and we have seen an enormous and meaningful improvement in his playing and in his overall confidence. Dave's lessons strike the right mix of rudiments and fun - each semester focuses on the mastery of a snare drum exercise paired with a fun cover sing of the kid's choice. The semester culminates in a "gig" where the students demonstrate their snare exercise and then hop behind the kit to play through their cover song with a couple of pro-level musicians. The room is full of love and support from all the peers and parents and it never fails to move me to tears.
Huge thanks to Dave for setting our son on the path.” -
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Todd A, San Francisco, CA
Dave Previ is absolutely one of the best drum teachers in all of New York City. He's worked with my son for many years, and has turned him into an incredible drummer at a young age. It's not just that Dave has mad chops and skills, it's that his passion for drums is truly infectious. He's patient and is constantly pushing my son into new frontiers, Jazz, funk, Latin, rock, blues... He covers every style. An all around amazing human-being and a terrific friend to our family, as well. I could offer a stronger recommendation...
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Jeff W, Brooklyn NY
Dave has been teaching our son drums for the last 4+ years. I can't say enough great things about Dave as a person, musician and especially as a teacher. Not only is he a terrific drummer of all styles but more importantly he has the skills, knowledge and patience that enables him to be a great teacher as well. His teaching method really keeps things interesting, from rudiments to rocking out. My son is 11yo and he really looks forward to Dave's lessons each week. In addition, Dave was able to seamlessly transition to online lessons during this coronavirus outbreak. We're very grateful for Dave and would highly recommend him to anyone of any age for lessons
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Peter O, Brooklyn NY
Dave is an amazing drum teacher and even better person. Our son has been studying with him for over 8 years. Dave is not only a great musician and teacher but also has been a good friend and mentor to our son Zach. Dave continues to expand Zach knowledge and open his eyes to all kinds of music. He pushed him out of his comfort zone and you can see the improvement in Zach playing. Recently Dave was able to transition to online lessons and they continue to practice together virtually. Dave is the best! I would highly recommend him.
