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AB Music Studios Huntington Beach
- Guitar
- Drum
- Musicians
“Local musicians from Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley STOP buying your picks, tuners, strings, and straps on Amazon- Support your local Music Shop!”
Best Drum Lessons near Manhattan Beach, CA
These schools serve Manhattan Beach from nearby bases in towns including Los Angeles, Long Beach and Huntington Beach.
24 schools listed · 21 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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OC Drum School
- Patient
- Read
- Ability
“It's a challenge for me to squeeze in drum classes in to my lifestyle as a full time engineer and juggling work & family, but Jeff has always been very understanding and works around his schedules to offer classes that works for both of us.”
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Drumville Studios
“Very professional and he cares less about going overtime,he just want to make best of his students,i highly recommended him”
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Long Beach School of Music
“My 5 year old and I have been taking piano lessons for about 8 months with Lisa, and she has been truly amazing, she makes learning fun and entertaining we have learned , music theory, Lisa is a brilliant instructor I never thought I would ever unde...”
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Hollywood Academy of Music and Arts
- Patient
- Class
- Drum
“I can only speak for the vocal instructors, but the two that I've had, as well as the occasional subs, are all very talented vocalists and incredible instructors (the latter being especially important because being a stellar musician is one thing, bu...”
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Tiffany Music Academy
- Piano
- Confidence
- Reading
“My 2 daughters are now being part of Tiffany music for 4 months, and they love it, the older one loves playing drums, she says is easy because the way her Teacher taught, and the little one enjoy so much play with instruments and sign, she just loves...”
The 24 schools listed for Manhattan Beach, CA teach drums. Room treatment, kit brands, lesson length and whether they take adult beginners are whatever each school puts on its own site, and ratings come from public reviews.
Area overview: Manhattan Beach, CA
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 1,479 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise communication (91%), professionalism (91%) and quality (88%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "patient" and "skills". 20 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. Domain records put 17 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
When are drum schools listed for Manhattan Beach busiest?
Visit patterns are recorded for 7 of the 24 schools here, and they show Sundays around midday as the busiest and weekday mornings as the quietest. If you want a calm room and an unhurried teacher, ask about the quieter slots.
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Louder LA
- Students
- Cello
- Chess
“I have been offering Spanish lessons to students in Los Angeles and online for 15+ years and I really love bringing my students confidence to engage in the Spanish language, and love helping people in Los Angeles feel more connected in their communit...”
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Los Angeles Guitar Bass and Drum Lessons
- Learning
- Instrument
- Written
“Being taught by an individual who views his students as peers is critical as this makes the learning processes much less intimidating and significantly more enjoyable, and an enjoyable experience assists in maintaining interest and fostering motivati...”
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Drum Lessons Los Angeles by Thanasi
- Students
- Instruments
- Passion
“I live a little far from his studio (which is very centrally located in Hollywood), but as far as I'm concerned there is not a better drum teacher in Los Angeles, and his excellent teaching skills makes the drive more than worthwhile!”
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Red Pelican Music Lessons
- Music Theory
- Gift
- Voice Lessons
“Coming in to the lessons having played on and off my whole life but never having stuck to the discipline, I've now seen my self grow exponentially from these lessons, to the point where I am stunned by how much I've learned in just a month.”
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Music Teacher LA
- Piano
- Talent
- Audience
“The strong rapport and effective communication between George and my son have significantly contributed to his progress over the past two years, enhancing both his piano skills and his confidence skill.”
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Westlake Music Academy
- Students
- Viola
- Musician
“Afterwards I started taking private voice, songwriting & guitar lessons with Christy because she is literally the best singer & felt like she could help improve my range, breathing & control.”
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Kevin Katich Lessons
- Patient
- Technique
- Skill
“I'm in my 40s and while it feels awkward trying to learn new skills later in life, I found Kevin is an absolute professional with infinite patience, and a delight to work with every time.”
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The Voice Mechanic
- Vocals
- Environment
- Goals
“I've had other teachers over the years,,But so happy to have run across Sean ,& gave him a shot,,Was singing much better after first lesson, improved my breathing control, among other things, Sean Has some unique & different exercises ,Lucky & thankf...”
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Play Drums LA
- Skills
- Rhythm
- Teaching
“I would highly recommend if you are looking for someone who can give you an answer to almost anything on the drums, but also go at a pace that is just right for you.”
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Cornerstone Music Conservatory
“My children have been attending Cornerstone for over five years and have been paired with excellent teachers, working on lessons tailored just enough to push them without burning them out.”
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LA Group Drum Classes
- Patient
- Practice
- Skill
“I'm just over 50 and have been on a mission to increase the adventure in my life - learning to ride motorcycles, taking a hot air balloon trip, going to Cuba with no Spanish skills, riding a Segway, etc.”
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Peaceland Music
“That being said, be prepared to walk into a small space, definitely no frills compared to other music studios we've gone to, which explains the great prices for lessons.”
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Gray School of Music
“They have both been playing now for over 8 years, but it was because of the fun, dedicated instructors when they first started to pick up the piano and violin!”
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Los Angeles Music Teachers
- Patient
- Jazz Improvisation
- Voice
“Given that the violin is probably one of the most difficult instruments to play, I think it speaks volumes that in 5 months Xochitl has made it so engaging and accessible (particularly for an adult student like myself), that I went ahead and purchase...”
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Bloom School of Music and Dance
- Fun
- Recital
- Rock Band
“Christina at Bloom School of Music and Dance teaches Girl's Rock Band and does such a great job of creating a space that allows my daughter to feel comfortable and confident with her instrument in a group setting and on stage.”
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Join the Band Music Lessons Studio
“Our son loves his lessons with her at JTB…we never have to push him to go, ever…he's always looking forward to it and I think that is due to the kind, patient way Natalie teaches.”
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Monrovia Music Academy
- MMA
- Special Needs
- Learning
“I've been a student to MMA for guitar lessons and I love the sounds of guitar and enjoying my guitar lessons with my teacher Beaky she's patient with me coz I'm a slow learner and we always had fun on our sessions ,like new chords for me to learn ...”
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Mozart Music Academy
“Caitlyn for piano for about 6 months now, and he's really flourished under her -- she makes piano fun, helps him concentrate when he's feeling especially wiggly or tired, and her idea to have him learn Pokemon songs was brilliant since he's currently...”
Drum Tutoring Services in Manhattan Beach, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$80
Maximum cost
$450
National Average
$140
Avg Per Hour Rates
$50
$115
$170
Fair price range is based on 394 cost profiles
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