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Jeffrey
- Rate TSh 264,500
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Students26
Number of students Jeffrey has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Jeffrey has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

TSh 264,500/hr
1st lesson free
- Drums
Touring and studio drummer (Nina Hagen, Elektra Records) teaches drum set at his San Francisco studio and online worldwide: groove, technique and real musical confidence at every level
- Drums
Lesson location
Recommended
Jeffrey is a respected member of our tutor community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Jeffrey
I'm a professional drummer with more than 30 years of stage and studio experience, and a dedicated teacher.
I studied music education and performance at the University of Northern Colorado and the University of Colorado Denver. I paid my tuition gigging in country, ska, reggae, punk and rock bands. From there I worked my way through the Bay Area and Los Angeles music scenes. I toured internationally and recorded with the Nina Hagen Band, and I signed to Elektra Records with Ghettoblaster. I've recorded with Josie Cotton, Tyler Hilton and Ralph's World (Walt Disney Records). I've also worked with producers including Eric Valentine, Wayne Kramer, Jacquire King and Geza X.
That career taught me what really matters behind the kit: solid time, a groove that feels good, playing that serves the song, and showing up prepared. Those are the things I teach. I've played across rock, punk, funk, jazz, hip hop, blues and country. I have a deep love for Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Afro pop, reggae and ska rhythms.
I teach because drums changed my life. I grew up in a military family that moved constantly, and drumming gave me focus and identity. I want my students to feel that too, not just learn beats. I love helping students push through the hard parts, because that's where real confidence is built.
I'm based in San Francisco, where I run my own drum studio and still record and perform. I teach all ages and levels in person at the studio and online worldwide.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
How I teach
Drumming is one of the most fun things you can learn, and I want every lesson to feel that way. Each student gets a plan built around their goals and the music they love. You might be nailing your first groove, getting back behind the kit after years away, or taking your playing to the next level. Wherever you're starting, we build from there, one step at a time.
What makes my lessons different
You learn from a working pro who loves to teach. I've toured internationally and recorded for major labels, and I've taught students of all ages for years. I bring that real-world experience into every lesson, along with a lot of enthusiasm for your progress.
Real musicianship from day one. We focus on what makes drumming feel great: solid time, a groove that locks in, dynamics, and playing that serves the song. Technique is always there to help you sound better with real music.
A typical lesson
Check-in: what you practiced, what's clicking, and what we'll tackle next.
Hands: stick control for precision, speed and endurance.
Core skill: the main focus for the week, like a new groove, independence, fills and transitions, or reading.
Play it in music: put it into songs and play-alongs so it becomes music, not just an exercise.
Practice plan: you leave knowing exactly what to work on, so you see progress every week.
What we can explore
Timing, groove and feel
Hand technique and stick control
Coordination and independence
Fills, transitions and dynamics
Reading (optional)
Styles: rock, funk, jazz, hip hop, punk, blues, country, reggae, ska, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Afro pop
Advanced groove work: feel, time, touch, finesse, interpretation
Studio and recording technique for drummers
Where lessons happen
Lessons are private and one-on-one. You can come in person to my drum studio in San Francisco or join live over video from anywhere in the world. Online, I can see and hear exactly what your hands and feet are doing and give you feedback in real time. All ages and levels are welcome.
What you need
In person: just bring sticks.
Online: a drum kit, electronic kit or practice pad, plus a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera that shows your hands and feet, and a solid internet connection. I'll help you get your camera and audio set up in the first lesson.
Let's get started
Send me a note about your experience, the music you love and what you'd like to achieve. In our first session we'll see where you are, set some goals and map out a plan. I'm looking forward to playing with you.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Jeff has an amazing ability to get students past their inhibitions, whatever they may be, and reach their full potential. He makes the process of learning joyful and fun so his students associate playing drums with happiness to see themselves accomplish new and challenging skills.
I really appreciate Jeff's clear presentation of concepts along with his patient teaching style. As a professional musician, seeking to expand my skill set, I needed a teacher who could appreciate where I was with my own music fundamentals, and then give me instruction and practice tasks to make fast progress on the drums. It's clear that one of Jeff's strongest features is his clarity in structuring lessons suited for each individual student. That's a mark of a great teacher!
A consummate professional. His patience and encouragement are unequalled. His approach to teaching is both challenging and uplifting. My abilities as a drummer have surprised even me after a few lessons with Jeff. Highly recommended for drummers of all ages and experience.
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Rates
Rate
- TSh 264,500
Pack prices
- 5h: TSh 1,322,499
- 10h: TSh 2,644,998
Travel
- + TSh 10
free lessons
The first free lesson with Jeffrey will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
online
- TSh264,500/h
Details
Lesson rates (in person at my San Francisco studio or online)
Free 30-minute intro: we talk through your goals, I assess your playing, and you leave with a clear starting plan.
30 minutes: $60. Good for younger students
60 minutes: $100. Best for steady progress and advanced groove work.
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