Drum Lessons in Washington

What drum lessons cost across Washington, and how to find the right teacher.

Marc Levesque updated 11/13/26 - 20 min read

Drum lesson prices across Washington
Meet teachers
How drum learning works in Washington
Auditions and events in Washington
Starting at any age
Finding the right teacher
Drum in Washington
Area by area
A little drum history in Washington
Frequently Asked Questions

Drum lesson prices across Washington

A one-hour drum lesson in Washington typically costs $69 to $110, and a half hour $37 to $60. Prices change noticeably from town to town. The Seattle area runs highest, up to $117 an hour.

Every town has two guides: a drum lessons guide, with local schools, events and places to play, and a costs guide, with that town's prices in detail.

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Town	30 minutes	One hour	Guides
Seattle area
Seattle	$39–$63	$73–$115	Lessons Costs
Tacoma	$39–$64	$73–$116	Lessons Costs
Marysville	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Bellevue	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Kent	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Everett	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Renton	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Federal Way	$39–$63	$72–$115	Lessons Costs
Kirkland	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Auburn	$38–$62	$71–$114	Lessons Costs
Redmond	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
South Hill	$39–$63	$73–$116	Lessons Costs
Sammamish	$38–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Lakewood	$39–$63	$73–$116	Lessons Costs
Shoreline	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Burien	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Bothell	$38–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Puyallup	$39–$63	$72–$115	Lessons Costs
Edmonds	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Lake Stevens	$37–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Lynnwood	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Issaquah	$38–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Parkland	$39–$64	$73–$117	Lessons Costs
Graham	$37–$60	$68–$109	Lessons Costs
University Place	$39–$64	$73–$116	Lessons Costs
Spanaway	$39–$63	$73–$116	Lessons Costs
Des Moines	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
SeaTac	$37–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Maple Valley	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Mill Creek East	$38–$62	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Frederickson	$38–$62	$71–$114	Lessons Costs
Mercer Island	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Kenmore	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Eastmont	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
North Lynnwood	$38–$62	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Mountlake Terrace	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Union Hill-Novelty Hill	$36–$59	$68–$107	Lessons Costs
Martha Lake	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Cottage Lake	$36–$59	$68–$108	Lessons Costs
Silver Firs	$37–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Bonney Lake	$39–$63	$72–$115	Lessons Costs
Bothell West	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Tukwila	$37–$60	$69–$111	Lessons Costs
Mukilteo	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Covington	$38–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Arlington	$37–$60	$69–$109	Lessons Costs
Mill Creek	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Monroe	$37–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
Fairwood	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Bryn Mawr-Skyway	$38–$62	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Lakeland North	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Lake Stickney	$38–$62	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Fort Lewis	$38–$61	$70–$112	Lessons Costs
White Center	$38–$62	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Bothell East	$38–$63	$72–$114	Lessons Costs
Elk Plain	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Artondale	$36–$59	$68–$109	Lessons Costs
Snoqualmie	$37–$60	$69–$110	Lessons Costs
Woodinville	$37–$60	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Lake Forest Park	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Lakeland South	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Edgewood	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Newcastle	$37–$61	$70–$111	Lessons Costs
Enumclaw	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Lake Tapps	$37–$60	$69–$110	Lessons Costs
East Renton Highlands	$36–$59	$68–$108	Lessons Costs
Gig Harbor	$37–$60	$69–$110	Lessons Costs
Prairie Ridge	$39–$63	$72–$115	Lessons Costs
Lake Morton-Berrydale	$36–$59	$67–$107	Lessons Costs
Fife	$38–$62	$71–$113	Lessons Costs
Maltby	$35–$58	$66–$106	Lessons Costs
Sumner	$38–$61	$71–$112	Lessons Costs
Spokane area
Spokane	$33–$52	$60–$96	Lessons Costs
Spokane Valley	$33–$52	$60–$95	Lessons Costs
Cheney	$33–$52	$60–$95	Lessons Costs
Liberty Lake	$33–$52	$60–$94	Lessons Costs
Airway Heights	$33–$51	$60–$94	Lessons Costs
Kennewick area
Kennewick	$33–$54	$62–$98	Lessons Costs
Pasco	$33–$53	$61–$97	Lessons Costs
Richland	$33–$53	$60–$96	Lessons Costs
West Richland	$33–$52	$60–$94	Lessons Costs
Vancouver area
Vancouver	$36–$59	$68–$108	Lessons Costs
Orchards	$37–$59	$68–$109	Lessons Costs
Camas	$35–$57	$66–$105	Lessons Costs
Hazel Dell	$36–$59	$68–$108	Lessons Costs
Battle Ground	$35–$57	$66–$105	Lessons Costs
Five Corners	$36–$59	$67–$107	Lessons Costs
Salmon Creek	$36–$58	$67–$107	Lessons Costs
Washougal	$36–$58	$67–$106	Lessons Costs
Ridgefield	$34–$56	$64–$102	Lessons Costs
Minnehaha	$37–$59	$68–$109	Lessons Costs
Felida	$36–$59	$67–$107	Lessons Costs
Mount Vista	$35–$58	$66–$105	Lessons Costs
Olympia area
Olympia	$34–$55	$64–$101	Lessons Costs
Lacey	$34–$55	$64–$101	Lessons Costs
Tumwater	$33–$54	$62–$98	Lessons Costs
Yelm	$34–$55	$64–$101	Lessons Costs
Bremerton area
Bremerton	$33–$55	$63–$100	Lessons Costs
Bainbridge Island	$33–$54	$62–$98	Lessons Costs
Silverdale	$34–$55	$63–$100	Lessons Costs
Port Orchard	$34–$55	$63–$100	Lessons Costs
Poulsbo	$34–$55	$64–$101	Lessons Costs
Bellingham area
Bellingham	$34–$56	$64–$102	Lessons Costs
Lynden	$34–$55	$63–$101	Lessons Costs
Ferndale	$34–$55	$63–$101	Lessons Costs
Birch Bay	$33–$53	$61–$98	Lessons Costs
Yakima area
Yakima	$32–$49	$59–$89	Lessons Costs
Sunnyside	$32–$49	$59–$90	Lessons Costs
Grandview	$32–$49	$59–$89	Lessons Costs
Mount Vernon area
Mount Vernon	$33–$53	$61–$97	Lessons Costs
Anacortes	$33–$52	$60–$95	Lessons Costs
Sedro-Woolley	$33–$53	$61–$97	Lessons Costs
Wenatchee area
Wenatchee	$35–$57	$65–$104	Lessons Costs
East Wenatchee	$35–$57	$65–$104	Lessons Costs
Longview area
Longview	$33–$51	$60–$93	Lessons Costs
Kelso	$32–$50	$59–$92	Lessons Costs
Oak Harbor area
Oak Harbor	$35–$57	$65–$103	Lessons Costs
Camano	$33–$54	$61–$98	Lessons Costs
Other Washington towns
Aberdeen	$36–$58	$67–$106	Lessons Costs
Centralia	$36–$59	$68–$108	Lessons Costs
Ellensburg	$35–$57	$66–$105	Lessons Costs
Moses Lake	$36–$58	$67–$106	Lessons Costs
Port Angeles	$34–$56	$64–$103	Lessons Costs
Port Townsend	$34–$56	$64–$102	Lessons Costs
Pullman	$36–$58	$67–$106	Lessons Costs
Shelton	$35–$57	$66–$105	Lessons Costs
Walla Walla	$33–$51	$60–$93	Lessons Costs

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How drum learning works in Washington

How does drum fit school music in Washington?

Washington schools usually introduce band in fifth or sixth grade, but the exact entry point depends on the district: Olympia and Evergreen begin in fifth grade, while Seattle, Spokane and Lake Washington start in sixth. Drums fit the band route as percussion, alongside the other wind and brass players, rather than as a separate school program. Washington’s music standards include performing, creating, responding and connecting, and public high school students need two arts credits to graduate, one of which may be a Personalized Pathway Requirement. School instrument access also differs by district.

When school music starts in Washington districts

Evergreen Public SchoolsBeginning band5th grade

South Kitsap School DistrictBand5th through 8th grades

Tacoma Public SchoolsBeginning bandSome 5th-grade students

Olympia School DistrictBeginning band5th grade

Lake Washington School DistrictBeginning band6th grade

Edmonds School DistrictElementary instrumental music, band or orchestra6th grade

Northshore School DistrictBand6th grade

Bellingham School District No. 501Band6th grade

Who runs what for Washington drummers?

Washington has separate routes for school-based honors and private-study opportunities. The Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA) runs Junior All-State for grades 7–8 and high school All-State for grades 9–12, but those groups are band, choir and orchestra, not a statewide drum honor group. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) and WMEA jointly oversee regional and state solo and ensemble contests for eligible high school students. The Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA) supports students through independent teachers and performance opportunities, including competitions open to all instruments, so your route depends on whether you want school honors or a broader performance experience.

Who runs what in Washington

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA)

Runs: Co-runs regional and state high school Solo and Ensemble contests.
For: Eligible high school students at member schools

Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA)

Runs: Runs All-State groups and co-runs Solo and Ensemble contests.
For: Middle and high school students, by group

Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA)

Runs: Offers student performance opportunities and competitions open to all instruments.
For: Students of participating teachers

Auditions and events in Washington

How does a drummer reach Washington's top student honors?

For a Washington drummer pursuing formal student recognition, regional Solo and Ensemble contests lead to state placements: winners from 22 regional contests advance to the state contest in Ellensburg each April. The route is open to students at WIAA member schools, with four consecutive years of eligibility beginning in ninth grade. WSMTA’s MTNA Student Performance Competitions offer a separate all-instrument route through state, division and national rounds. WMEA All-State is another school honor opportunity, but the 2027 auditions close November 13, 2026, so that deadline is today; the next cycle is the practical target for a student considering it.

The drum route in Washington, step by step

Regional Solo and EnsembleRegional contests usually run from February through April; winners advance to the state competition.
State Solo and EnsembleRegional winners compete for category placements in Ellensburg each April.
WSMTA performance opportunitiesMusic Artistry is an annual coaching event; MTNA competition follows its own cycle.

The Washington drum year

AugSepOctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJul

WIAA/WMEA Regional Solo and Ensemble ContestsWashington Interscholastic Activities AssociationStart the piece Aug to Nov

Start the piece Aug to NovFeb to Apr

WIAA/WMEA State Solo and Ensemble ContestWashington Interscholastic Activities AssociationStart the piece Oct to Jan

Start the piece Oct to JanApr 23–24

Working on the event piece, 3 to 6 monthsEvent

What do auditions ask you to prepare?

For Solo and Ensemble, a drummer prepares the solo or ensemble material assigned to the chosen contest category; the state contest ranks performers within each category. WMEA’s 2026–27 audition music remains the same as the prior school year, so a student already considering that route can begin with those materials. WSMTA’s Music Artistry Program offers performance and coaching without competition; memorization is required only for its State Recital Competition or high school credit. In weekly lessons, allow three to six months to shape an event piece, building reliable rhythm, controlled sound and a confident performance.

What else is there to enter?

Students who want feedback without a ranking can take part in WSMTA’s annual Music Artistry Program, a noncompetitive performance and coaching event. Drummers seeking a contest beyond school Solo and Ensemble can enter WSMTA’s MTNA Student Performance Competitions, which are open to all instruments and proceed through successive competition levels. The Young Composers Project suits students interested in creating music rather than performing drums; first-place winners are invited to perform their compositions at WSMTA’s June conference.

Drum events in Washington, 2026–27

WIAA/WMEA State Solo and Ensemble Contest

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association

When: April 23–24, 2027
Entry: Ask the organizer
Who: High school students at WIAA member schools; four consecutive years of eligibility beginning in grade 9

WMEA All-State Honor Groups

Washington Music Educators Association

When: Audition deadlines in November 2026; events usually in spring 2027
Entry: Ask the organizer
Who: Middle and high school students; group and grade eligibility varies

WIAA/WMEA Regional Solo and Ensemble Contests

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association

When: Usually February–April 2027; regional dates vary
Entry: Ask the organizer
Who: High school students at WIAA member schools; four consecutive years of eligibility beginning in grade 9

Homeschool and private school students

A homeschooled student can seek WIAA activity eligibility by registering a Declaration of Intent with the school district and meeting academic requirements, which can open a path to high school Solo and Ensemble. Local homeschool support groups also include music activities such as band. For students who do not pursue school eligibility, WSMTA’s annual Music Artistry Program offers a noncompetitive performance and coaching experience.

Starting at any age

Starting a child on drum

A child can begin drums once they can keep a steady beat, follow short instructions and coordinate both hands and feet; there is no need to wait for middle school. Since many Washington districts start band in fifth or sixth grade, private lessons beforehand build basic rhythm reading, sticking and listening skills before a school percussion part arrives. Lessons alongside band then help your child handle the drum set and concert percussion with better control, while a teacher can adapt practice to the child's age and attention span.

A teen in Washington

A teen who wants school honors should first ask the band director which percussion opportunities fit the student's grade, because WMEA All-State is for band, choir and orchestra rather than a separate drum group. High school students at WIAA member schools can pursue regional solo and ensemble contests, with regional winners advancing to state in April. Weekly lessons fit that calendar by building repertoire and technique over time, while a teacher can help a teen balance school parts, contest preparation and other commitments without treating every drummer as a competition student.

Starting or coming back as an adult

Adults can begin drums at any age or return after time away, and informal group playing is a practical first goal. In Seattle, Path with Art hosts free drop-in community jam sessions with drums and other percussion available, so you can play with others without committing to a formal ensemble. A dedicated teacher meets you at your level and shapes weekly lessons around the music you want to play, whether you are learning basic coordination or rebuilding skills.

Finding the right teacher

What should a good drum teacher do?

A good drum teacher builds a student's timing, coordination, sound control and reading in a sequence that suits the music they want to play. That matters in Washington because school band parts and solo contest work ask for different skills, and a younger beginner needs a different pace from an adult returning to the instrument. Training matters, but so does a teacher's ability to explain clearly and respond to the student's personality and goals. Our teachers hold at least a bachelor's degree in percussion, and you can choose one yourself or ask us to recommend a good fit.

How do live online drum lessons work?

In a live Zoom drum lesson, your teacher listens to timing and dynamics as you play and watches your hands, sticks and setup to give immediate feedback. A camera aimed at the kit, a stable connection and a quiet practice space help the teacher see your technique and guide adjustments. In Seattle or Fort Lewis, you or your child gets the same choice of teacher and the same one-on-one weekly lesson without a commute. Lesson With You pairs each student with a dedicated teacher who gets to know how they learn, making it easier to keep a steady weekly rhythm.

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Drum in Washington

Where to hear drum

Washington has options for hearing percussion in several parts of the state. In Tacoma, Symphony Tacoma presents its Mini Maestros family series at Schneebeck Concert Hall and offers student and youth discounts at Pantages Theater concerts. In Burien and SeaTac, Northwest Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 concerts include a family concert, with free admission for students up to age 18 at performances at Highline Performing Arts Center and Holy Rosary Catholic Church. In Spokane, K–12 students can attend Masterworks concerts free through FASTix and Pops and Specials concerts for $25.

Where to play with others

For a young drummer, school band is a natural starting point, with percussion joining wind and brass players. In Olympia, Samba Olywa offers a community percussion setting and has instruments available. Seattle also has Ecstatic Noise, a weekly hand-drumming circle where people make music together. Across these settings, the experience ranges from learning a band part within a larger ensemble to building rhythm in an informal group; the right choice depends on whether you or your child wants structured repertoire or open group playing.

Drum around Washington, area by area

Seattle area

In Bellevue, students placed in Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra’s Philharmonia or Youth Symphony can audition for its percussion ensemble, which also supports those orchestras. Seattle Festival Orchestra has percussion openings and rolling auditions during the 2026–27 season. For concerts, Seattle Chamber Music Society presents chamber performances at Nordstrom Recital Hall from September through May. Together, these options let a young drummer hear and play percussion in both orchestral and chamber settings.

School year: Sep 2 to Jun 21, 39 lesson weeks (Seattle Public Schools)
Town guides: Seattle, Tacoma, Marysville, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Federal Way

Spokane area

Spokane Symphony Masterworks concerts are free for K–12 students through FASTix, while Pops and Specials tickets are $25. For adults who want to play, Lilac City Community Band offers a community ensemble setting. The Fall Folk Festival brings free performances to Spokane each November, giving families another way to hear live music in town.

School year: Aug 26 to Jun 15, 38 lesson weeks (Spokane Public Schools)
Town guides: Spokane, Spokane Valley, Cheney, Liberty Lake, Airway Heights

Kennewick area

In Richland, the Tumbleweed Music Festival is a free public acoustic music event over Labor Day weekend. Full-time students under 21 can also get a Community Concerts of the Tri-Cities youth membership, offering another route to live performances. Richland’s Mid-Columbia youth orchestras provide ensemble opportunities for young musicians, though percussion participation depends on the ensemble.

School year: Sep 2 to Jun 17, 39 lesson weeks (Kennewick School District)
Town guides: Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland

Olympia area

For a live performance in Olympia, the Olympia Chamber Orchestra welcomes all youth under 18 free of charge. Scherler Sundays brings nine free, all-ages shows to downtown Olympia every Sunday in July and August, offering a different setting for hearing music together. These options give you a choice between an orchestral concert and informal summer performances.

School year: Sep 3 to Jun 17, 39 lesson weeks (Olympia School District)
Town guides: Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm

Bremerton area

Bremerton’s free Summer Concert Series brings live performances to town on Tuesday evenings in July. In Silverdale, Kitsap Philharmonic’s intermediate ensemble includes percussion musicians. It auditions students ages 8–21 who have at least one year of experience, giving a developing player a concrete ensemble goal alongside school band.

School year: Aug 31 to Jun 17, 38 lesson weeks (South Kitsap School District)
Town guides: Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Silverdale, Port Orchard, Poulsbo

Bellingham area

Students in Bellingham can buy best-available seats for $10 at the box office starting two hours before a regular-season concert with student ID; youth 18 and under can receive up to two free tickets with an adult ticket purchase. The Bellingham Youth Jazz Band performs around Whatcom County, giving families a chance to hear local big-band music. North Sound Youth Symphony offers another youth ensemble setting.

School year: Aug 31 to Jun 11, 38 lesson weeks (Bellingham School District No. 501)
Town guides: Bellingham, Lynden, Ferndale, Birch Bay

Yakima area

Yakima Valley Community Band presents free public concerts throughout the year, especially through its summer Concerts In The Parks series. Yakima Federal Downtown Summer Nights adds free, all-ages Thursday concerts. These performances give a young drummer chances to hear percussion in local live music and see how it supports a larger ensemble sound.

School year: Aug 27 to Jun 9, 39 lesson weeks (Yakima School District)
Town guides: Yakima, Sunnyside, Grandview

Mount Vernon area

Mount Vernon’s Riverwalk Summer Concert Series offers free, family-friendly live music on Thursday evenings in July and August. Skagit Symphony concerts are another option: children under 16 attend free with a paying adult, and high school and college students attend free with student ID. Hearing orchestral percussion can help a student connect individual drum practice to the timing and color of a full ensemble.

School year: Aug 26 to Jun 16, 41 lesson weeks (Mount Vernon School District)
Town guides: Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley

A little drum history in Washington

Washington's percussion life reaches beyond school band. Western Washington University's annual percussion festival brings together high school ensembles and drumlines, including more than 200 high school percussionists, giving young players a substantial regional gathering focused on their instrument. University of Washington's Percussion Ensemble and UW Steelband performances also reflect the range of contemporary and ensemble percussion heard in Seattle. For a student, that presence means percussion can be a serious musical path with ensemble traditions and public performances, not only a supporting role in band.

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How do I find a good drum teacher in Washington?

Choose a teacher who explains rhythm, coordination and sound in a way that fits your goals and age. Lesson With You offers weekly one-on-one Zoom lessons with teachers who hold at least a bachelor’s degree in percussion, and you can choose a teacher or ask us for a recommendation.

Do live video drum lessons really work?

Yes, a teacher can hear your timing and dynamics and watch your hands and setup live over Zoom. A clear camera view supports real-time feedback, and the weekly lesson avoids a commute while keeping practice connected to your goals.

When do Washington schools start teaching drums?

School band commonly begins in fifth or sixth grade, though districts differ; Olympia and Evergreen begin in fifth grade, while Seattle and Spokane begin in sixth. Drums are part of percussion within band, so private lessons beforehand can build fundamentals for school music.

Can homeschool students enter Washington music contests?

Yes, a homeschool student can seek WIAA activity eligibility by registering a Declaration of Intent with the school district and meeting academic requirements. That can provide a route to high school Solo and Ensemble contests.

What age should a child start drum lessons?

A child can begin when they can follow short instructions, keep a simple pulse and coordinate basic movements. Many Washington school bands begin in fifth or sixth grade, so earlier lessons can prepare a child for school percussion.

Is it too late to learn drums as an adult in Washington?

No, adults can start or return to drums at any age. A teacher can meet you where you are and build timing and coordination around the music you want to play.

How much are drum lessons in Washington?

Drum lessons in Washington typically cost about $82 an hour, or $37 to $60 for a half hour. Lesson With You charges per lesson with no term to sign up for, and the first lesson is free.

Drum lesson prices across Washington

Meet a Drum Teacher in Washington Before Weekly Lessons

Find Your Next Drum Instructor in Washington

Colin Rosso

Eric Weidman

How drum learning works in Washington

How does drum fit school music in Washington?

Who runs what for Washington drummers?

Auditions and events in Washington

How does a drummer reach Washington's top student honors?

What do auditions ask you to prepare?

What else is there to enter?

Homeschool and private school students

Starting at any age

Starting a child on drum

A teen in Washington

Starting or coming back as an adult

Finding the right teacher

What should a good drum teacher do?

How do live online drum lessons work?

Drum in Washington

Where to hear drum

Where to play with others

Drum around Washington, area by area

Seattle area

Spokane area

Kennewick area

Olympia area

Bremerton area

Bellingham area

Yakima area

Mount Vernon area

A little drum history in Washington

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