César Á.🇨🇴
Hi! My name is César, but my friends call me Cesitar ☺️✨ I firmly believe we all have rhythm inside us, even those who arrive saying, 'I'm no good at music.'
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Drum and percussion lessons in Bogotá, at home and online
Percussion is music's rhythmic heart and includes much more than the drum kit: congas, bongos, cajón, timbales and Colombian drums such as the tambora, llamador and caja vallenata. Lessons develop a steady beat, coordination between hands and feet, and rhythms from rock and pop to salsa, cumbia and vallenato. You can focus on the drum kit or hand percussion, at home in Bogotá and the surrounding area or online.
From USD 69.99 per 90-minute class (an hour and a half). See prices
- Starting ageFrom age 5
- Lesson formatOnline and at home
- Home lessons inBogotá and surrounding areas
- Vetted teachers2 teachers for percussion
Teachers for percussion
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JuanK C.🇨🇴I'm JuanK, the spoon player: I listen, take things apart, understand them and help you translate your musical world.
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What you'll learn in percussion lessons
- Stick and hand technique: grip, rebound and rudiments such as rolls and paradiddles.
- Coordination and independence between hands and feet on the drum kit.
- Rhythm reading and drum notation.
- Rock, pop, funk, ballad and salsa grooves, among other styles.
- Colombian rhythms such as cumbia, porro, vallenato, bambuco and currulao, on drum kit or hand percussion.
- Playing with a metronome and backing tracks to develop a steady pulse.
When can you start?
From age 5
As a rough guide, children can explore hand percussion from age 5 with instruments sized for them, and drum kit usually starts around age 6 or 7, when they can reach the pedals and coordinate hands and feet better; junior-size kits are available. Every child progresses differently, and for the youngest, early music education is a great way in. Adults can start at any age, and playing rhythms together with other people is one of the most rewarding things there is.
What you need to get started
- An acoustic or electronic drum kit, or a practice pad if you're just starting.
- Drumsticks in the size your teacher recommends.
- A metronome (an app works) and hearing protection if you play acoustic drums.
- For online lessons: a stable connection and a camera that shows your hands and feet.
Why learn percussion
Develops coordination and independence across all four limbs.
Sharpens your sense of time, a skill every musician you play with will value.
It's a very physical and freeing way to make music.
Connects you with the rhythmic richness of Colombian and Latin American music.
Percussion lessons for kids and adults
Lessons vary by age: the pace, the repertoire, and who helps with practice at home.
Drum lessons for kids in Bogotá and online
Start with a practice pad, hand percussion or a junior drum kit. The teacher takes care of the stool setup, hearing protection and noise at home.
How to start percussion lessons
Online lessons from anywhere or at home in Bogotá and the surrounding area, for kids, teens and adults.
Tell us your goal
Message us on WhatsApp with your age, level, availability and whether you prefer online lessons or lessons at home.
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Make progress every week
Lessons at your pace, with clear practice tasks and feedback on your progress.
Online percussion lessons from any country
Lessons are live video calls with the same teacher each week. They are in Spanish, and some teachers also teach in English. Colombia keeps the same time year-round (UTC−5), so it's easy to arrange a regular time wherever you are.
Peru, Ecuador and Panama
The same time as Bogotá.
Mexico City
One hour behind Bogotá.
Miami and New York
The same time in winter and one hour ahead in summer.
Los Angeles
Three hours behind in winter and two in summer.
Buenos Aires
Two hours ahead of Bogotá.
Madrid
Six hours ahead in winter and seven in summer.
Questions about percussion lessons
Do I need a drum kit at home to take lessons?
It's not essential to start: you can begin with a practice pad and sticks to work on technique and rudiments, then add an acoustic or electronic kit later. If you're going to take drum lessons at home, it's best to have the instrument there.
Acoustic or electronic drums: which is better?
Acoustic drums give you the real feel and sound, but they need space and are very loud. Electronic drums let you practice with headphones and control the volume, which is very practical in an apartment. Both work for learning; your teacher will advise you based on your space and your goals.
What do you learn in percussion besides drum kit?
Depending on your interests, lessons can include hand percussion such as congas, bongos, cajón, timbales or guacharaca. This greatly expands your rhythmic vocabulary and helps even if your main goal is drum kit. Tell your teacher which styles and instruments interest you so they can shape the lesson plan.
Can you take drum lessons online?
Yes, especially for technique, rudiments, reading and coordination, using a pad or an electronic kit. With an acoustic kit the sound can overload the microphone, so it's best to move the device farther away or lower its input volume. If you're unsure, compare formats in in-home or online lessons.
Which areas of Bogotá do the teachers cover?
We give in-home lessons in and around Bogotá. Coverage depends on the neighborhood and each teacher’s availability, so send us your approximate address and we’ll confirm.
Can I take lessons from another city or from outside the country?
Yes, through live online lessons by video call, from any city in Colombia or abroad, with the same weekly follow-up. See how online music lessons work.
How much do lessons cost?
Each lesson lasts 90 minutes. With the monthly plan of 4 classes, each lesson costs less than a single class. See your rate on our pricing page.
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