Looking for drum lessons in Oxford or Online?
My name is Oscar Lopez, and I bring years of professional performance and teaching experience to every lesson I offer. Whether you’re a complete beginner, an experienced player, or somewhere in between, I tailor my teaching to meet your needs and help you achieve your drumming goals.
My Approach to Teaching
Drumming isn’t just about hitting things to a beat—it’s about connecting with music, understanding rhythm, and expressing yourself creatively. It’s also about captivating an audience, making them feel the music, and inspiring them to move and dance.
Here’s what my lessons are about:
1. Personalized Lessons: I adapt every lesson to your goals and musical interests. Whether you want to groove to your favorite songs, master foundational techniques, or explore advanced concepts, we’ll create a plan just for you.
2. Practical and Creative: My teaching blends structure with exploration. I’ll guide you through essential techniques like stick control, timing, and coordination while encouraging you to discover your unique drumming voice.
3. Professional Insight: My career as a professional drummer, spanning performances in bands, functions, tours, jazz festivals, cruise ships, and even blues, latin, and metal bands, has shaped my teaching style. These experiences have taught me how to connect drumming to real-world music-making—whether it’s creating entrancing rhythms that pull people onto the dance floor, delivering expressive grooves in a festival setting, or leading a band with precision and dynamics in any genre.
4. Foundation First: From single strokes to complex patterns, I’ll help you build the strong technical base you need to play confidently in any style—rock, jazz, funk, or pop.
What You’ll Gain
• Clear Goals: Whether you’re learning for fun or aiming to perform, we’ll set clear objectives to keep your progress on track.
• Musical Context: We’ll connect drumming techniques to the music you love, helping you understand how the drums fit into your favorite songs.
• A Lifelong Skill: My lessons aren’t just about learning songs—they’re about developing skills you can use for a lifetime.
Are My Lessons Right for You?
I might be the right teacher for you if:
• You want flexible lessons tailored to your practice style. Whether you prefer to receive material to work on independently or to be guided through practice like a training coach during lessons, I adapt to what works best for you.
• You’re excited to explore how rhythm and drumming can captivate an audience—whether it’s making people dance, guiding a band, or expressing emotions through music.
• You’re looking for a teacher who balances patience with high standards, tailoring each lesson to your personal goals and musical style.
• You value a mix of professional guidance and creative freedom, creating a space to build skills while exploring your unique drumming voice.
• You want lessons in-person or online, with a professional setup that includes high-quality audio, video, and multiple camera angles for a clear view of demonstrations.
My Approach to Different Age Groups
• Kids: For younger learners, I make lessons fun and engaging, focusing on building enthusiasm for drumming while introducing foundational skills in a creative, playful way.
• Teens: For teenagers, lessons often involve exploring their favorite music, developing technique, and encouraging them to start thinking about their own style and musical goals.
• Adults: For adult learners, I use their established musical preferences to deepen their understanding of rhythm and drumming. Whether you’re a beginner or revisiting the drums after years away, I’ll help you break down the songs you love and build the techniques to play them confidently.
Ready to Begin?
Get in touch through the contact form for more info or to book your first lesson.