Oshawa - Drums Lessons

Dan Reiff (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Saturday

Dan started at the piano at age 8, moved to drums in high school band and has been playing for over 25 years. Along with recording and touring experience, Dan has been teaching for 15 years, and has developed a program of lessons that blend basic coordination and technique with listening and timing skills to help students play along to songs or with friends in a band. Dan also has experience with hand drums, including djembe, conga and timbale. He believes rhythm is ingrained in all of us, if you have a pulse you can play!

Dan's rate is $27

Ryan Claxton (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: metal

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday

Ryan is a passionate educator and accomplished session drummer known for his metal drumming and dynamic style across various genres. His career as a session drummer has allowed him to tour across Canada, the US, and Europe, perform on TV via Global, and CHCH, have his music on the radio, and open for major acts. Ryan’s passion for drumming education fuels his dedication to help drummers of all levels achieve their goals, while having the most fun in the process.

Ryan's rate is $27 per half hour lesson, in person or online.

Sarah Varty (Drums, Percussion)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: rock

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Sarah is a graduate of Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Music and studies under drummer, Dave Langguth (Nelly Furtado, Kim Mitchell). As a session musician, she has performed with ensembles such as the Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra and York Opera, and in numerous theater productions. Sarah has also opened for renowned artists like Ritchie Kotzen (Poison, Mr. Big), Platinum Blonde, Ashley McIsaac, and Carl Dixon (April Wine, The Guess Who). Passionate about fostering musical growth, Sarah tailors her lessons to each student’s learning style, helping them cultivate a deep love for music and develop their full potential.

Sarah’s rate is $27 per half hour lesson.

Terrell Malcolm (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Style: jazz

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Terrell Malcolm is a graduate from Humber college with a bachelor degree in music as well as a certificate in commercial jazz performance. He is an accomplished session drummer with over 20 years of experience and is known for gospel, jazz, rock and Latin. Terrell has played with many artists and has instructed many upcoming drummers who desire to become better at their instrument.

Terrell's rate is $28 per half hour lesson.