Opening
Sep 1, 2025!

John "Bonzo" Bonham, 1969

Coming soon to
Bangor,
ME!

(Formerly Drum Lessons Austin in TX)

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Drum & Piano Lessons

Music Theory

Band Practice

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23+ years teaching experience

Toddlers to adults

Children with learning disabilities

B.A. in Music, Amherst College, MA, 1995

Three smiling children are posing in front of a large, wooden, multi-color light-up sign that reads 'AUSTIN' at a Drum Lessons Austin recital in 2014.

Spring Recital, 2014

B'Boom!

Online and in-person Drum Lessons (and Piano!) for all ages & levels, right here in Bangor, ME! Emphasis is on playing, NOT talking your ear off.

I'll be on piano during our in-person lessons (or drums if you're on piano). Right from the start, I want you to feel what it’s like to "play in a band." It's a lot of fun AND hones your ability to listen and keep steady time whilst rockin' out with other musicians...

An adult male student with a beard and short dark hair is playing drums on stage, smiling, and holding a drumstick. He is wearing a white shirt and is surrounded by musical equipment, including a microphone and an amplifier. From a recital in 2018.

Winter Recital, 2018

B'Bang!

For online lessons, I'll be on drums or piano, giving you a very direct, how-to approach via FaceTime or Meet... Too far away or don't feel like fighting traffic? This is the perfect option!

I offer exercises, songs, and techniques, an entire curriculum that will help you see positive results immediately. Lessons are tailored to your musical tastes and level of commitment...

A young boy is singing into a microphone with his eyes closed and hands raised, dabbing, on stage with drums visible in the background. From a recital in 2018.

Winter Recital, 2018

B'Bangor!

In addition to learning by ear, all my students learn how to read notation and eventually write out their own drum compositions. Just wait, you'll be groovin' AND sight reading by the end of the first lesson!

Uh...What about
VIRTUAL?

Online instruction is available via FaceTime & Google Meet. This is a great option for:

● Live too far away or can't get a ride?

● Snowed in? Sick but don't wanna cancel?

● People with busy schedules

● Stay-at-home parents

● Questions about your setup? I can help!

  • 1967 black and white portrait of Ringo in a suit with a serious expression, set against a tan background.

    − Rachel W.

    "My favorite part of my lessons with him is when we jam out... it really gives you a good feel for what it's like to play in a band with other people!"

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  • '70s photo of Herbie Hancock playing the piano and singing into a microphone.

    − Roxanne H.

    "I'm so so happy I found Pedro! My sons take drum and piano lessons from him. He's patient, has high expectations, a great sense of humor and is an awesome musician."

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  • A black and white side profile of afrobeat drummer Tony Allen, smiling, looking at a drumstick that has the word "Zildjian" on it, set against a pink background.

    − Christopher W.

    "Pedro is a fantastic teacher. Steeped in knowledge and infinitely patient."

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  • Black and white image of legendary drummer Viola Smith, with vintage hairstyle and dress, playing a massive drum set, set against a pea green background.

    − Layla S.

    "Drum lessons with Pedro have taken me from being an absolute beginner to having the confidence to play live shows with a band. Pedro is wise, funny, and a patient teacher. If you have the opportunity to work with him, I highly recommend it!"

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  • A black and white photo of a shirtless Paul McCartney with a goofy expression standing next to Ringo turned toward him, set against a sky blue background.

    − Carrie M.

    "Pedro instills just the right amount of playfulness and rigor in his instruction. Our son has garnered music fundamentals that will last a lifetime!"

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