Maybe you need drum lessons because you want to play the songs you hear on the radio. Maybe you need drum lessons because you want to improve your performance with your band. Or, maybe you need drum lessons because you are an adult that always wanted to play, but never had the support or opportunity. Regardless of your style, level, or goals, Freeway Music is absolutely the best place in Columbia, SC to take drum lessons. Here some things that set Freeway Music’s program apart:

1. Our Drum Instructors

   Our drum instructors are the best in Columbia, SC, and here’s why.

   • Continuing Education

     Not only are the Freeway Music drum instructors highly qualified, but also their continuing education is a vital part of being a drum teacher at Freeway.

   • Locally Involved

     All of our drum instructors are respected members of the local music scene. Some teachers play in popular local and regional bands, while others have degrees from The University of South Carolina. We have the hardest working staff in Columbia and they are constantly performing and supporting the local music scene.

   • Winning Personality

     You are sure to have a pleasant experience with each drum instructor. Not only are the instructors genuinely concerned with the growth of each student, but also they are personable and relay information in a simple way.

2. Performance Opportunities

   At Freeway Music, we pride ourselves on offering our students more performance opportunities than any other music school in Columbia, SC.

   • Showcases and Recitals

     We often pair our drum students with other students to form groups that rehearse and perform in showcases and recitals regularly.  Some of the venues include: New Brookland Tavern, Tin Roof, and Music Farm (Columbia’s only music venue with a 1200 person capacity). There are several clips from our showcases and recitals on our YouTube channel.

   • Open Mics and Open Jams

     Students don’t have to wait until showcases or recitals for playing experience. They can attend one of the many open mics and jams that Freeway Music hosts throughout the city. We host open mics at places like Drip, Beef O’ Brady’s, and Social Grill. Freeway Music even has an open jazz jam every other Tuesday at Delaney’s in Five Points. We keep our events posted on the website to make it easy for students to keep up with what is going on.

   • Events and Concert

     Beyond showcases, recitals, and open mic opportunities, students will have exclusive access to many events and concerts. Some of the recent events include: The St. Patrick’s Day Parade, The Okra Strut, Rhythm on the River, Freeway Music Festival, and First Flush Festival (featuring acts such as Sheryl Crow).

3. Technology:

   A major part of our drum instructors’ training includes incorporating apps and technology, seamlessly and creatively, into their lessons.

   • Apps

     Apps allow the instructor to enhance and accelerate the student’s understanding of rhythm, tempo, sight reading, improvisation, practicing, and more.

   • Equipment

     The drum lesson rooms are equipped with drum sets and practice pads.  All rooms have speakers to plug into to play music, beats, and backing tracks. Each instructor will use a laptop, tablet, or other device to enhance the drum lessons, as well.

   • Blogs and Online Resources

     Freeway Music has a wide array of blogs available for drum students to read and educate themselves on various topics. Students can also find drum “core” materials, as well as a list of businesses that we recommend, on our resources page. Instructors often use online resources and tools to create the best possible lesson experience.

4. Community:

   Freeway Music prides itself on  community outreach and being involved in the local music scene.

   • Partnered Charities

     Some of the charities we have partnered with in the past include: The Children’s Hospital, The Women’s Shelter, The Conner Foundation, Pawmetto Lifeline, and more!

5. Diverse Drum Lessons: 

   Whether you want to play jazz or rock drum set, or rudimental or classical percussion, we have a team of diverse drum instructors that can help you reach your goal.

   • Level

     Freeway Music is able to take young beginner students all the way to advanced drum students. Our drum instructors are well respected in Columbia and often teach other drum instructors. You can start at any level and not have to worry about outgrowing your instructor.

   • Style

     We offer drum lessons for rock, country, blues, jazz, and most every style. Some of our teachers have degrees in jazz studies and some of them play in rock groups. Part of the model of Freeway is to allow students to be free to grow in the way that they want. Our diverse team of teachers allows us the ability to fulfill this goal.