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Prism School of Music · South Delhi
Drum Classes In Delhi
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Looking for the best drum classes in Delhi? At Prism School of Music you learn drums on real acoustic and electronic kits in soundproof studios, starting with grip, posture and a steady beat and building to grooves, fills and solos across rock, pop, funk, jazz and Latin. Our drum lessons suit complete beginners, children and adults, one-to-one or in small groups, at the school or online.
Every drummer follows a graded curriculum: rudiments such as singles, doubles and paradiddles, reading drum notation, music theory and ear training, with weekly assessments. When you are ready, you can sit graded drum exams with RSL Rockschool or Trinity College London (Rock & Pop), and play live at our recitals at The Piano Man and Hard Rock Cafe and at the monthly Jam'In: structured, stage-ready training that makes for the best drum lessons in Delhi.
Overview of the Program
- Choose from "Basics of Drums for Beginners" or "Advanced Drums Lessons"
- Individual or group classes, at the school or online
- Music theory and essentials of ear training
- Merit-based performances at recitals and Jam'In
- Weekly internal assessments
Certifications
We provide students with a variety of options from an examination perspective, including RSL Rockschool and Trinity College London (Rock & Pop). We provide drums classes for children at our school in Delhi, and for adults. We cannot wait to kick-start the journey with you.
Your drums journey
From your first lesson to Grade 8 and beyond
At our CR Park, South Delhi school we teach acoustic drum kit and electronic kit: rock, pop, funk, jazz and Latin grooves. Every Delhi student follows a mapped journey with regular assessments and a Student Progress Report, so parents and learners always know the next step.
- 01BeginnerBasics of Music 1: posture, technique, rhythm and your first songs. Ages 3+, with two lessons a week for children under 11.
- 02FoundationBasics of Music 2: scales, chords, simple pieces and ear training, plus your first recital or Jam'In.
- 03Grades Initial to 3Grade Education Program: exam pieces, technical work, sight-reading and aural tests with RSL Rockschool or Trinity Rock & Pop. Ages 6+.
- 04Grades 4 and 5Wider repertoire, stylistic control and music theory, performing regularly at our recitals.
- 05Grades 6 to 8Performers Program: advanced repertoire, stage presence and ensemble work, on a mapped journey with regular assessments. Ages 12+.
- 06Beyond Grade 8Pathways Audition Program with Search Education: portfolio, audition preparation and applications to music colleges abroad.
Your journey
Your drums roadmap, quarter by quarter
About six months per grade up to Grade 3, then about nine months per grade to Grade 8: around five and three-quarter years for an average student who attends class every week and practises at home two or three times a week. Aligned to the current RSL, Trinity and LCME syllabi. At our Chittaranjan Park school in New Delhi, your teacher follows this path with you, and you perform at Prism’s recitals and Jam’In along the way. Tap a grade to see what you will learn, and practise each step with our free Music Lab tools.
Debut · about 6 months
Grip, posture and kit set-up; single and double strokes and a basic rock groove.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Metronome
Counting and reading drum notation, simple fills, Debut pieces with backing tracks.
Practise with: Note reading trainer · Slow down music
Grade 1 · about 6 months
Paradiddles, eighth-note grooves, hand and foot coordination.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Slow down music
Grade 1 pieces with simple fills, steady tempo with a click; sight-reading.
Practise with: Note reading trainer · Metronome
Grade 2 · about 6 months
Grade 2 pieces in rock, pop and funk feels; ear tests.
Practise with: Ear training · Slow down music
Grade 3 · about 6 months
Rudiments in grooves and fills: flams, drags and paradiddle variations.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Slow down music
Shuffle and swing feels in Grade 3 pieces; sight-reading.
Practise with: Note reading trainer · Rhythm dictation
Grade 4 · about 9 months
Ghost notes, linear patterns, open and closed hi-hat work.
Practise with: Slow down music · Metronome
Exam preparation: technical exercises at tempo, sight-reading or improvisation, ear tests and a mock exam.
Practise with: Note reading trainer · Metronome
Grade 5 · about 9 months
Sixteenth-note fills built on rudiments, bass-drum independence.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Practice timer
Grade 5 pieces across styles; music theory basics for drummers.
Practise with: Circle of fifths · Note reading trainer
Exam preparation and a band performance at Jam'In, alongside fellow Prism CR Park students.
Practise with: Practice timer · Slow down music
Grade 6 · about 9 months
Advanced rudiments, half-time and Latin grooves, odd time signatures.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Slow down music
Grade 7 · about 9 months
Polyrhythms, metric modulation basics and advanced fills.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Circle of fifths
Exam preparation and a full band performance, alongside fellow Prism CR Park students.
Practise with: Practice timer · Slow down music
Grade 8 · about 9 months
Double bass drum, paradiddle-diddles, the Swiss Army triplet and ratamacues.
Practise with: Rhythm dictation · Slow down music
Grade 8 pieces with complex time-signature changes and creative soloing.
Practise with: Slow down music · Metronome
Final exam preparation and a recorded or live showcase set, alongside fellow Prism CR Park students.
Practise with: Practice timer · Slow down music
Download the drums roadmap (PDF)See every pathway at PrismThis course structure may vary with each student's progress and the teacher's assessment.
How your progress works
- Counselling assessmentYour teacher assesses rhythm, melody, reading and coordination on a 1 to 5 scale, then suggests a starting grade.
- Grade placementYou start at the grade that fits you: Debut for complete beginners, up to Grade 8 or Diploma.
- Quarter by quarterEach grade takes about six to nine months. Your teacher adjusts the pace to your progress.
- Ensemble readinessTeachers assess how you understand, perform and respond to music, then place you in a level 1, 2 or 3 ensemble when you are ready.
- ExamsGraded exams with RSL, ISoM or Trinity, as your course offers them, when you are ready.
- Certificate and stageA certificate as you complete each level, and a stage at our live shows, five or more a year.
Curriculum
What you will learn in our drums classes in Delhi
- Grip, posture and stick control
- Rudiments: singles, doubles, paradiddles and flams
- Reading drum notation
- Grooves in rock, pop, funk and Latin styles
- Fills, independence and coordination
- Playing to a click and backing tracks
- Dynamics, feel and kit setup
- Playing in a band and at recitals
Included with every course at CR Park
More than a weekly drums lesson
Drums lessons in South Delhi
Drum classes for every goal
Whether you are searching for drum classes near you in South Delhi or CR Park, lessons for your child, or exam preparation as an adult, our CR Park school teaches beginners to advanced students, one-to-one or in small groups, at the school or online. Students join us from Chittaranjan Park, Nehru Enclave, Greater Kailash Enclave, Masjid Moth, Greater Kailash II, Nehru Place and nearby.
What is the right age to start drums classes in Delhi?
We start drums from age 6. Younger children begin with our K-12 Programme. Adults are welcome at every level, including complete beginners.
How long does it take to learn drums?
Most beginners play simple pieces within their first two months of weekly lessons and regular practice. A first grade exam usually takes 6 to 12 months, depending on age, practice and the lesson plan.
Do I need my own instrument?
Instruments are available at the school for your lessons. For practice at home you will want your own, and your teacher will help you choose one. Prism students also get two practice sessions at the school for every class paid.
Can I take drums classes online?
Yes. You can learn at the school, online, or a mix of both, and switch between them.
What are the fees for drum classes in Delhi?
Fees depend on the format (one-to-one or group) and how many classes a week you take. We share the full fee structure at your free demo, before you enrol, and instalment options are available. Call 99711 64137 for current fees.
Can adults and complete beginners learn drums?
Yes. Adults and complete beginners are welcome at our CR Park school. You start at the right level for you, move at your own pace, and graded exams are optional.
How long is each class, and is it one-to-one or group?
Classes are 45 minutes, one or two a week, one-to-one or in a small group. Children under 11 in Basics of Music take two lessons a week.
Which exams can I take in drums?
We prepare students for RSL Rockschool and Trinity College London (Rock & Pop), when they are ready. Exams are optional, and your teacher will tell you when you are ready for your first grade.
Do you teach electronic drums as well as the drum kit?
Yes. Lessons run on acoustic drum kits and electronic kits, across rock, pop, funk, jazz and Latin grooves.
Where can I find drum classes near me in South Delhi?
At Prism School of Music South Delhi: B-309, CR Park Main Road, Pocket 40/203, Block B, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi 110019. Our South Delhi music school is on CR Park Main Road in Block B, Chittaranjan Park, a few minutes from Nehru Enclave and Nehru Place. Greater Kailash II, GK Enclave, Kalkaji and Alaknanda are within about a kilometre and a half. Greater Kailash I, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension are within about 4 km, and so are Panchsheel Park and Malviya Nagar. Saket and New Friends Colony are within about 5 km. Nearby metro stations include Nehru Enclave, Greater Kailash and Kalkaji Mandir. Call 99711 64137 to book a free demo.
Drums classes near you
Drum classes near you in South Delhi
Our CR Park school has taught drums since 2023 and is rated 4.4 on Google by 31 students and parents. Prism School of Music South Delhi is at B-309, CR Park Main Road, Pocket 40/203, Block B, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi 110019, a few minutes from Nehru Enclave and Nehru Place. Families come to us from CR Park, Greater Kailash I and II, GK Enclave, Kalkaji, Alaknanda, Kailash Colony, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony, South Extension, Chirag Delhi, Sheikh Sarai, Panchsheel Park, Malviya Nagar, Saket, Govindpuri, New Friends Colony, Okhla and Sarita Vihar, all within about 5 km. The nearest metro stations are Nehru Enclave, Greater Kailash and Kalkaji Mandir. Call 99711 64137 to book a free demo.
Tuesday to Friday: 2:00 to 8:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am to 8:30 pm; Monday: Closed
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Drum lessons at our Delhi school
Drum lessons in Delhi take place at our school at B-309, CR Park Main Road, Pocket 40/203, Block B, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi 110019. It has been teaching in CR Park since April 2023. Many of our students live in Chittaranjan Park, Nehru Enclave, Greater Kailash Enclave, Masjid Moth, Greater Kailash II.
Other courses at the Delhi school include guitar, saxophone, singing, piano, Hindustani vocals, kids’ classes and more.
Fees include GST and there is no registration fee. Start with a short free demo at the school: call 99711 64137 or book online. Between lessons, practise with our free online metronome.
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