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...in SLO has moved from The Drum Circuit to our NEW LOCATION at: MUSIC MOTIVE - 3440 S. Higuera Street #130. Come see our new studios! We now also offer guitar, piano, ukulele, vocals, violin, woodwinds, brass, group classes and more! [MAP]
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Drum School 101 
San Luis Obispo • Paso Robles • Nipomo
Call 805-543-0377
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"Transforming Lives Through Music" ...for over 22 Years!
Benefits of Playing a •Makes you smarter. |
"My drum lessons are often the motivation to make it through each week. My instructor is not just a teacher, he has become a friend and mentor as well. Drumming is a source of confidence and positive energy that applies to every aspect of my life." -David, (age 16) Paso Robles (read more) |
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“Drum School 101 has built a great program. My boys have been taking lessons for less than a year and I can’t believe how they’ve become ‘real drummers’ already. Their teacher is the coolest, most sincere person. He really loves his students.” |
ABOUT US
We were established in 1988 at The Drum Circuit drum shop and now resides at MUSIC MOTIVE in San Luis Obispo as well as two other locations in Paso Robles/Templeton and Nipomo. Our instructors are friendly, patient, professional working drummers who love teaching students of all ages. The curriculum is for all levels, beginner to pro. Students can have fun while improving technique, developing reading skills, and learning a variety of styles. Each studio is equipped with two drum sets (for instructor and student), and multi-media sound systems with wide screen monitors.

INSTRUCTORS (L to R) Jesse Hesch, Dale Moon, Brian Monzel, Mike Raynor, Steve Hilstein, Barrett Grimsley, Wyatt Lund (front), Isaac Laing, Jim Stromberg, and Micah Grogg (not shown).
LOCATIONS
...at San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles (across Hwy101 from Target), and Nipomo (on Tefft Street). Each location has two studios equipped with two drum sets for instructor and student, and a comfortable waiting area for parents.
HOW TO START
To sign up for lessons, call us at (805) 543-0377. Our scheduling and payment system makes it easy for you. We’ll find a location and time that works best for your schedule to get you started right away. It’s that easy!
RATES: 2 Plans To Choose From
MONTHLY TUITION: $110 - Four 1/2 hour lessons per month -5th BONUS lesson is FREE about every 3 months! (For those who intend to be at every lesson)
SINGLE LESSON: $30 - 1/2 hour -cancellation allowed with 48 hour notice
(For those who will miss occasionally)
Registration: $25
Includes unlimited materials and FREE DrumClub 101 Membership
MATERIALS USED
All you’ll need is a pair of drumsticks, practice pad to start. We’ll provide a binder and materials. You may need a specific book or other supplies recommended by your teacher.
HAND PERCUSSION
We also offer conga, djembe, and other ethnic percussion lessons.

Dave LaCaro teaches rumba and son clave styles, 4/4, 6/8, cuban, puerto rican, west african styles, jazz, rock, and swing applied to conga, bongos, chekere, bell, cajon, and misc percussion.
If you don't know what any of that means, don't worry. He's also great with total beginners!
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"Transforming Lives Through Music"
OUR MISSION
To provide high quality music instruction
through private lessons, workshops,
and performance groups.
To draw excellence from every student
and every teacher.
Playing music may be the greatest thing to ever happen in a persons life.
It could be the best investment you will ever make.
Call 805-543-0377
Search lesson times, register,
or manage your account here!
Please rate our website.
Only 3 Questions!
...in SLO has moved from The Drum Circuit to our NEW LOCATION at: MUSIC MOTIVE - 3440 S. Higuera Street #130. Come see our new studios! We now also offer guitar, piano, ukulele, vocals, violin, woodwinds, brass, group classes and more! 






