Getting started

First lesson — Free!

Schedule your free 30-minute lesson. This will give us both the opportunity to make sure it’s a good student/teacher fit. We’ll go over your current skills, talk about what you’d like to achieve, and find a schedule that works. There’s no obligation on your part. Parents — it’s great if you’re present for this first session.

What You’ll Need

For in-home lessons:

  • Working drum kit — Either a traditional acoustic kit or an electronic kit will work.

  • Practice pad (highly recommended)

  • Drum sticks

  • Hearing protection — In-ear or headphone-type are always recommended when practicing with a traditional acoustic kit and with e-kits at a higher volume settings.

  • Lesson binder (supplied by Black Cat Percussion)

For in-studio lessons:

Everything from above except the kit.

Call, text or email Sophie Powell for more information or to set up your free introductory lesson.

sophie@blackcatpercussion.com
426-615-9002

Frequently Asked Questions

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