Ahuntsic, Montreal

Drum Lessons in Ahuntsic, Montreal, QC

Musiprof Drum instructor Mark Nelson posing on his drumset.

Start your drum lessons in Ahuntsic with teachers who live in the neighborhood. Lessons run at your place, close to métro Henri-Bourassa and the riverside parks.

In-person lessons near you — or onlinePrivate lessons · Bands · Recitals
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Vetted teachers

Trained at top music schools

Satisfaction guarantee

If you aren't satisfied with your first lesson, we will credit 50% of the cost back to your account to help you find a teacher who is. Valid for first-time students only.

No hidden fees

Meet our drum teachers

Meet your Drum Faculty in Montreal

Academic Pedigree

Ahuntsic's drum teachers are university- and cégep-trained musicians who live in the neighborhood themselves. Their formal study covers jazz, popular music and percussion pedagogy.

Most stay active as performers around Montreal while keeping a teaching roster close to home. Each one is vetted by Musiprof for teaching experience, not just playing ability.

Local Presence

Lessons happen in Ahuntsic homes, and the neighborhood's houses and duplexes mean more students here have room for a real kit, often in a basement. Teachers walk or drive short local routes between students.

From the streets off Promenade Fleury to the blocks near Henri-Bourassa and the riverside parks, the whole neighborhood is covered. Being local, teachers can offer after-school times that fit family schedules.

Curated Expertise

Rock, pop, funk and jazz drumming are all on the menu, alongside rudiments, reading and groove fundamentals. School band and drumline preparation comes up often with Ahuntsic's many school-aged students.

For students on electronic kits or pads, teachers structure technique work so nothing is lost at low volume. Acoustic players get help tuning and setting up the kit they have.

Where do lessons take place?

Musiprof is a marketplace of independent, vetted teachers — not a school with one address. You choose how and where you learn:

At the teacher's studio

Learn at your teacher's private studio.

At your home

Your teacher travels to you, for a small travel fee.

Online

Live one-on-one video lessons, from anywhere.

Music Lessons in Ahuntsic

Musiprof is a service that connects users to qualified private teachers who teach from their private studio locations or travel to your home in the Ahuntsic area. Please view individual teacher profiles for their specific teaching locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any hidden fees or subscriptions?

No. The price on a teacher's profile is the full price you pay — no subscriptions, no contact fees. Some teachers who are members of the GMMQ (Quebec Musicians' Guild) include a pension surcharge, but this is always included in the displayed price. You are only charged when a lesson is confirmed by your teacher.

Do you offer in-person lessons near me?

Yes — Musiprof primarily connects you with teachers near you for in-person lessons at home or in studio. Online lessons are also available. Beyond private lessons, we offer a band program and community recitals for a complete musical experience.

What happens after I purchase?

The teacher will contact you within 24–48 hours to schedule your first lesson. If there's no contact within that window, Musiprof follows up on your behalf.

What is the refund policy?

You only pay for lessons taken. We refund untaken lessons minus a small cancellation fee (the lesser of $50 or 10% of the remaining value).

How frequently do lessons unfold?

By default, lessons are designed to be taken once per week to help you maintain consistency and momentum. A 5-lesson package, for example, is intended to be completed in 5 consecutive weeks. However, we understand that every student's goals are unique. If your teacher agrees, lessons can be scheduled at a different frequency (e.g., every 2 weeks or once per month). Please discuss your preferred schedule with your teacher during your first contact. Your package includes a 30-day grace period after your last scheduled session. If you are doing bi-weekly lessons, ask your teacher to extend your session dates in the system to ensure your file remains active.

Is there a Satisfaction Guarantee?

Yes! We want you to find the perfect match. If your first session isn't right, contact us within 48 hours. We'll credit 50% of the lesson cost back to your account so you can try a different teacher immediately.

Why should I pay through Musiprof instead of paying my teacher directly?

Paying through Musiprof is what keeps you protected — the Satisfaction Guarantee, refunds, and dispute support only apply to payments made on the platform. Paying a teacher directly (cash, e-transfer) voids those protections, and we can't help if something goes wrong. If a teacher ever asks you to pay outside Musiprof, please let us know.

Is Musiprof like a music school with semesters?

No. Musiprof has no semesters, terms or registration deadlines. You start with a single first lesson, covered by our Satisfaction Guarantee. After that, you continue at your own pace: buy a package of lessons or pay lesson by lesson. Unused lessons are refundable, and you can switch teachers at any time.

Do I have to buy a package?

No. After your first lesson, you can buy a package (usually a better price per lesson) or pay à la carte, where your card is charged after each completed lesson. Each teacher sets their own prices and lesson formats (in studio, at home or online), so check their profile for the details.

More about drum lessons

We're in a duplex. Is an electronic kit the only realistic option?
Not necessarily, but it's the easiest one; with headphones, an e-kit is quieter than a television. If you have basement space, an acoustic kit with mesh heads or scheduled daytime practice can also work, and your teacher will help you decide.
What's a good age for a child to start drums?
Around six or seven, when kids can hold sticks comfortably and follow a steady beat for a few minutes. Younger children often do better starting with rhythm games and hand percussion, which teachers can build into early lessons.
What do we need ready at home before the first lesson?
Just whatever you play on, a pad, an electronic kit or an acoustic set, plus a chair or throne at the right height. The teacher brings sticks, materials and a plan; if you have nothing yet, say so and the first lesson covers gear.
Can lessons be in French, English or a mix?
Yes, most teachers work in both and adjust to whatever the student is most comfortable with. Set your preference when you book and we'll match accordingly.

The Musiprof Community

Many of our drum instructors in Montreal also coach our Band Program. When you learn with us, you're not just getting a teacher; you're joining a local network of musicians.

Musiprof band C'est what posing as a group after the recital at Quai des Brumes in Montreal, Quebec.
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