Seattle Drum School of Music

Seattle Drum School of Music offers Summer Band Camps, weekly one-on-one private lessons, weekly hour-long ensemble classes, workshops, and one on one online music production tools. It also offers Rock Band Class for Youth in Lake City, African Drum & Percussion Class, Jazz Combo / Jazz Ensemble Class, Classic Rock Band Class, and Blues Jam Band Class.

Programs

• Summer Band Camps — Age 10-17; also ages 8-12 (Beginner) and 12-17 (Advanced) · Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm · $495–$570 per week · One-week summer programs; final Friday concert at 1 pm. Existing students: $495/camp week. Non-Seattle Drum School students: $570/camp week.
• Lesson — Weekly one-on-one private lessons · $55–$360 per month · Private lessons offered in 30- and 60-minute blocks, on a single or ongoing weekly basis.
• Classes — Weekly hour-long ensemble sessions · $122–$143 per month · Youth classes are ongoing; adult classes are for a set period of time. Rates vary for enrolled vs non-enrolled students.
• Workshops — Periodic learning sessions including the monthly Littles session, clinics, info sessions, and special events.
• Rock Band Class for Youth in Lake City — Ages 10-16 · 6:00-7:00 pm · Ability to independently play instrument, to learn songs as a group.
• African Drum & Percussion Class — Kids 6-7 pm; 16+ 7-8 pm · Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm · $40–$130 · Youth + adult class in Georgetown. Tuition: $130/month or drop in for one session $40.
• Jazz Combo / Jazz Ensemble Class — Ages 16+ · Mondays 5:00-6:00 pm · Proficiency on instrument required (at least two years experience, ability to learn songs independently).
• Classic Rock Band Class — Adults (ages 18+) · Saturdays 1:00-2:00 pm · $122–$143 per month · For adults in Georgetown; minimum of 2 years experience on instrument.
• Blues Jam Band Class — Ages 15-adult; for ages 16-Adult · $122–$143 per month · In Georgetown; minimum of 2 years experience on instrument.
• One on One Online Music Production Tools — Online collaborative sessions or in-person at Lake City and Georgetown schools.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $40–$570
• Current session: 2026 Summer Band Camps (Jun 22–Aug 28, 2026)
• General schedule: Summer Band Camps are one-week programs during the summer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Classes are weekly hour-long ensemble sessions. Lessons are weekly one-on-one private lessons.

About the provider

The school is family owned since 1986 and has operated out of the Lake City building in North Seattle since 2016. Steve Smith and Kristy Smith are listed as owners, instructors, and leaders. The school says it is a fun and inspiring place for musical exploration and growth, with a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates students as human beings and fellow artists. It says it believes in acceptance and inclusion and, 'We choose kindness.' Community members are invited to attend Summer Band Camps Friday performances, and The LAB@1010 hosts student showcases, 2nd Sundays at 3 for youth, and a variety of community events.

Summer Band Camps require a $250 non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks prior to the first day of camp. Campers may transfer a reserved spot to a different camp date up to one month before camp starts; transfer is allowed one time. If canceled with less than one month notice, the deposit can be transferred to another camp date if space allows.

Last updated August 18, 2026.