Luke Simmons Drums

Offering private lessons in drumset & marching percussion.

A holistic approach to learning drums.

— I’m Luke Simmons, a drummer trained in drumset, classical snare drum, & marching percussion since 2016. I teach students seeking beginner & intermediate lessons with a focus on the fundamentals of drumming to keep your hands & mind healthy while loving the process of learning music.

Teaching focus

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Fundamentals

A significant focus on healthy, sustainable drumming techniques that will keep your body healthy so you can play for years to come.

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Reading Music

Regardless of the type of drumming you want to focus on, the ability to read music is essential, making this an integral focus during lessons.

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Your Instrument

Lessons will be catered to achieve your individual goals in the percussion world, focusing on classical snare, drumset, and/or marching percussion.

Drumming Experience

  • Bass drum (2017-2018), drumset (2019), snare drum (2020)
  • Served as drum major (2019-2020)
  • Member of the drumline instructional staff (2025-present)

Marching Spartans (Sparta High School)

  • Snare drum (2021-2024)
  • Performed at all home football games, select away games, & 2 bowl games
  • Performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (2024)

Carolina Band Drumline (UofSC)

  • Drumset (2022-2025)
  • Performed at men’s & women’s home basketball games
  • Performed at women’s 1st & 2nd round (2023), Sweet 16 & Elite 8 (2024), & Final Four (2025)

Carolina Basketball Band (UofSC)