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Drum Lessons in Geneva

Looking for drum lessons in Geneva with an experienced and recognized teacher?

My name is Alain Rieder. I'm a professional drummer and educator with over 50 years of experience.
A graduate of the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles, I offer structured, modern, and personalized drum instruction in a high-quality learning environment.

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A clear and personalized approach

Each student benefits from individual guidance based on a progressive method,
enriched with audio examples, targeted exercises, and focused work on time, structure, coordination, and rhythmic language.

I draw on my own educational books — self-published and distributed internationally via Amazon and Lulu for print editions, and by Hudson Music for the digital versions.
I also use standard drum study materials, such as Syncopation by Ted Reed, along with a wide range of classic and contemporary method books from other authors, allowing me to adapt to any need.

What you can learn

  • Play in a variety of styles and develop your time feel
  • Improve independence and coordination
  • Read and interpret rhythmic notation
  • Deepen your understanding of rock, funk, jazz, Afro styles, and more
  • Build technique, listening skills, and overall musicality

Lesson location

Lessons take place in a fully equipped private studio in Geneva, offering a calm, comfortable, and professional environment. You’ll play on an acoustic drum set under great conditions, with high-quality support and materials.

Groove Studio drum lesson room in Geneva

Rates and how it works

🎯 Rates are available upon request.
I prefer to start with a personal exchange to understand your goals and availability. That way, I can offer a lesson structure that suits your level, schedule, and objectives.

Get in touch

📩 Use this form to contact Alain Rieder, professional drum teacher in Geneva — feel free to ask questions or request pricing.

Student testimonials

Here are a few testimonials from students who have taken drum lessons with me in Geneva.
They highlight the effectiveness of my methods, the progress they’ve made,
and the pleasure of learning in a supportive environment.

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    “
    You’ve given me a methodology I can use for a long time; through various and very patient approaches, you’ve helped me overcome many difficulties I had faced with speed, coordination, and independence. Today, I feel like I’ve gained more technique than ever before, without struggling and while keeping my ears wide open.
    – C. G.
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    “
    My encounter with Alain forever changed my relationship with music and the instrument… His exercises demystify even the most complex grooves by breaking them down methodically. Measure by measure, I enrich my playing in a linear, obstacle-free way. Incredibly effective! Thank you, Mr. Rieder!
    – Maxime Beljanski
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    “
    An amazing drum teacher with great professionalism and in-depth knowledge. The lessons are of excellent quality, tailored to each student’s level, with a high-level method that’s incredibly effective for making progress. I highly recommend him!
    – Foteini Lymperopoulou
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Upon confirmation, you'll be able to download:

  • excerpts from Time Initiation & Time Manipulation.
  • explanations of my Pattern Morphing System concept.
  • metronome tracks to use with the exercises.
  • previews of an upcoming advanced and innovative method.