Is it worth having a teacher if everything is on YouTube?
Nowadays, if you want to learn drums, you just need to go on YouTube and you have thousands of videos available instantly. From basic exercises to advanced techniques. Free. Anytime. That’s why it’s natural to wonder: why should I look for a drum teacher if I can learn on my own?
The answer is simple: because watching is not the same as learning. And much less when it comes to such a physical, expressive, and technical instrument like the drums. In this article, I explain why taking face-to-face lessons with a real teacher here in Barcelona can make the difference between getting stuck or evolving as a drummer.
🎯 1. Personalized real-time correction
YouTube doesn’t correct you. You might be playing a technical exercise with the wrong posture, using too much tension in your wrists, or with inefficient technique… and nobody will tell you.
A good teacher, on the other hand:
- Watches you closely.
- Corrects you on the spot.
- Helps you avoid injuries.
- Teaches you how to optimize your movement to play with more fluidity, control, and comfort.
🎵 Learning drums is like learning to drive: watching videos helps, but you need someone to accompany and guide you through the real process.
This is the space where I give lessons: a fully equipped studio, ideal for you to learn comfortably, focused, and with great sound from day one.
If you are looking for a drum teacher in Barcelona to accompany you step by step in your learning, you can visit our main page where you’ll find more details about the method, available schedules, and how to get started.
📈 2. A study plan tailored to you
YouTube videos are great, but they’re not made specifically for you. A teacher is.
In a face-to-face lesson:
- Your current level is assessed.
- Specific goals are set.
- A progressive and personalized plan is created that adapts to your tastes and needs.
- You can work on varied musical styles.
This saves you a lot of time. Instead of getting lost among thousands of videos, you go straight to what you need to learn at that moment.
🧠 3. You learn more deeply and lastingly
Many YouTube videos are entertaining, but… how many times have you watched one, copied an exercise, and after a few days, you don’t remember it anymore?
With a teacher:
- You internalize the concepts.
- You practice consistently.
- You review and reinforce what you’ve learned.
- You use resources like the metronome, playalongs, or recordings to check your progress.
🥁 Learning is not repeating like a parrot: it’s understanding what you do and being able to apply it confidently.
👂 4. You develop musicality, ear, and judgment
Drumming is not just technique: it’s also listening, sensitivity, groove, communication.
With a teacher:
- You learn to listen to the rest of the music.
- You understand your role within a band.
- You work on dynamics, intention, creativity.
- You train to improvise and to sound with personality.
YouTube can’t tell you if you’re playing with the right feel, or if you’re covering the bass, or if your groove fits the style. But a teacher who knows you can.
🤝 5. Motivation, support, and consistency
How many times have you planned to practice drums every week… and in the end, you didn’t play a single day?
With face-to-face lessons:
- You have a fixed appointment that commits you.
- You receive continuous guidance and motivation.
- You overcome frustration and obstacles better.
- You build a routine that leads you forward.
In the end, having a teacher helps you turn learning into a habit. That’s where the real progress is.
As a drum teacher with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in tailoring lessons for people starting from scratch or returning to the instrument after years. If you want to know more about my background, you can visit the My Experience section.
🌍 6. If you’re in Barcelona, take advantage of what the city offers!
Barcelona is a vibrant city full of culture and live music. If you live here or are just passing through, why not seize the opportunity to learn drums with someone who’s part of that scene?
As a drum teacher in Barcelona, I offer lessons designed for:
- Locals who want to seriously and enjoyably progress with their instrument.
- Foreigners moving here looking for creative activities to integrate.
- Tourists wanting to have a unique musical experience during their stay in the city.
It’s not just about learning: it’s about living music.
🧭 What if you combine both worlds?
I won’t lie to you: YouTube is an excellent tool. I use it, recommend it, and even incorporate some exercises from it for my students.
But the foundation, the structure, the follow-up… that’s built in class, with someone who accompanies you, listens to you, and guides you step by step.
✅ Conclusion: Learn for real, with a real person
Learning drums with a teacher in person in Barcelona isn’t a luxury: it’s an investment in your progress and motivation. Because:
- You save time.
- You avoid frustrations.
- You progress solidly.
- You enjoy the process with more confidence.
🎯 And if you do it with someone experienced, who loves teaching and adapts to you… the difference is huge.
💬 Want to try a lesson?
Whether you’re from Barcelona or just arrived, I invite you to live a real musical experience: lessons in a fully equipped studio, personalized attention, and a 100% tailored approach to you.
→ Write me today and book your lesson.
🥁 Because drums aren’t learned just by watching videos. They’re learned by playing, sharing, and enjoying the journey.
