Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30pm Central Time
7 weekly Zoom sessions • Live Q&A • Access to the recordings
This program is created for people who want more than a handful of songs or random tutorials. It's for beginner and intermediate players who are ready for a clear, supportive path to becoming confident, expressive tongue drum players. Whether your drum was a recent purchase or it's been sitting on a shelf waiting to be played, this course will help you build the skills and confidence to truly enjoy making music.
You own a tongue drum and want to get more out of it
You've learned a few basics but aren't sure what to practice next
You find yourself playing the same patterns over and over
You'd enjoy learning in a friendly, encouraging environment with others on the same journey
You want to feel confident playing for yourself, family, or friends
Week 1 Lesson Plan
Posture & relaxed playing
Grip and efficient mallet movement
Choosing mallets for different sounds
Finding a steady pulse
Developing consistent timing
Warm-up routine
Practice assignment
Week 2 Lesson Plan
Pulse rhythm
16th note flow
Triplets
Syncopation
Playing on beat
Groove exercises
Practice assignment
Week 3 Lesson Plan
Paradiddles
Flams
Flam accents
Ghost notes
Hand independence
Coordination drills
Practice Assignment
Week 4 Lesson Plan
Musical phrasing
Call and response
Repetition vs variation
Building tension and release
Playing with accompaniment
Tongue Drum Duets
Practice Assignment
Week 5 Lesson Plan
Dynamics
Accents
Tempo changes
Time Signatures
Space and silence
Playing for meditation
Playing for relaxation
Playing for others
Week 6 Lesson Plan
Creating melodies
Improvisation frameworks
Question-and-answer phrases
Playing with other instruments
Practice Assignment
Week 7 Lesson Plan
Combining rhythm and melody
Creating longer songs
Recovering from mistakes
Creating a daily practice routine
Final project
This Master Course is brand new, but the teaching methods inside have already helped hundreds of students through my previous tongue drum courses, workshops and community programs.
I’ve been looking for something like this to help me get unstuck in my usual patterns. I like the short segments and how this is organized. The lessons are f...
Read MoreI’ve been looking for something like this to help me get unstuck in my usual patterns. I like the short segments and how this is organized. The lessons are fun to practice and I feel like I’m making some progress! I’ll be signing up for the next course. Many thanks
Read LessThis course is very well thought out with concepts explained in a way that is easy to grasp for a beginner.
This course is very well thought out with concepts explained in a way that is easy to grasp for a beginner.
Read LessI am not musically inclined but feel like I am full of potential after taking your first course. Enjoyed receiving this base education and noticed you have...
Read MoreI am not musically inclined but feel like I am full of potential after taking your first course. Enjoyed receiving this base education and noticed you have a second course I will sign up for once I spend time practicing what you've taught me.
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7 live Zoom sessions
Recordings of every class session
Unlimited access to review lessons at your own pace
Weekly practice guidance
Private Facebook Community
Live Q&A throughout the course
Access to tongue drum & rhythm Facebook community
Course handout including history and tips for caring for your tongue drum
Alexandra Ray
Yes. You'll need your own tongue drum and internet connection to participate. While some of the musical concepts can be applied to other percussion instruments, the lessons are designed specifically for the tongue drum, and you'll get the most value by practicing on your own instrument throughout the course.
Yes. The teaching method I use for this course is designed to work with almost any tongue drum, regardless of brand or scale. The techniques and musical concepts can be adapted to different layouts, so you can follow along even if your drum looks different from the one used in class.
Yes. This course is designed for beginners and advancing students who want more than a collection of random YouTube lessons. If you know how to strike the drum and are ready to build real confidence, you'll fit right in. We'll progress step by step, with each lesson building naturally on the last.
No. The Tongue Drum Master Course is a complete learning path, so it's not necessary to complete my other courses first. If you've already taken Tongue Drum Basics or Beyond the Basics, you'll recognize some familiar techniques, but everything you need is taught within this course and includes new lessons that aren't in my other 2 Basics Courses.
Over 7 weeks, you'll build the skills to play with confidence and expression. We'll cover technique, rhythm, musicality, improvisation, and practical ways to create music that feels natural and enjoyable. By the end of the course, you'll have a clear framework for sitting down with your drum and simply playing—not wondering what to practice next.
Yes. We'll meet live each Tuesday from 7:30-8:30PM Central Time on Zoom for 7 weeks, where you'll receive guided instruction, demonstrations, and the opportunity to ask questions. If you can't attend a live session (or you'd simply like to revisit a lesson) the recordings will be available inside your course lesson page so you can learn at your own pace.
You'll learn both. We'll build a strong foundation in technique and rhythm while also exploring improvisation and musical ideas that help you feel comfortable creating your own music.
During this course I will suggest an exercise to work on each week leading up to the next class. I recommend setting aside just a few consistent practice sessions each week (5-15 mins) to help make steady progress.
Yes. Each live session includes time for questions, and you'll also be part of a private Facebook community where you can ask questions, share your progress, and connect with other students throughout the course.
