Drum Lessons
All students must have access to an instrument. For drum students that includes:
A basic drum set is preferred in the home for students to practice. This would include the essentials (bass drum, snare, hi-hat, ride cymbal) Most starter kits come with the essentials.
Students may start with a practice pad and/or snare drum but should look to graduate to a drum set as they continue lessons.
Drum sticks
Teaches: Ages 8 - Adult
Students may start on a practice pad or snare drum
Lucas Fischer
Growing up in a musical family, Lucas began performing at a very young age. Now performing actively as a drummer, percussionist, pianist, and vocalist in Wisconsin, he has performed and recorded with a wide variety of his own groups, including an EP released by his band Substyle in 2019.
He has also played with various artists from Wisconsin including Zachary Finnegan, Sara Rifleman, Kelvin Kasper, and John Greiner, and had the privilege of sharing the stage with artists and groups including John Raymond, Victor Garcia, Ellen Rowe, Andrew Bishop, Greg Jasperse, and Eric Whitacre.
As an educator, Lucas has taught many young pianists and percussionists private lessons, as well as giving clinics at high schools and jazz festivals. Lucas is currently finishing his Bachelor's Degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, studying under Mathew Buchman and Ryan Korb.
Teaches: Intermediate through Advanced: Ages 10 - Adult
Students must be able to read and have a serious interest in music/drums
Tony Wagner
Drummer/Percussionist Tony Wagner is known for being one of the most solid and groove oriented musicians in the music industry. His ability to bring musicians together while creating an unmistakable style of drumming has Tony as one of the most “on call” live performance drummers in the Midwest. Originally from Appleton, WI, Tony studied at the famed Lawrence Conservatory of Music, where he began his career with the nationally known jazz fusion group Matrix. After leaving Matrix, Tony became a long time member of Janet Planet’s jazz combo. In the Fox Cities, Tony also founded and operated the widely known Tony’s Drum Shops. These stores catered to drummers and percussionists. In addition he became well known for his reputation in educating young drummers.
Tony has worked with a variety of musicians from around the Midwest and beyond. He is pleased to bring his specialized skills to central Wisconsin and is excited to take on new students. He continues his career as an independent artist, bringing world class musicians to the area through various venues including the Summer Nights Concerts through the Waupaca Community Arts Board, and the Jazz stage at Arts on the Square. Tony looks forward to working to personally educate young drummers at his private studio and the Arts Hub, while maintaining a busy performance schedule of 100 concert dates per year.
Rebecca Kolonick
Teaches: Ages 8 - Adult
Students may start on a practice pad or snare drum
Rebecca Kolonick grew up in the Waupaca area and is very excited to be back. She has taught in public and private schools for nine years, including teaching grades 4K-12th in different classes such as band, orchestra, general music, and choir. Her specialty is percussion. She enjoys working on a variety of music and looks forward to the different opportunities that the Art Hub presents for the community.
Contact Us
Before scheduling your lessons, we need to understand the student’s current level of experience, and what they are hoping to learn from the instrument.
Complete the Music Lesson Registration Form, and we will contact you to discuss a lesson plan. We look forward to talking with you soon!