Jazz Percussion Lessons

Peterson School of Music offers percussion lessons that inspire growth, confidence, and a love for music. With expert instruction and a supportive community, your child will master technique, develop musicality, and experience the joy of playing.

Enroll today and start their musical journey!

DIANA & JOEL PETERSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

Our approach

Courses are designed around the exploration of improvisation, composition and film score. We also offer opportunities for ensemble performances and a monthly jazz jam session free to the public.

A GIFTED MUSIC SCHOOL TRADITION

EST. 2008

Children on stage performing with violins during a concert, audience seated in front watching and taking photos.

What to expect

Weekly lessons

15 in the fall semester, 17 in the spring, with holiday breaks included

Lesson durations

30, 45, and 60 minutes are common, with extended 75 or 90-minute lessons for advanced students

Jam sessions

These are available to the public and offer opportunities for students to practice improvisation together.

Meet the faculty

  • Wachira Waigwa-Stone

    Wachira Waigwa-Stone is an accompanist, performer, composer, session player, and teacher. He holds a master’s degree in percussion performance from the University of Utah. He has toured the country and had his music performed internationally. In addition to serving on the faculty for Gifted Music School, he also works as the Music Program Manager for Tanner Dance and as an accompanist for the School of Dance at the University of Utah.

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Frequently asked questions

Ready to learn more? See further details here, and don’t hesitate to reach out to discuss any additional questions. You can always find us at:

info@petersonschoolofmusic.org

(385) 222-7787

A young girl with dark hair adorned with a flower-themed hair clip, playing a violin while seated in a concert hall with beige patterned chairs.

“We feel lucky to have found this school two years ago. At first, our kids were just in children’s choir, but we later added voice, violin, and piano lessons. All the teachers are top notch!”

Anna Taylor
PSM Parent