Potters Wheel Music School
San Antonio, TX, Bexar
(20)
San Antonio, TX, Bexar
(20)
San Antonio Drum Lessons
Potter’s Wheel Music School for superior drum lessons in San Antonio, Texas. Phil Dalmolin teaches all drum techniques using two acoustic drum sets with emphasis on public performance.
Phil Dalmolin has over 30-years performance history including with the Dixie Chicks, Johnny Bush, Barbara Fairchild and many others.
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20 customer reviews
Sarah M.
Phil is a fantastic drum instructor. Â He was super patient and was very balanced in his approach. My son did book work and also learned to play songs. We only stopped our lessons because we moved. Phil's a great guy. I definitely recommend him! More...
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Curtiss Nagle
Phil is kind , fun and knows what hes doing! My kiddo learned so much from Phil.....highly recommend
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Trisha Passailaigue Trachta
My son Hayden has been with Potters Wheel for some time now...Mr Phil has been and still is a wonderful coach and teacher. My son has grown immensely since he started well over a year ago, probably almost 2 years ago now. More...
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Jim L.
If you're looking for a drum instructor, I'm convinced you couldn't make a better choice than Phil Dalmolin! In addition to his long professional career and skills, Phil is just a natural teacher. The first time I took my son for a lesson, it was really obvious how well he connects to people and how he translates his passion for music into really outstanding instruction. My son has been taking lessons from Phil for 2.5 years now, has become very talented, is the 1st chair in school band for drums, and has the desire and drive to practice (which he does all the time) and become better. So much of the credit goes to Phil for his ability to teach and inspire! More...
Jimmie Lee
If you're looking for a drum instructor, I'm convinced you couldn't make a better choice than Phil Dalmolin! In addition to his long professional career and skills, Phil is just a natural teacher. The first time I took my son for a lesson, it was really obvious how well he connects to people and how he translates his passion for music into really outstanding instruction. My son has been taking lessons from Phil for 2.5 years now, has become very talented, is the 1st chair in school band for drums, and has the desire and drive to practice (which he does all the time) and become better. So much of the credit goes to Phil for his ability to teach and inspire! More...
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Chris nagle
My son wanted to be in band so bad . We took lessons with Phil the summer before band started. I believe the things he learned were vital to him making Rock band !!!
William Flato
Phil Dalmolin is a great instructor for any level player. He’s toured with huge bands like the Dixie chicks and really knows how instill good technique early on. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn drums. More...
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Thanks William! You were one of my premier students! Best of luck in your flourishing music career!
Susana Reyes
My 8 year old has learned a lot in a short amount of time.Phil is excellent and always makes it entertaining for him. I highly recommend Potter's Wheel music school for any age.
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Jeanne Antoinette
My 8 yr. old son is literally taking off with the drums under Mr. Phil's instruction!! And my daughter is learning guitar at his school too. Great place to learn music no matter what age! More...
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Renee Jacobs
Phil is absolute amazing instructor who is really dedicated to your learning. He not only pushes you to learn the basics but He encourages you to go further. I highly recommend Potters Wheel Music. If you are willing to put in the work and time, you will go far with this instructor. More...
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Devin VanceDalmolin
PURE AWESOMENESS!! If your looking to PLAY Drums for real, for real, POTTERS WHEEL MUSIC SCHOOL is what you need in your life. Mr. Phil is 'THEE MAN!"",.. You would be hard pressed to Find a song or Style that he could not teach YOU!! Drums, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, music theory, production. heck...prolly even the Kazoo! ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES, COUNTRY,SWING, LATIN, POP, RAP, You name it! If your wanting to play music in front of people ,Phil Dalmolin is the guy who can get u there, with his hands on approach, and "GIG" oriented mindset, you'll be playing tunes in no time! Mr. Phil is a working Musician and schedules classes during the week. on the weekends you can find him playing with the "Texas Unlimited Band" (aka TUB!) all across the nation! So dont't be shy...press the "CALL" and give Potters wheel music school a ring. I believe the 1st lesson is FREE! More...
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Jeanne Antoinette
My 8 yr. old son is doing great with his drum lessons. Mr. Phil makes it fun and easy to understand rhythm and learn music theory, even for young musicians! My 7 yr. old daughter is also taking guitar lessons here. Both are getting an excellent start in music. More...
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Courtney W.
Phil is an exceptional drum instructor. Â He has tremendous knowledge and has the ability to translate this knowledge to his students. Â I have been taking lessons from him for a couple of months and look forward in a short period of time to see how far I have come. Â I would totally recommend Phil!! More...
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Todd Musgrave
I decided to play the drums at an older age, and can tell you it is possible to teach an old dog a new trick. Phil is obviously a very skilled drummer, but I have also found him to be informative, patient and well organized. I started with the basic 8 note count and have since added bass and snare to my counting, it takes practice, but I making progress and Phil is the reason. More...
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William Flato
I've been taking lessons with Phil since I was in the 8th grade. He is an absolutely amazing teacher. He adapts his curriculum to every student he teaches, and knows how to explain things in terms you will understand. Phil brings a very relaxed environment to every lesson which helps the learning process exponentially, its just a lot harder to learn when you have a "Whiplash" type instructor breathing down your neck! Phil is the reason I earned a scholarship for drumset at Santa Fe University. If you're looking for a school that will actually improve your playing and make you a professional musician, you've found it. More...
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Hunter Lees
I had been playing drums for a few years before I started taking lessons from Phil. I thought I knew a lot but I had plateaued in my drumming. Then Phil came along and helped me grow incredibly. He made me a more technical drummer and helped me learn how to stay in the pocket of the song. Everything he teaches is for a certain purpose and will ultimately make you a much more mature drummer. He is very encouraging and is willing to help in any way but he also expects you to do work by yourself when he Isn't there in order to be ready for the next session. I really enjoyed my time growing in my skills from one of the best drummers out there. More...
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Logan Haywood
Phil is a great teacher! He adapts his teaching so that you really understand what it is that he is trying to teach you. I enjoy every time that I get a lesson from him. I would definitely recommend him as your drum instructor! More...
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Christopher Ramirez
Phil is probably one of the most experienced drummers in San Antonio. I highly recommend Potters Wheel Music School if you're interested in drum lessons.
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Danny Greer
Phil was an amazing mentor to me. When I first started taking lessons from him I already knew how to play drums, but he helped me to refine my playing and taught me new techniques that took my music to a whole new level. Phil doesn't just teach you how to be a drummer, he teaches you how to be a musician, so you can take what you've learned in the studio and put into a performance with other musicians. More...
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Andrei Czerminski
Phil is an excellent drum instructor! He taught me everything I know from the very basics all the way up to playing songs. His way of teaching is unlike anyone i've ever met, he adapts his methods to meet the students specific needs and makes the whole learning part so much fun. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn how to play the drums!! More...
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What do you love most about your job?
Being able to help people follow their dreams of getting better. We all try to grow in whatever we may do professionally or hobby. I really get a deep satisfaction when I see only after a few months people break the barriers they've been struggling with and playing the songs and music they only dreamed of playing before. I like to know that I facilitated a child or adult with tools that made them believe that they were just a little more special because they had put in the effort to be that way.
What inspired you to start your own business?
After professionally playing in dozens of bands over 4 decades I decided it was time to get off the road and start the school I had wanted for a long time. Although I still play professionally, I do so only on a local level and am home every night to sleep in my own bed. I'm lucky enough to still travel a little, but only to the gigs I choose! It's great to be me!
Why should our clients choose you?
Our classes are individually tailored to the student. This is the benefit of personal one on one classes. We offer superior drum lessons for children and adults. Whether you are a parent seeking a good drum school for your child or an adult wanting to learn to play the drums yourself, you have come to the right place. Potter’s Wheel Music School offers private, weekly drum lessons in a clean, safe, and fun environment.
Drum lessons take place in a professional recording studio using two acoustic drum sets and choosing from hundreds of sound tracks minus drums to play along with while learning. Lessons include all drums, techniques and musical styles, playing side by side and taking moments to interject at the appropriate time. Soon enough, we will play together through entire tracks and develop flawless habits!
One major advantage of any type of music lessons is that it teaches our kids the basic principle of work = reward. You must make the time to develop skills that later others will admire. It builds great self esteem because they have achieved (through hard work) something that just anyone cannot do. Play an instrument and be cool! Even if they never choose to be a musician as a career, we’ve seen many make extra spending money entertaining people and being well paid and noticed for their efforts rather than a menial task job making minimum wage, while in high school or college. They can make at least $ as much as other teens and young adults on just the weekend, than working a part-time job at the hamburger joint or bookstore all week long! And be the coolest doing it!
