Professional drum set and drumline training for the next generation of Kansas City musicians.
20+
Years of Professional Experience
Tyree Johnson
3x
Guitar Center Drum-Off
District winner / finalist
8+
Student Development
Drum set + drumline, ages 8+
18th
& Vine, Kansas City
Historic Jazz District
MORE THAN DRUM LESSONS
KCDA develops more than technique. Students build confidence, discipline, musicality and the ability to perform alongside others — skills that carry far beyond the kit.
01
Technique
Build a strong musical foundation: grip, rudiments, reading, time.
02
Confidence
Develop the confidence to perform, improvise and grow.
03
Development
Keep progressing as a musician, from first beat to stage-ready.
PROGRAMS
Choose the path that fits where you are — and where you want to go.
$100 /month
Learn cadences, technique and ensemble performance in a high-energy group environment.
Explore Program →From $120 /month
One-on-one drum set or private drumline instruction tailored to individual goals.
Explore Program →From $200 /month
Combine group drumline energy with private instruction for deeper development.
Explore Program →Not sure? First drumline class is free. — Explore All Programs →
No pressure, no commitment — just grab a seat behind the kit and see how it feels. Your first drumline class is on us.
Claim Your Free Trial →MEET TYREE
Founder • Instructor • Drummer
Tyree Johnson, known throughout Kansas City as “Tyree the Drummer,” brings more than 20 years of professional drumming experience, performance knowledge and teaching experience to KCDA — plus formal training in music theory and composition.
20+ Years Pro · 3x Drum-Off Finalist
FEATURED IN JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER
In 2022, Tyree Johnson was featured in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s documentary “Where Jazz Lives: The Kansas City Edition,” spotlighting the musicians carrying Kansas City’s jazz and drumming legacy forward.
From the 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District to the practice room, that same rhythm runs through everything we teach at KCDA.
WHERE WE TEACH
Mutual Musicians Foundation — 1823 Highland Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108, 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District.
1823 Highland Ave · 18th & Vine District · KC Missouri
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
A visual story — from first grip to full performance.
01 FIRST DAY — Sticks in hand. No pressure, just rhythm.
02 TRAINING — Technique, timing, reading and rudiments.
03 DRUMLINE — Lock in with the line. Saturday energy.
04 PERFORMANCE — Take the stage. Play for real people.
REFERRAL — KEEP THE RHYTHM GOING
Refer a friend to KCDA and receive 50% off your next month when they enroll and pay for their first month.
01 REFER A FRIEND — Tell another family about KCDA.
02 THEY ENROLL — They enroll and pay for month one.
03 YOU SAVE 50% — You get half off your next month.
KCDA welcomes support for instruments, programming and student development.
THE NEXT GENERATION HAS A RHYTHM
Your next level starts with the first beat. First drumline class is free — no commitment, just come play.
STUDENT STORIES
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THE NEXT GENERATION HAS A RHYTHM
Your next level starts with the first beat. First drumline class is free — no commitment, just come play.