Students will be assessed at their first lesson, this way I can find a starting point for the student. Every lesson is recorded on a lesson video tape to practice throughout the week. Students are given a tape at their first lesson and need to bring it with them every week along with their drumsticks.  Lessons are $18 & up (depending on time slot availability).  Lessons are the same time and day every week. Lessons are not prepaid. I will collect the lesson payment at the end of every lesson. Call Mike for current rates. (1-630)427-0599 I played the Guitar Center Drum-Off in '97 at the Arlington Heights store and won the store finals and went on to the regionals (I won my own Signature sticks through Promark. Just ask for the Mike Semerau drumsticks at Guitar Center in Villa Park). I was ranked #1 in the state and #5 in the Midwest. Along with my sticks I'm also endorsed by Jackson Drums, Trick Drums & Qwik Stix. Around 99' I made a TV Commercial to promote my teaching. It had aired on major networks such as, MTV, Nickelodeon, Fox Family, Cartoon Network and Sci-Fi in the DuPage Count area. After the commercial, teaching became my full time job. I teach 7 days a week and have 90+ students between 2 park districts, 2 music stores and my home. I had a new commercial made recently which aired from 10/06-3/31on MTV, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Animal Planet and Sci-Fi Channel. If you didn't see the commercial click the following link to view it.  DRUM LESSON TV COMMERCIAL I hope this has been informative and it just shows that you can accomplish anything. Don't ever give up! Considered the best drum teacher in Chicago. If you have any questions or need consultation do not hesitate to call. (1-630)427-0599