Live group classes in lapstyle frame drum — the most expressive playing position for the round frame drum, where both hands work the head freely — with students from twenty-five countries. Yshai Afterman has been teaching percussion online since 2010, sixteen years of online teaching.
“Online frame drum lessons” here doesn't mean occasional tips or isolated classes. It refers to a structured, long-term process: a comprehensive method for building the language of rhythm itself — layer by layer, over months — guided through weekly live sessions with a small, dedicated group of students from around the world.
The Curriculum
Students
Yshai's frame drum classes are the highlight of my week. The structure of the curriculum, the depth of the compositions, the precision of the feedback — everything is at the highest level. I leave each session knowing exactly what to practice next.Yoseph Goldman · USA · Lapstyle Frame Drum
Once in a lifetime, you may study with a master. Yshai is that master. His teaching goes far beyond technique — it transforms the way you hear, think about, and relate to music.Tamara Kolton · USA · Lapstyle & Upright Frame Drum
I started studying with Yshai years ago, when my knowledge of darbuka, frame drum and riqq were next to zero. His methods and compositions have allowed me to find my connection with these instruments like never before.Eugene Toh · Singapore · Darbuka, Frame Drum & Riqq
Yshai's system is extremely well structured, and he recognises exactly what each individual student needs — whether you're a beginner or advanced. It really was the best decision I made.Sybille Camenzind · Switzerland · Lapstyle & Darbuka
The full arc of the Method is normally about two years — from fundamentals to musicianship. But the choice of how long to study is yours. Some students stay one month, others continue for years. Each month you decide whether to continue.
Every class is recorded and posted to the student portal within hours. You can watch on your own schedule, with full access to sheet music, the practice room interface, and lesson summaries. Missing a live session is not a problem.
The monthly subscription begins on October 1 and bills $155 per month until you cancel. You can cancel at any time from your Stripe customer portal — access continues through the end of the paid month, no questions asked.
Sessions are typically held in the late afternoon to early evening, Eastern Mediterranean time (around GMT+3) — practical for students across Europe, the Middle East, much of Asia, and the morning hours in the Americas. The specific day and time for each group is finalized in late August, after enrollment closes, so the schedule works for the students who actually enroll. You’ll be notified by email well before lessons begin in September.
Yes. If you decide partway through that another of the four instruments calls to you more, the Conservatory can transfer your enrollment to a different group at the start of any month. Talk to Yshai directly.
Enrollment
Billed monthly · Cancel anytime