Drum Lessons for Beginners to Advanced Students Wishing to Progress in Areas of Contemporary Study
From 36 £ /h
I am a professional freelance drummer who has been teaching students of all ages for 10 years. I studied Jazz Performance and Theory at the Elder Conservatorium in Adelaide, Australia.
As well as the areas of study and specialisations listed below, Trinity Grade examinations can also be covered.
Areas of study that will be covered:
Time
Technique
Groove
Independence
Stylistic Interpretation
Fluidity
Language Development
Reading
Improvisation
Creative Development
Tone Development
Stylistic History
Performance/Ensemble Contexts
Playing Live vs Playing in a Studio
Beat placement within a jazz framework
Composition
How to Practice
Styles:
Jazz - Swing (Big band and Small Ensemble)
Contemporary Jazz
Fusion
Funk
Groove based music
Latin
Clave
Samba
Bossa
Abukua
Motown
Soul
Online, I teach via Zoom or Skype, although Zoom is preferable. I also teach from home.
For those that are new to the instrument, wanting to develop and progress consistently or for those that are wishing to develop and delve deep within a certain style, area or study, musician or period of musical history.
As well as the areas of study and specialisations listed below, Trinity Grade examinations can also be covered.
Areas of study that will be covered:
Time
Technique
Groove
Independence
Stylistic Interpretation
Fluidity
Language Development
Reading
Improvisation
Creative Development
Tone Development
Stylistic History
Performance/Ensemble Contexts
Playing Live vs Playing in a Studio
Beat placement within a jazz framework
Composition
How to Practice
Styles:
Jazz - Swing (Big band and Small Ensemble)
Contemporary Jazz
Fusion
Funk
Groove based music
Latin
Clave
Samba
Bossa
Abukua
Motown
Soul
Online, I teach via Zoom or Skype, although Zoom is preferable. I also teach from home.
For those that are new to the instrument, wanting to develop and progress consistently or for those that are wishing to develop and delve deep within a certain style, area or study, musician or period of musical history.
Extra information
For online lessons as a minimum you will needs your own sticks, a practice pad, plus any writing materials that you wish to make musical or written notes on. e.g a manuscript and/or lined pad. Headphones and/or ear protection would also be preferable.
For beginners, a drum kit isn't needed straight away - just a pair of sticks and a practice pad.
For beginners, a drum kit isn't needed straight away - just a pair of sticks and a practice pad.
Location
At teacher's location :
- Brizlincote Street, Burton-on-Trent DE15 9DJ, UK
About Me
I am a professional freelance drummer who teaches a studies a wide range of styles.
I compose and play for multiple contemporary jazz and jazz fusion projects that are based in the UK and Australia.
Glenn was awarded a scholarship to study at the Elder Conservatori- um, Adelaide, Australia (2015-2017) While there he studied under John McDermott, Derek Pascoe, James Muller, Dusty Cox and Mark Fergusson. In his first year at uni Glenn started playing for the Derek Pascoe Quartet.
Glenn has toured with the Bat out of Hell UK tour 2021/22 and has recently toured with and played for The Ultimate Buble Tour, Jersey Boys - Walk Like a Man, The John Wheatcroft Electric Band, the Glenn Quintet.
Glenn records remotely from his home in the midlands where he has recently been working with Tyler Venter amd William Markham on various projects, Luke Stevenson on his EP; tracking for Iplaybass for Film and TV; and with Jack Smith on his musical variety album.
Glenn is currently writing and producing 4 contrasting jazz/fusion, Big Band and Latin projects that will be released in the UK and Australia.
I compose and play for multiple contemporary jazz and jazz fusion projects that are based in the UK and Australia.
Glenn was awarded a scholarship to study at the Elder Conservatori- um, Adelaide, Australia (2015-2017) While there he studied under John McDermott, Derek Pascoe, James Muller, Dusty Cox and Mark Fergusson. In his first year at uni Glenn started playing for the Derek Pascoe Quartet.
Glenn has toured with the Bat out of Hell UK tour 2021/22 and has recently toured with and played for The Ultimate Buble Tour, Jersey Boys - Walk Like a Man, The John Wheatcroft Electric Band, the Glenn Quintet.
Glenn records remotely from his home in the midlands where he has recently been working with Tyler Venter amd William Markham on various projects, Luke Stevenson on his EP; tracking for Iplaybass for Film and TV; and with Jack Smith on his musical variety album.
Glenn is currently writing and producing 4 contrasting jazz/fusion, Big Band and Latin projects that will be released in the UK and Australia.
Education
Bmus in Jazz Performance from the Elder Conservatorium.
Student of Peter Erskine 2020 - present
Studied under:
Peter Erksine: 2020-onwards
Elliott Henshaw 2012-2018
Ralph Salmins 2015-2018
Student of Peter Erskine 2020 - present
Studied under:
Peter Erksine: 2020-onwards
Elliott Henshaw 2012-2018
Ralph Salmins 2015-2018
Experience / Qualifications
West End Alive
Bat out of Hell - West End UK Tour 2022 - Deputy
Paul Booth
Mike Dixon
Mike Reed - Let the People Sing
Luke Stevenson - EP
Iplaybass
John Wheatcroft
Ultimate Buble UK Tour
Julian Ferraretto
Derek Pascoe
Adelaide Uni Latin Ensemble
Andee-Louise Hypolite
Bogdan Kominowski
Bat out of Hell - West End UK Tour 2022 - Deputy
Paul Booth
Mike Dixon
Mike Reed - Let the People Sing
Luke Stevenson - EP
Iplaybass
John Wheatcroft
Ultimate Buble UK Tour
Julian Ferraretto
Derek Pascoe
Adelaide Uni Latin Ensemble
Andee-Louise Hypolite
Bogdan Kominowski
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
30 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Reviews
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(GMT -05:00)
New York
At teacher's location
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04-08
08-12
12-16
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20-24
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