Drum lesson available for beginner, intermediate or advanced students

From 35 £ /h

My name is Daniel I am a professional drummer and a drum tutor currently offering online and in-person drum lessons as well as teaching st secondary schools.
I teach students of all skill levels, from beginners who want drums to be their first musical instrument, to more competent players who are already in a band or creating backing tracks who want to polish their technique or who just want to take their playing to a whole new level.
Learning to play an instrument offers immense benefits, both at an academic and personal level and leads to overall development of an individual. Whether you want to learn how to play drums as a hobby, or you aim to become really proficient at it, dont hesitate to drop me a line.
I look forward to hearing from you and discussing your goals.

Extra information

Bring your own sticks, note book, drum practise pastor drum kit, metronome

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I'm an experienced, organised, dedicated session musician and drum tutor. I've worked with a diverse set of artists in the recording studio, concerts, festivals and music venues. These include Jazz Jamaica, Dylema Collective, Das Brass Band, Nikkita, Aiva, Mabel Agbenorto, Terry Smiles Collective, C.A.M.P Choir, WTW Big Band, Jay Phelps, Spirit Agenda, Myke Masters Band, Mike Soul, Cliff and Marie, Cherise Adams-Burnett, Rio Kai Quartet, Floor Rippers, Alan Weekes Trio, Tomorrow's Warriors, Morley College Big Band and many other gospel, jazz and r & b artists.

I Deliver an extensive genre of drum lessons and percussion workshops also at WAC Arts.

Music Degree successfully completed in 2011 at London Centre of Contemporary Music. My drum teachers included Rod Youngs, Troy Miller, Andrew Small, Steve Brown, Graham Fox, Courtney Daniels.

Education

BMUS Degree In Music Performance and Production at LCCM (2.2)

Leyton Sixth Form College, BTEC National Diploma In Music Practice, Grade (Distinction Merit Merit)

Experience / Qualifications

Grade 8 Trinity Rock and Pop Drums Certificate
Grade 5 Music Theory Certificate,
I have over 4 years teaching experience.

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

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Drums

Metal

Percussion

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Drum and Percussion Tutor available to for lessons

35 £ /h

I deliver Drum lessons, pupils will learn their favourite songs, grooves, fills and rudiments.
I also teach from the rockschool and trinity rock and pop drum books, from grades 1 to 8.
I adapt the lessons to whatever the students goals are, with over 5 years teaching experience in schools and privately I'll get the best out of each student.

My main styles are reggae, pop, jazz, hip hop, r and b, neo soul.

Drum lessons: Go over favourite songs, grooves, sight reading, rudiments, etc.

34 £ /h

I can help you learn your favorite songs, I go through grades 1 to grade 8 in the Rockschool and trinity drum books if a student wants to improve their sight-reading skills.
I go through grooves in various styles, fills, and rudiments. Styles are funk, soul, rock, pop, reggae, jazz, world, Latin, hip hop, etc.
The lessons are adapted to whatever the student's goals and aims are, so whether you want to play in church, play as a hobby, achieve grade 8 in the graded exams or master playing to your favorite songs, I'm here to help.

Tom

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Drum & Percussion Lessons

Percussion – African, Orchestral, Middle Eastern, Indian, Latin
Western – Drum Set
Indian – Tabla, Dholak
Middle East – Darabuka, Frame Drum
African – Djembe, Donno, Brekete, Kpanlogo, Bugarabu
Latin – Bongos, Cajon
Hand Percussion

Want to play in odd time signatures?
Metric Modulation?
Additive rhythms?
Improvisation?
Polyrhythms?

Let me know what you want to play!

Frederic

5.0

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Conservatory graduate teacher gives drums lessons

All styles combined

Pulsation work

Every 10 lessons there is an ensemble lesson to practice what you have learned.

Method suitable for the little ones 4-5 years old
First course without obligation

Stuart

5.0

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Methodology

I base my teaching what the student wants to learn and also through years of teaching and learning I can help guide you on this path.

Techniques, phrase development, solo, accompaniment, odd rhythms and creation of your own sound.

We will cover traditional rhythms from Turkey, the Balkans, Egypt. I can teach darbuka and bendir from beginner to advanced level. Riq, indian tabla, konnakol, cajon, daf, indian tabla and percussion set ups can also be taught

A bit about me:
I have been playing oriental percussion professionally since 2010 with many groups and touring all over the world and I've recorded albums for groups such as Light in Babylon.

Lorenzo

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Je donne cours en français - Description disponible en Français
Do lezione in Italiano - Descrizione disponibile in Italiano

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The course method, inspired by the Agostini school (French method used in French and Belgian academies and conservatories) is divided between technique and drums. At the rate of one session each we will focus once on technique and movements outside the drums (on pads) and the other time on the drums and the application of technique and movements.

-> The technique lessons and the movements will be those of the so-called 'Moeller technique' that I learned through his direct lineage of student.
-> The drum lessons are greatly inspired by the pedagogy of the M.A.I. (Music Academy International - Nancy (fr)) and in particular that of Richard-Paul Morellini, renowned instructor.

The courses are complete, in-depth but above all specifically thought of to be progressive. They are suitable for children from 7 years old as well as adults of all ages.

=> Particular attention is paid to the movements and their correct application, to the total independence of the limbs and finally to an understanding of the rhythm and its theory. My main goal is to give the student complete control behind the drums and skills to be able to self-learn any piece in any musical style. 1 hour of weekly lessons are never enough, they should only be used to fuel the passion that will make you play at home more and more.

On demand or for advancs students:
- I am very passionate about the study of South American rhythms. Due to their complexity, apart from the samba and Baïon ostinatos, they are not included in the program before the advanced level. They can be at the request of the student.
- I am also specialized in metal (musical style) and double pedal. The latter is not included in the program unless requested by the student. The double pedal courses are based on the methodology of Virgil Donati.

Technique:
* Moeller technique (the 'whipping motion' - the Free stroke -Full/Half/Low stroke - accepting the rebound - its application etc.)
* Snare rudiments and their applications through reading systems
* Readings of scores and exercises for the snare drum
* Speed drills
* Military marches
* Control of the different subdivisions (quarter notes - eighth notes - triplets - sixteenth notes - quintuplets - sextuplets - triple eighth notes - nonolets etc.)
* Displacement of accents and polyrhythms
* On request, double pedal technique (application of the Moeller to the double pedal as well as everything listed above but with the feet)

Drums:
* Bass drum reading and independance
* Snare drum reading and independance
* Applications of ghost notes
* The 16 sixteenth-notes ostinatos
* Jazz readings and independence
* Binary and ternary readings
* Coordination and movements of both feet
* Dynamics on the instrument
* Creation of fills and original drum grooves
* On request, application of the double pedal
* On request or for advanced students, readings and independence of South American rhythms (study and independence of the clave/Cascara/Mozambique etc.)

Lucas

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I've been a drummer for almost 20 years now, and I've graduated from both Brussels Royal Conservatory of Music (classical percussion) and Mons Royal Conservatory of Music (pedagogy). I've been teaching percussion, the drums and music theory for a little more than 4 years now.

My students are always the real actors of my courses. No matter what instrument you are learning, be it percussion, the drums, marimba, vibraphone, or music theory, I always pay close attention to your personal goals, and together we devise a unique learning plan that adapts to your strengths as well as your weaknesses.
My courses are aimed at anyone who is willing to put effort into learning music; children or adults, complete beginners or more advanced players who wish to receive additional feedback and insight.

Autonomy, creativity, curiosity and listening skills are the true pillars of my methodology. We pay as much attention to technique as to musicality or listening skills.
Additionally, I provide tailored exercises, on-demand sheet music and transcriptions according to your needs, as well as additional resources and recommendations on my website to nourish your musical life and journey.

I teach the following:
-the drums, in various styles (rock, funk, jazz, shuffle, pop, world music, latin music, on-demand songs) and forms (Moeller technique, speed, rudiments, syncopation, breaks, solo, independence, musicality, double pedal, push-pull, etc.);

-percussion (2 or 4-mallet marimba and vibraphone, xylophone, timpani, cajón, hand percussion), in both contemporary and classical music styles;

-music theory, which can and will easily be integrated into my drumming or percussion courses, or can be taught as a separate course for music students who are seeking remedial education;

-harmony;

-sight reading techniques;

-perfect and relative pitch (experimental)

Rodney

5.0

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Starting from the fact that an Epic Intro of each song can determine the success of your artistic compositions, it is important to say that musical composition is a key tool to create and develop songs and concerts, through ensemble rhythms and their Syncopations you will learn to compose Epic Intros with the Afro-Cuban and Latin flavor. We will use percussion and choir instruments, body percussion and ideophone accessories (bells, Hierros, Kilin, etc.) from Drums BEAT I will teach you the Afro-Beat rhythmic marches that will give musical richness to your projects .

Idris

5.0

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Want to learn to play the drums?
Easy as 1,2,3.
With me you will learn the basics, play along with your favorite music and build your own grooves.
Preferably in my studio, but it can also be at yours.

I have been behind the kit for 18 years in different styles (rock, jazz, reggae, afrobeat).

If you have any questions, please feel free to send a message :)

Anton

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Hi, My name is Anton! I am giving private drum lessons to all levels and all ages! I have Graduated BIMM LONDON, and currently study in Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel.

Drum Lessons Overview:
We’ll analyse your favourite songs, focus on technique, discuss coordination, rhythms, rudiments, grooves, and styles all in a relaxed and fun atmosphere with special attention to student’s personal needs. If you already have some experience, we’ll review what you’ve practiced and determine how to progress further.

About Me:
- I have been involved in music for over 10 years
- Graduated from BIMM LONDON (BMus) Popular Music Performance. Currently studying at Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel.
- I took private lessons from masters such as Pat Davey, and Erik Stams, Sasha Mashin, Ivars Arutyunyan.
- I have extensive experience in most styles of music (pop, rock, jazz, latin, funk, hip-hop, theatre, electronica)
- Played internationally with Luna, Constantine, German Superfin, Zoltan Renaldi, Julija Zakirova and also work in the musical collective of Mikhail Chekhov Theatre in Riga.
- I have been teaching for more than 5 years, and many of my students are now performing with their own groups.

Kevin

5.0

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Sharpen your rhythmic skills and explore advanced rhythmic concepts across genres and traditions.

In these lessons, we'll cover:

Polyrhythms (3:2, 5:4, 7:4, etc.)

Playing in different subdivisions

Playing with rhythmical groupings

Odd time signatures

Carnatic Rhythmical Theory

Intro to Konnakol

Creative rhythmic techniques for composition

I'm a professional guitarist, composer, and teacher with over 10 years of experience in teaching. I specialize in jazz fusion, groove-based music, and progressive styles of music. I studied Carnatic rhythm at the Conservatory of Amsterdam and bring a dynamic, accessible, and creative approach to rhythm training — suitable for all instruments.

Hedi

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A rocker and metalhead at heart, but also a fan of various styles (80s pop, funk, blues), I've been playing drums since I was a teenager... 20 years ago already! Since then, I've played in a band (ex-Minded of Heart), performed on stage (Divan du Monde, La Cigale), composed and recorded hundreds of songs, and today I'd like to share my experience with you.

My method is simple, dynamic and personalized: we will choose pieces together according to your tastes, then we will work on the techniques and skills necessary to master them.

I will help you find your own style, understand the basics of rhythm, accompany a song, play in a band, go on stage... and much more.

Among my influences are artists such as Pantera, The Beatles, AC/DC, Linkin Park...

Please feel free to write to me now with any questions.
Tell me about your influences, your favorite drummers and bands, what made you want to play drums...

Maurane

5.0

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I teach the darbuka and its rhythms according to your objectives:

- Learning the strokes and sounds
- Learning traditional rhythms (Egyptian, Turkish, Greek...)
- Learning rhythmic solfège
- Working on listening to and recognizing rhythms
- History and cultural context of traditional music in which the darbouka is situated.

As a musician and percussionist, I developed my musical knowledge by following the professional training in contemporary music at the Jazz School in Tours from 2023 to 2025. I also received more specific training in the darbuka and Mediterranean rhythms from various percussionists:
- In France (Nicolas Derolin, Mehdi Chaib, Samuel Garcia)
- In Greece (Stratis Skourkeas)
- In Spain (Juana Larreta)
- In Morocco (Issam Ahmad, Issam Kateb)

I look forward to sharing my passion and knowledge with you.

Abir

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Hello, I am Abir, a professional Tabla teacher from India. I have completed my graduation in Tabla from Visva-Bharati University (Sangeet Bhavana) was found by Rabindranath Tagore.
I have over 15 years of training and 7+ years of teaching experience. I teach students from beginner to advanced level with a simple and practical method.
In this class, you will learn:
Basic bols (Dha, Dhin, Na)
Important taals (Teentaal, Keherwa)
Hand technique and clarity
Rhythm development
My goal is to make learning Tabla easy, enjoyable, and effective.

Maximiliano

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I teach drums through improvisation. I started when I was very young, at about 6 years old (I'm almost 30 now), with several teachers, and then continued to teach myself in all the following years. I then had an intensive training on spiritual drumming with a master from Ghana.

In the lesson, I share all I've learnt by myself and deepened with the help of my master.

Ivann

5.0

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A drummer for about 10 years and having played in many musical projects, I am currently studying for a Bachelor's degree at the Bern University of Music with Jim Black and Dejan Terzic.
I offer lessons focused on the joy of playing, whether you want to acquire the basics, see more advanced concepts or simply be able to play your favorite pieces.
A lesson with me usually covers groove, coordination, rudiments, improvisation, including active listening to music and playing along with recordings, but also reading and rhythmic solfège if the student wishes.
I am ready to share my passion with you and help you progress at your own pace, according to your tastes and goals.

Styles: Jazz, Funk, Hip hop, Rock, Pop

Places :
- at home in the Bern area and in French-speaking Switzerland
- in a fully equipped room in Bern
- online with webcam

Franco

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Ever feel like focusing on just one instrument limits your musical vision?
Welcome to a new way of learning. Whether you want to master the drums, dive into rhythm and groove, or explore how melodies come to life, these classes are designed for the curious mind. We believe that in music, everything is connected. You don’t learn an instrument in a vacuum; you learn it as part of a ecosystem.

How It Works:
_Your Main Focus: You choose your primary instrument. That is our anchor, our home base.
_The Connected Approach: In every session, we will open the hood of the musical engine. If we are working on a groove, we will look at how it interacts with the bassline. If we are exploring a structure, we’ll see how other instruments react to it.

The Multi-Instrument Advantage: You won’t just learn how to play; you will learn how to listen like a producer and collaborate like a seasoned pro. By understanding the roles of other instruments, you accelerate your own progress on your primary choice.

Perfect for aspiring multi-instrumentalists, rhythm enthusiasts, and anyone who wants a complete, 360-degree understanding of music.