Do I have to be a certain age to take lessons?
I am experienced in teaching all age groups from children starting a new instrument to 60+.

How often do I need to take lessons?
Lessons can be taken as frequently or infrequently as you want, I find for the greatest improvements one lesson a week is ideal, fortnightly is ok. I recommend that students try to get a least two lessons / month to maintain interest.

What type of music do you teach?
I teach many styles and techniques. Lessons are tailored to the individual student. I use various media including my own syllabus

For beginners I generally start with basic concepts including Drum Kit Physics, Technique, Basic Music Theory, Metre Types (¼ note, 8th note and 16th note beats/fills) Musical Styles/Genres and some rudiments. This leads on to playing along to tunes and understanding basic song concepts.

My Intermediate and advanced students will begin to choose the aspects they wish to learn, these may include, Advanced Techniques (French Timpani Grip, Traditional Grip, Moeller technique) Advanced Rudiments, new time signatures, Independence studies, Study of specific musical genres (i.e. Rock, Drum and Bass, Funk, Jazz, Hip Hop etc) Reading full drum and studio scores, Click track and timing work, Double bass drumming etc.

What facilities do you have?
My home studio is equipped with an acoustic kit triggered through a Roland V-Drums system.  I find the facilities offered by the V-Drums vastly improves student learning, and they are ideal for changing sounds for different genres and have built in teaching facilities.

How many students do you have?
I currently have 33 students ranging from 9 to 60+

Do I need to sit any exams?
No, I can work to Guildhall or Rock School guidelines, however, examination must be arranged with a local centre.

What equipment must I own to play?
You don’t need to bring any equipment with you, however I recommend students purchase a pair of sticks and a practice pad. Ideally students wishing to gain the greatest improvement from lessons should own a drum kit (or practice kit) to practice the new ideas and concepts.

What does it cost to learn?
Lessons are £20 for an Hour or £12 for half an hour. 24 hours notice is requested to cancel lessons.