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Jake K.
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From 14 GBP/30 min.

Jake K.

Drums, Drum Kit, Percussion, Djembe

Jake is a excellent, hard working, enthusiastic drummer who has been playing drums for over 14 years - he has played all over the country, had his per... read more

  • WV11***
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Noemi L. B.
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From 12 GBP/30 min.

Noemi L. B.

Drums, Drum Kit

Enthusiastic Drum Teacher eager to impart the love of music as well as the history, drumming techniques and performance experience onto students of al... read more

  • B13***
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Juraj H.
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From 14 GBP/30 min.

Juraj H.

Drums, Music Production

Juraj has more than 10 years of experience in the music industry. As a drummer, teacher, music producer, and editor. As a graduate of The Institute of... read more

  • SE22***
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Francesco A
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From 24 GBP/30 min.

Francesco A

Drums, Guitar, Music Theory, Bass Guitar

I've been playing music since I was 15 when I discovered drums, living in Venezuela. I've been lucky enough to have had a family that moved around the... read more

  • HA5***
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James H.
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From 12 GBP/30 min.

James H.

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Drums, Drum Kit, Saxophone, Percussion

James is a talented, hard-working and enthusiastic drummer and saxophonist, based in Leeds. In 2019 he graduates from Leeds College of Music in BA (Ho... read more

  • LS6***
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Flo T.
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From 15 GBP/30 min.

Flo T.

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Drums, Drum Kit, Music Theory

Flo is a professional drummer with a wealth of musical experience, from touring internationally (2014-2017) to graduating from Leeds College of Music ... read more

  • LS7***
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Serban M. B.
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From 30 GBP/30 min.

Serban M. B.

Drums, Percussion

Șerban is a professional percussionist/drummer with 32 years of experience performing live in rock and symphonic orchestras. His qualifications, teach... read more

  • W2 4***
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Tom B.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Tom B.

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Drums, Ableton Live, Drum Kit, Logic Pro

Tom is a professional drummer, educator and producer with international experience touring, recording and performing. His experience spans multiple ge... read more

From 18 GBP/30 min.
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Magesh M.
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From 16 GBP/30 min.

Magesh M.

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Drums, Drum Kit, Percussion

I have been lucky enough to play drums for Lionel Richie, Rhianna, Ricky Martin, Chris Brown and many other pop stars. I have taught for over 20 years... read more

  • EH52***
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Jack N.
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From 14 GBP/30 min.

Jack N.

Drums, Drum Kit

Jack is a working musician with an enormous enthusiasm for listening, learning, teaching and performing music . He believes there is a musician inside... read more

  • M23
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Jordan C.
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From 16 GBP/30 min.

Jordan C.

Drums, Percussion, Drum Kit

Jordan believes that the drums are a language of their own, his dissertation ‘The language of drums and how they have been used in conflict, communica... read more

  • BA13***
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Alex R.
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From 16 GBP/30 min.

Alex R.

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Drums, Guitar, Bass Guitar

Alex has been a music tutor since the age of 17 when, after passing his Rockschool Grade 8 a year or so before, he set up his own drum teaching busine... read more

  • SW19***
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Jarred E.
(0)
From 19 GBP/30 min.

Jarred E.

Drums, Drum Kit, Music Theory

Jarred is a British/Barbadian musician and drum teacher based in London. His journey with drums started at a small school called Foundation Groove fou... read more

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Chris L.
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From 12 GBP/30 min.

Chris L.

Drums, Drum Kit, Percussion, Music Production

Hi, I'm Chris. I'm currently work in Bristol bands; Snazzback (jazz 7-piece) and Zoobers (electronic trio). I am also part of busking and improvisatio... read more

  • BS2***
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Joe S.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Joe S.

Drums, Music Production, Pro Tools, Electric Guitar

My experience as a songwriter and performer on multiple instruments as well as my work in live and studio sound engineering informs my approach to tea... read more

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Santiago B.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Santiago B.

Drums, Percussion, Guitar, Bass Guitar

I am a passionate and dedicated musician, percussionist, producer and multi-instrumentalist. I have experience teaching online and in person which I ... read more

  • N12***
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Luigi R.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Luigi R.

Drums, Drum Kit

Often described as “a drummer with an innovative and creative approach to drumming”, “with a groove that is different from the norm and fully aware of... read more

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Harry H.
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From 16 GBP/30 min.

Harry H.

Drums, Drum Kit, Piano

All-round Music Tutor and Drum Specialist. I am a friendly young musician who loves to pass on my musical knowledge to beginners of all ages. If you h... read more

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Aivaras B.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Aivaras B.

Drums, Drum Kit, Keyboard, Music Theory

Aivaras is a Bachelor's performance graduate with over 10 years of experience, specialised in drums. Aivaras has been giving drum lessons covering fro... read more

  • HA1***
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Martin Everett Drum Kit Tutor
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From 17 GBP/30 min.

Martin Everett Drum Kit Tutor

Drums, Drum Kit, Percussion, Music Therapy

Professional Remote Drum Lessons and In Person in Haverhill, CB9. Graduate of Plymouth University BA (hons) Music. I teach Styles and Techniques for t... read more

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George P.
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From 19 GBP/30 min.

George P.

Drums, Drum Kit

Take the opportunity to learn drums in your very own home with a 1-2-1 online lesson. Whether a beginner or more experienced, lessons are carried o... read more

  • BN2***
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Jacob C.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Jacob C.

Drums, Drum Kit

I am an enthusiastic Liverpool based drum tutor and graduate from Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (LIPA), with a First-Class Honours degree in ... read more

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Bertram A.
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From 22 GBP/30 min.

Bertram A.

Drums, Drum Kit

Bertie, a graduate from City University is a London-based musician and teacher working from a fully-equipped, personal recording studio in North West ... read more

  • HA5***
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Harry B.
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From 15 GBP/30 min.

Harry B.

Drums, Percussion

I strive to deliver lessons that the students will find encouraging and rewarding! I focus on reading music as well as good technique and music theory... read more

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Peter L.
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From 18 GBP/30 min.

Peter L.

Drums, Guitar, Ukulele, Sitar

I actually didn't take a serious interest in music until early 1998, when I was playing keyboards and writing songs with a low key band called The Pot... read more

  • OL14***
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Do you want to take drum lessons in London? Looking for a drum tutor to help you sound like Steve Gadd, Nate Smith or Ringo Starr? Then why not start taking drum lessons in Wolverhampton with one of our experienced, professional drum tutors! Taking drum lessons in Wolverhampton with one of our carefully selected high-quality drum teachers will help you see your skills improve in your drum lessons quickly, whether you’re a beginner or advanced drummer, or anything in between. 50% off the first of your drum lessons in Wolverhampton today.

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Why Take Drum Lessons in Wolverhampton?

Drums, one of the loudest but undeniably coolest instruments. Needed in every band, and the instrument that lays down the grooves and keeps the group together. What would a band be without its drummer? Not only is taking drum lessons fun, loud, and a great way to release energy and stress but to play the drums confidently and in time develops discipline, practise skills, and motivation. There’s also a great social aspect that comes with playing the drums - most drummers you meet are in more than one band, therefore playing with more people, and making more music! Start drum lessons in Wolverhampton today with one of our great drum tutors and get 50% off the first of your drum lessons in Wolverhampton!

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We offer high-quality drum lessons in every city, all over the country. Check out drum lessons in some of our biggest locations:

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  4. Drum Lessons in Bristol

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The Drums

Taking drum lessons in London is an awesome idea - drums are the backbone of the band. The unit that keeps everyone together, and the one that gives the groove and feel of the song. However, they have the reputation of being loud, brash and the instrument that parents fear the most! But don’t be alarmed, as well as giving monstrous rock tones, they can be played softly with brushes or mallets. Plus, you can invest in an electric kit, which gives you the option of a quiet house with the noise only coming through headphones! Drum lessons in London are a great way for your child to improve their learning in other areas, too!

Choosing the Right Kit

Choosing your first drum kit is a difficult task. It can help to understand the different parts of the drum, so you can make sure you're getting everything you need! You can talk to your drum tutor in drum lessons in London about buying the right kit!

The Bass Drum

The bass drum is the biggest drum in the kit and is played with a foot pedal. It sits at the centre of the setup. Some bass drums have a hole the size of a roll of duct tape in the front drum head. This allows the air inside the drum to escape and avoids putting too much pressure on the front drum head. This also allows for dampening the sound of the drum - try it out by folding a towel and lying it inside the bass drum, against the front or back drum head. You can change this up depending on what room you're playing in, and what best fits your sound. Your drum tutor can show you how in your drum lessons in London.

The Snare Drum

The highest pitched drum in the kit is called the snare drum. It has strands of metal called snares attached to its underside, which is what gives it its unique sound and makes it great for 'rolls'. The metal snares vibrate against the drum when struck, giving it a multi-dimensional sound. It's worth spending some time getting to know this drum and how it sounds when you hit it in different ways. The snare is often used as a fundamental part in a basic beat, and you'll be using this a lot in your first drum lessons in London.

The Toms

Usually, a drum kit has three toms - rack tom 1 and 2, and a floor tom. When you hear big dramatic fills in a rock song, this is usually what's used! They have a deeper, fuller sound than the snare and are usually used for fills rather than keeping a basic beat.

Cymbals

There are usually three types of cymbals in a standard drum kit:

  • The hi-hat: consists of two cymbals on top of each other. The hi-hat can be controlled with the foot pedal and can be struck with the drum sticks also. You can make a shorter, staccato sound by hitting a closed hi-hat (with your foot all the way down on the pedal) and a stronger, fuller sound with the hi-hat open (foot off the pedal). You can also play just with the pedal - try pressing your foot on the pedal and see what you can do with that sound. For beginners, the hi-hat is usually left closed, as using the foot pedal can be difficult to do at the same time as playing. Once you've had a few more drum lessons in London and mastered some beats with the hi-hat closed, you can start experimenting with different sounds!
  • Ride cymbal: the ride cymbal a single cymbal. It often plays a similar part to the hi-hat but with a more open sound.
  • Crash cymbal: the crash cymbal is used for highlighting certain points in the music e.g. with a hard strike at the start of the chorus. It has the fullest, loudest sound of the three cymbals. It can also be used in a climactic section of music to replace the hi-hat and play the same rhythm but with more sustained, full hits.

Drumsticks

When finding the right drumsticks, it's best to try out a few different styles and makes to see what's comfortable for you. Most drumsticks are made from hickory wood but they can also be made from maple, oak, aluminium, carbon fibre and plastic. It all depends on the sound you want but the most important things are making sure that they are comfortable to play with. You drum teacher can cover this with you in your drum lessons in London.

All manufacturers have a 7A model which is quite light, thin and short. These are great for children. Models 5A and 5B are quite an average size. Here you get more stick and more weight, so they're great for adults playing rock where you'll need to hit the drums harder. Ask your drum tutor about getting the right sticks for your drum lessons in London.

Drum Stands

Drums sound best if they are placed on stands so that both drum heads can resonate freely. Placing the stands properly ensures there are no other elements affecting the vibration of the drums - for example, if one was against a wall, it could dampen the sound. It's also important to make sure that the toms which sit on the bass drum are suspended without making contact with any other part of the kit. This will ensure a clean sound. The tops of cymbal stands are padded to ensure that there is no contact between the metal from the stand and the cymbal, which could damage the cymbal. There is a plastic or rubber collar on the thread and two pieces of felt which go under and over the cymbal. There is also a winged screw attached on the top so the cymbal does not fall off if gets hit hard. If you are planning to play styles of music which require more powerful playing, investing in durable stands is a good idea to protect your precious drums and cymbals! Your drum tutor can show you how to properly set up your kit in one of your first drum lessons in London.

Bass Drum Pedal

The bass drum pedal or kick pedal is a very important part of the kit. Whilst they can be played without adjustment, it is possible to change the angle of the footplate, the speed of response via the spring and the length of the beater rod. The pedal should feel responsive, easy to play and the beater should strike on the centre line of the drum. To avoid damaging the wooden hoop of the bass drum, make sure a small piece of rubber is fitted where the pedal meets the drum. There are a few different techniques you can choose to play the bass drum - a great drum teacher will be able to talk you through these in your drum lessons. Heel up, heel down and foot and leg are just a few of the approaches you could implement to harness the full power of your leg muscles and make a deep, rich sound.

Making a Decision

Some stores will sell a beginner kit which includes the full kit (snare, toms, bass drum), hardware (all stands and pedals), as well as cymbals. Other stores will sell the kit and the cymbals separately. It’s worth going into different shops and seeing what they have available. A lot of drummers choose to buy kit separate to hardware so they can get exactly the sound they want from each part of the kit, especially with regards to cymbals. It's worth consulting your drum tutor in your drum lessons in London so you definitely make the right choice!

Learning Your First Rhythms

When first starting drum lessons in Wolverhampton, it's important to remember: it’s better to do a simple beat well than a complex one badly. There is a lot of coordination involved with playing the drums which is what makes the instrument so difficult. When you’re learning your first beats/grooves, try to really focus on hitting everything at the right time. Start slow and simple, then you can build up to more complex, faster beats.

Sitting at the Kit

Posture is important when playing any musical instrument, but particularly important when playing the drums as you are sitting down for long periods of time. Your drum tutor will cover this in your drum lessons, but here are a couple of tips to get you started:

  • The chair should be set so your thighs are completely horizontal.
  • The snare drum can be adjusted quite easily and should be around the same height as your belt.
  • The hi-hat should be higher than the snare drum - so much so that you could play with crossed hands - right hand on the hi-hat and left hand on the snare drum.
  • The toms should be adjusted so they stand at an angle where you are able to reach them without having to turn your arms.
  • The cymbals should be at a distance where you can reach them easily. Angling them is also important - they can be easily damaged by overloading them. They should not be horizontal but instead, be at a slight angle pointing towards the drummer's belly button.

This is a great starting point to work from - learn more with some drum lessons in Wolverhampton.

Practise Tips

Practising between your drum lessons in Wolverhampton is vital - but daunting. Just think of practising a musical instrument a bit like starting to go to the gym: when you first go, you can’t lift the heaviest weight - you have to work your way up gradually! It's the same idea with music. For the first couple of months, try practising for 15-20 mins a day. After 6 months, try increasing to 30 mins a day. After a year of playing, maybe try an hour a day. It's better to practise regularly for shorter amounts of time than playing for hours on one day, then not being able to do play for the rest of the week. You don't want to injure yourself, or tire yourself out! Little and often develops your technique and helps you build movement memory.

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