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Drum Lessons - For beginner and intermediate level

These lessons are perfect for beginner to intermediate drummers who want to develop their skills while discovering their unique sound. Whether you're eager to refine your drumming technique or have never played drums and want to give them a go, I will guide you through it all.

Here’s what you can expect:

- Solid Drumming Foundations: We’ll work on rhythm, coordination, and groove with fun exercises that make mastering the basics feel effortless.

- Find Your Creative Voice: Explore different sounds, dynamics, and rhythms to help you develop your personal style and musical identity.

- Sharpen Your Musical Ear: Develop your ability to add groove, emotion, and dynamics to your playing, so you can truly tell your own musical story.

Who’s This Course For?

- Beginner to intermediate drummers who want to take their skills further
- Musicians who want to explore the world of acoustic and electronic drumming
- Producers looking to add live drums to their tracks
- Anyone excited about mixing acoustic drumming with digital music production in Ableton Live!

Why Learn with Me?

- Personalised Approach: I’ll tailor lessons to fit your skill level and musical style, making sure the lessons feel unique to you.
- For All Skill Levels: Whether you’re just starting or looking to fine-tune your technique, I’ll meet you where you are and help you grow.
- Passionate Teaching: I genuinely love helping others grow as musicians, and I’ll be there every step of the way to guide you through each challenge.
- Fun, Curated Resources: We’ll dive into a variety of learning tools – from audio clips to videos and written materials – to make sure you get the most out of every lesson.

My studio is packed with both acoustic and electronic drums to give you the best sound experience.

Let’s make some music together

I can’t wait to work with you

Extra information

Being your own drumsticks if possible!

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Dundee, United Kingdom
At teacher's location: Kirk Road, Newport-on-Tay DD6 8JB, UK

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Improvisation, Pop, Rock, Sticking pattern
Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

I have performed as a professional musician for the past 15 years. I originally started performing as a session drummer followed by the opportunity to work as a composer which led to releasing albums, touring across the UK and Europe as well as writing music for TV and sound installations.

Education

- BA Popular Music, University of the Highlands & Islands, Perth Campus.
- HND Music Performance - Reid Kerr College, Paisley.
- Working Creatively with Location Sound - Masters module.

Experience / Qualifications

- Degree in music
- Performed all over the UK and Europe.
- my music has featured on TV and radio
- Extensive experience of working and recording in studio settings
- Strong knowledge of music production, in particular using Ableton Live.

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