Your drum lesson questions

Individual drum lessons cost £25 for 30 minutes or £35 for 45 minutes. Lessons are pay as you go, with weekly and fortnightly arrangements available. Confirm available times and payment arrangements before booking.

I teach at Unit 5, Berkeley Court Business Park, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, BS5 0BX. The studio has acoustic and electronic drum kits. Confirm arrival instructions and any access requirements before your first visit.

I welcome children aged eight and over, teenagers and adults, from complete beginners to experienced drummers. Include the learner’s age, experience and musical interests in your enquiry.

Yes. We can begin by exploring the parts of the drum kit and the role each instrument plays, before putting a simple beat together. You do not need to read music or have previous lessons.

You can use the studio’s acoustic and electronic kits during lessons. Tell me what you have available at home so we can discuss practical ways to practise and any equipment you might need. Ask before making a large purchase.

I specialise in rock, blues and funk, with experience across other styles through performing and recording. Bring a song or artist you enjoy so we can discuss the approach you want to explore.

Weekly lessons are a common choice, and fortnightly arrangements are also available. Choose a routine that allows time to practise and fits your other commitments; ask about current availability.

I have found 30-minute sessions useful for many learners aged eight to twelve, while 45 minutes gives more time to explore a task in depth. We can discuss a suitable length for your age, experience and goals.

Yes. Your musical interests help shape the lessons. We can choose a song or passage that gives us something specific to develop, rather than working through unrelated exercises.

You can begin without reading notation. Rhythm and written patterns can be introduced alongside the beats you play, so the symbols connect to something you can hear and understand.

Bring your musical interests, any questions and information about your previous playing. If you have sticks or learning materials already, mention them when booking and confirm what to bring.

Yes. We can look at a particular groove, fill, coordination challenge or musical style and decide where focused work would be useful. Tell me about any band, recording or performance you are preparing for.

I am DBS checked. Parents and carers are welcome to ask me for current details and discuss lesson arrangements before booking. A check is not a guarantee of safety.

The advertised lessons take place at my equipped studio in Lawrence Hill. Online tuition and visits to students’ homes are not advertised here; contact me if you need to discuss a different arrangement.

Choose a small task from the lesson, work at a manageable speed and listen for a particular detail. Make a note of anything unclear so we can work through it together next time.

Please give at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or rearrange a lesson. The advertised policy charges the lesson fee for cancellations within 48 hours. Any charge must be fair, reflect losses reasonably incurred after costs saved or replacement bookings, and respect your statutory rights. Contact me as soon as your plans change.