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I am a professional drummer who since graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Music from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama has toured the world performing live concerts and shows in some of the most famous Concert halls and festivals. I've most recently finished an extensive tour with the ground breaking Broadway production show Burn the Floor, working closely with featured dancers from the UK hit show Strictly Come Dancing. I’ve taught drums and percussion extensively for the last 15 years throughout schools and privately in London and South Wales, covering grade exams with 100% pass rate and mentoring school concerts. I aspire to leave every student feeling more confident and enthusiastic about this wonderful instrument.

Legato Music was founded in 2003 by Jeannette Chin as a small music business with just a handful of teachers at Taman Fortuna, Penampang. Driven by her passion and unwavering dedication, Jeannette nurtured students, trained teachers, and guided staff to excel, laying a strong foundation for what Legato Music has become today. In 2013, the center relocated to The Peak Suites to accommodate its growth and vision for expansion. Over the years, it has flourished into a vibrant music hub, supported by a dedicated team of around 20 members offering hundreds of weekly classes. Jeannette’s remarkable contributions to Legato Music remain at the heart of its success, and her vision continues to inspire its mission. In July 2022, the leadership baton was passed to a team of five accomplished and passionate individuals—Raymond Goh (Principal), Joanne Vun, Jude Limus, Kienz Wong, and Samuel Siaw. Having been among Jeannette’s most trusted team members and teachers, they bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to upholding her legacy. Together, they are dedicated to furthering Legato Music’s mission, fostering creativity, and nurturing future generations of musicians. Under their leadership, Legato Music is poised to continue thriving as a beacon of musical excellence and creative education in Kota Kinabalu, inspiring students and the community for years to come. At the beginning of 2025, Legato Music reached an exciting milestone with its expansion to Likas Square. The new space offers a larger unit, a beautifully designed recital hall, and additional classrooms equipped with enhanced facilities. This expansion reflects our commitment to providing an inspiring environment where students can grow, thrive, and take their musical journey to the next level. Legato Music is a dynamic hub for music and creative arts education in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality education, training, and performance opportunities to students of all ages and skill levels. Our passion lies in fostering a deep love for music and the arts, while empowering individuals to explore and express their creativity.

Raymond Goh is a seasoned drum teacher, performer, and Principal of Legato Music in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. As a passionate educator and musician, Raymond leads one of Sabah’s most vibrant music schools, helping students of all ages build confidence, technique, and creativity through structured lessons, live performance opportunities, and supportive mentorship. Beyond the classroom, Raymond is a prolific content creator and drummer, known online as RaymondGohDrums. He has produced hundreds of drum cover videos on YouTube, showcasing his versatility across genres and his deep musicality behind the kit. Raymond not only performs full-playthrough covers but also meticulously transcribes drum notation for many songs he plays, making his work a valuable learning resource for drummers around the world. His transcriptions are available in PDF format and cater to learners seeking to improve their sight-reading and performance skills.

David Fernández es músico, docente y director de academia, con más de 15 años de experiencia en la enseñanza musical. Cuenta con una maestría en Estudios Musicales y Literarios, formación que ha influido directamente en su enfoque pedagógico, combinando la técnica instrumental con una comprensión profunda del contexto artístico y cultural de la música. A lo largo de su trayectoria ha trabajado con niños, jóvenes y adultos, desarrollando programas de iniciación musical, clases individuales de instrumento y ensambles, siempre con un énfasis en la formación integral del alumno. Es fundador y director de su propia academia de música, donde coordina y supervisa los procesos académicos y formativos, buscando ofrecer una educación musical clara, sólida y accesible. Su labor docente se caracteriza por un enfoque cercano, estructurado y adaptable a las necesidades de cada estudiante, fomentando tanto el aprendizaje técnico como el disfrute y la continuidad en la música

I am a songwriter, composer, and musician based in Edinburgh who believes that learning music is a fun and useful skill that anyone can learn. I write and play in a variety of styles and instruments and besides composition and performance, I have also worked in music tech as an engineer at both music festivals and at renowned venues in Brighton and Edinburgh. As a composer, I have experience creating soundtracks for films, video games, and audiobooks. I have studied music at A level, Bachelor's, and now Master's level, and I have several years of teaching experience across various subjects. I'd love to hear from you - let me know about your goals and interests as I tailor my teaching to each of my student's specific needs, whether that's to pass your exams at school, to start finding work in music, or just for fun!

Central Music Institute (CMI) is a multitude award-winning music institution known for delivering structured, high-quality classical and contemporary music education to students across the globe. With a strong international presence, CMI offers both elite in-person training at its campuses and a comprehensive online learning platform, ensuring the same standard of instruction regardless of location. CMI provides carefully designed programmes for students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced performers. Teaching at CMI is grounded in internationally respected pedagogical frameworks, with a clear focus on technique, musical understanding, discipline, and steady progression. Lessons are structured, progress is monitored, and learning outcomes are clearly defined. A defining strength of CMI is its faculty. The institute curates and appoints some of the finest music educators and performers from leading music schools and professional backgrounds across the world. This carefully selected faculty brings global perspective, depth of expertise, and refined teaching practices, ensuring students learn from accomplished musicians at the highest level. The institute has successfully trained thousands of students for internationally recognised music examinations conducted by Trinity College London, ABRSM, MTB Exams, LCME, and Rockschool London. Alongside examination preparation, CMI places strong emphasis on ensemble playing, aural development, musical literacy, and interpretative skills, ensuring students develop as well-rounded musicians. Performance is an integral part of the learning process at CMI. Students regularly participate in curated concerts, performance showcases, and masterclasses led by accomplished musicians, offered both on campus and through digital platforms. These experiences help build confidence, stage presence, and professional musicianship. CMI is intentionally not a volume-driven institution. It operates with a long-term vision, prioritising depth, consistency, and high standards over rapid outcomes. Through disciplined training, thoughtful mentorship, and a balance of tradition and modern delivery, Central Music Institute continues to set a benchmark for premium music education worldwide.

Qualifications: Trinity Guildhall Grade 8 Technical Drumkit Diploma, Rockschool Grade 8 Drumkit Exam

Jo is a Drum Teacher offering drum lessons in a dedicated studio in Darwen. She can also teach you at home if you If have your own drums. Please ask about availability to travel to surrounding areas such as Bolton, Blackburn, Edgeworth, Haslingden, Accrington, and Oswaldtwistle. You will be taught by a drummer with over twenty years experience playing in bands and performing at gigs, events and festivals. Jo has over 15 years professional experience engaging therapeutically with children and families. She is DBS checked, safeguarding trained and is also insured for your peace of mind. She has been a drum teacher since 2024 giving private lessons and in 2025 she started teaching in schools for Lancashire Music Service. You can expect to be greeted with a smile, enthusiasm, professionalism and a passion that will hopefully be instilled in you throughout your drumming journey. Drum lessons are designed to meet your specific needs, goals and interests, as well as ensuring you have fun and learn new skills. Drumming has so many proven amazing benefits for you or your child’s mind and body and is especially helpful for neurodivergents! Neurodiversity 101: Why bang the drum for music! https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9191342/

Qualifications: Hi! I’m Teacher Norman, a passionate drum teacher and percussion coach with over 7 years of experience helping students discover their rhythm and confidence behind various instruments, especially on the drum kit. Whether you’re a total beginner or an advanced player, I make learning fun, engaging, and tailored to your personal goals. I teach a wide range of styles, rock, pop, jazz, funk, blues, and gospel, and my lessons cover everything from basic beats and coordination to advanced techniques and live performance skills. Each session is designed around your level and interests, blending technical drills with creativity and real music practice. My teaching philosophy is simple: every musician has a unique groove waiting to be unlocked. I focus on building strong foundations in timing, stick control, and rhythm reading while encouraging students to experiment and express themselves musically. Lessons are available in-person or online, with flexible scheduling and customized materials like backing tracks and practice guides. Whether you’re preparing for a band audition, learning your favorite songs, or simply exploring instruments as a new hobby, I’ll guide you every step of the way. Let’s turn your passion for music into a real skill and have an amazing time doing it. Grab your sticks and let’s make some rhythm together!