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Professional Drummer • Educator • Author • Examiner Philip Page has been a professional musician for over thirty years and an experienced drum teacher for more than twenty, having taught hundreds of students of all ages and abilities. He holds a Distinction in the RSL Level 6 Teaching Diploma and is an examiner and lead examiner with RSL Awards (Rockschool). As a performer, Philip has worked with a wide range of artists including Chris Rea, Andy Flanagan, and Mr E, and has featured on numerous recordings such as Seed’s debut single “Silver Lining” and their album “Midnight Walking” (AMG Records). Other credits include the “One Hope” album (ICC Records), live performances with Jazz Juice during the 2012 Olympic Torch Relay, and work with The Mouth of Ghosts, whose debut single “When the Sun Sets” was chosen as one of BBC Introducing’s Songs of the Year. Philip currently performs across the UK with Bye Bye Baby Live, The Ukes of Hazzard, The Tim Kay Band, Discovered, and Mumfudden Suns, combining a busy performing schedule with a thriving teaching career in and around London, as well as at the Ash Bash Drum School in Bracknell. He is the creator of the Easy Drums learning system — a structured pathway for beginners featuring Easy Drums Workbook 1 and accompanying online materials, videos, and digital downloads available at www.ppstix.com/easydrums. His Easy Drums YouTube channel and social media series offer short, accessible lessons designed to help new drummers develop confidence, coordination, and musical understanding from their first groove onwards. Philip is also the author of The Drum Syllabus Series and The Linear Matrix, two innovative resources that explore technical and creative drumming concepts in depth. Alongside his educational work, he continues to compose, score, and record, including writing and performing the drum parts for the musical “Legend” by Edwin Pillans. With a reputation for clarity, encouragement, and musical insight, Philip’s teaching blends professional performance experience with a modern, structured approach to learning the drums — both in person and online
About Djembe lessons in London
Djembe lessons in London suit anyone who wants to develop strong rhythm skills, from complete beginners to experienced drummers exploring West African styles. Teachers work in person across the city or online, with lessons shaped around hand technique, groove, and musical confidence. You can focus on ensemble rhythms, solo vocabulary, or simply learn pieces you enjoy at a pace that feels steady and achievable.
Teachers cover London boroughs such as Camden and Southwark, with online lessons available across the city and beyond.
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Djembe lessons: what to expect
Djembe lessons near you
Find local djembe teachers for in-person drumming circles or online tuition for technique and rhythm study.
Who djembe lessons are for
Beginners and experienced percussionists interested in West African drumming traditions and group playing.
What you’ll learn in djembe lessons
Hand technique, timing, traditional patterns and ensemble skills.
Online vs in-person djembe lessons
In-person classes are excellent for group playing; online lessons suit individual technique and rhythm practice.
A simple learning path for djembe
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Learn bass, tone and slap strokes, basic grooves and coordination for steady pulse.
Develop traditional patterns, call-and-response phrasing and accompanying techniques for groups.
Refine solo phrasing, dynamics and leadership skills for performance contexts.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A well-tuned djembe and comfortable seating for healthy hand technique.
- Recordings of traditional rhythms and a metronome to internalise timing.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Learning regional rhythms, ensemble roles and cultural practice.
Locking with other percussion and melody instruments in group contexts.
Fusion approaches, body percussion and modern arrangements.
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FAQs about djembe lessons in London
It helps to have a drum at home so you can practise between lessons, but many teachers can advise on hiring or choosing a beginner-friendly djembe before you buy.
Yes. Teachers adapt hand technique and lesson length to age and hand size, and focus on rhythm games and short patterns to keep learning enjoyable and focused.
Some mild tenderness is normal at first, but good technique reduces strain. Your teacher will show you how to strike the drum safely and build stamina gradually.
Yes. Many tutors introduce traditional patterns, call-and-response structure, and the musical roles within an ensemble, while adapting material to your level.
They can be. Good video setup allows teachers to hear tone and timing clearly, and online lessons are convenient if travel across London is difficult.
No. Most djembe teaching is taught by ear using spoken syllables and repetition, though some teachers can introduce simple notation if you prefer.
Yes. Some teachers offer small group sessions or help you prepare for community drum circles and ensemble playing when you're ready.
Yes — technique and rhythm can be taught online; in-person groups are excellent for ensemble experience.
No — beginners can start with basic strokes and progress to complex rhythms with practice.