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Robert James - Drums teacher
Robert James
DrumsHumber Rd, London SE3 7EG, UK7.3 km
£40
Top Rated
Most recent review: 1 Jul 2023

Drum Studio Included - 30mins Free - All levels - Can Travel to Students - Space for 2 more - Pro Drummer & Tutor - DBS - Study What Excites You - *Guarantee: Unhappy=No charge* Achievements: • Drummer for Major labels,…

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Victoria Smith - Drums teacher
Victoria Smith
DrumsRailway Arch 304 Frederick Terrace, London E8 4EW…10.8 km
£30

I am a professional drummer and drum teacher offering high-quality, one-to-one drum tuition from a dedicated studio space in Haggerston, East London. Alongside my teaching work, I maintain an active career as a session…

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Ben Bashi - Drums teacher
Ben Bashi
DrumsMeadow Way, Upminster RM14 3AA, UK11.7 km
£9.00

Looking for a drum teacher? Let’s play the drums! I’ve been playing drum kit & percussion for over 20 years. From symphony orchestras to live-electronic drums, rock, jazz and funk performances. I am comfortable teaching…

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Keiran Pearson - Drums teacher
Keiran Pearson
DrumsIslands Of King Castle Hermitage Road Manor House…12.7 km
£35.00

Fun lessons that inspire self-learning and joy in drumming are at the core of my teaching - it's also the best way to see results! My students are confident, proficient and creative. School, university and adult…

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Brian Hedemann - Drums teacher
Brian Hedemann
DrumsTottenham north London London North Tottenham…12.9 km
£28.00

Brian Hedemann is a Danish-born professional drummer, singer, guitarist, and music educator with over 25 years of experience. After two decades teaching music in London’s primary and secondary schools, he’s now…

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Leo Morland - Drums teacher
Leo Morland
DrumsBroadoak Court, Gresham Rd, London SW9 7PL, UK15.5 km
£25

Hi, I’m Leo, an instrumental teacher and professional musician based in South London. I’m really excited to help you experience the infinite joy of making music! Learning with me, you will find that training yourself to…

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Ryan Small - Drums teacher
Ryan Small
Drums57 Ollerton Road New Southgate London England N11…16.8 km
£30.00

Qualifications: Bmus Degree Popular Music - Guitar, Rockschool LRSL - Teaching Licentiate

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Franck Alba - Drums teacher
Franck Alba
Drumsflat 4, 1 Bedwardine Rd, London SE19 3AP, UK17.5 km
£10

Hello my name is Franck Alba. I am a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter music teacher and producer. Born in France but a resident of South London since the 1990’s, I have etched out a formidable portfolio, which…

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About Drum lessons in Barking

Looking for drum lessons in Barking? Find local teachers for technique, rhythms and band coaching — online lessons available too.

Lesson formats

Many Barking drum teachers teach from studios or travel locally; online lessons are common.

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Drum lessons: what to expect

Drum lessons near you

Find drum tutors for in-person kit work or online lessons focussed on technique and arrangement.

Who drum lessons are for

Beginners through advanced players seeking improved coordination, style and studio readiness.

What you’ll learn in drum lessons

Rudiments, timing, fills, stylistic grooves and recording techniques.

Online vs in-person drum lessons

In-person lessons work well for kit setup and dynamics; online lessons suit technique, click-based work and recorded feedback.

A simple learning path for drums

A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.

Weeks 1–4: Rudiments & timing
1

Learn basic stick control, single/double strokes and simple grooves to develop steady time.

Months 2–4: Coordination & styles
2

Develop limb independence, fills and genre-specific grooves (rock, jazz, funk, reggae).

Months 4+: Performance & studio skills
3

Refine dynamics, click-based playing and recording technique for live and studio work.

Getting started: what you need

Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.

  • A drum kit or practice pad, metronome and basic recording setup for feedback.
  • Comfortable seating and stick selection appropriate to your style.
  • Regular practice focusing on groove, rudiments and listening to reference recordings.

Styles & goals your teacher can support

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

Rock & pop
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Powerful, steady grooves and song-support techniques.

Jazz
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Brushes, ride patterns and improvisational comping.

Funk & groove
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Syncopation, pocket and advanced coordination.

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FAQs about drum lessons in Barking

Do teachers provide kit lessons in Barking?

Yes — many teachers teach on full kits and provide practice plans for home practice.

How long before I can play with a band?

With focused practice, many drummers are comfortable joining a group within a few months of steady lessons.

Can I learn drums online?

Yes — technique, coordination and repertoire can be taught effectively with video feedback and structured exercises.