Drum lessons in Birmingham

My name is Jonno Gaze and I am a percussionist, composer and improviser based in Birmingham, UK. Born in 1999, I grew up playing djembe and drum-kit with friends and family, singing songs and making lots of noise! At school, I played in bands and orchestras before finding musicians who really inspired me to make music. From 2016-2017 I was an Aldeburgh Young Musician, where I was lucky enough to meet musicians from different cultures all over the world who celebrated creativity, collaboration and the artistic nature of every individual. I loved collaborating with others and creating music together, which I still do now, and ultimately wanted to study music further after realising my heroes also studied. From 2017-2021 I studied jazz at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Now, music is a big part of my life and how I express myself and share with others, and I get a bit lost without it! Currently, I am involved in the eclectic jazz, electronic, folk and improvising scenes in the UK while teaching 1-1 drum lessons and leading creative music workshops. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Bachelor of Music (Jazz) from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Grade 8 Distinction on Drum-kit Young Drummer of the Year UK Finalist in 2014 & 2016

I'm a friendly and enthusiastic teacher with a focus on fun and rewarding lessons in all styles. I've taught drums professionally since 2006 and I now teach from my home studio as well as in three local schools as well as Solihull Music Service. Due to my school work, I hold enhanced DBS certification and have regular training in in all kinds of teaching techniques as well as safeguarding and child protection. I have vast experience in Rockschool graded exams, teaching everything from Debut to Grade 8 with a 100% pass rate. Qualifications: RSL Grade 8 Drums - Distinction, BTEC National Diploma In Popular Music, Associated Board Grade 5 Theory of Music

Karen has been playing the drums for 30 years, during which time she has gained extensive experience in performing, recording and teaching. She has played with many different bands and musicians and has extensive live performance experience, playing nationwide as well as studio recording, radio and touring experience. Karen has a passion for sharing her love and knowledge of playing drums. She is dedicated to helping each pupil get the most out of their learning and playing experience. Lessons are held in a fully equipped studio and tailored to suit the individuals needs, goals and preferred methods of learning. Karen is committed to teaching to a high standard and sharing her lifelong passion for music. ​ Qualifications:

​​Kostas is an award winning composer, drummer and educator with substantial achievement within the music industry. He studied Composition for Screen at the Royal College of Music, London and Composition at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Kostas is also a fully qualified Music Teacher (QTS) with extensive experience teaching in UK Secondary schools. He has also taught at Primary, Further and Higher Education level including providing lectures at City University, London. He held the position of Head of Music and Artistic Director at the prestigious Doukas' School, Athens for several years. ​ Kostas has a wealth of professional studio experience as a songwriter, drummer, programmer and producer as well as substantial live performance experience which includes supporting slots with major acts such as Saxon, Winger and Jeff Scott Soto among others. As a drummer and composer his work within the rock and pop genres includes two L.P. releases with EMI, as well as a number of independent releases.  ​ As a film composer Kostas has scored the BAFTA award winning animation short 'Dog' as well as the Channel 4 animation short 'The Hound and the Fury'. His orchestral piece 'Morpheus’s Ecstasy' received 1st prize in the 'First National Greek Competition for Computer Assisted Compositions'. ​ Enhanced DBS check. References upon request. Qualifications: RSL Drums Grade 8 - Distinction, Birmingham City University - PGCE Music with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Royal College of Music - MMus Composition for Screen, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire - BMus (Hons) Composition (First Class)

Louis teaches drums to children and adults of all ages, from beginners through to grade 7 Rockschool syllabus and the drumsense program for beginners. He has over 50 experience and still plays live with two Soul Bands and Gospel bands, he has toured across Europe and taught privately for 10 years and teaches in some local schools. Qualifications: