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Joe Bradley - Drums teacher
Joe Bradley
DrumsLawrence Hill, Bristol BS5, UK1.7 km
£25.00
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Joe started at a young age and has been tutored by some of the UK's finest professional drummers such as James Hester (Cars on fire) Jason Bowld (Bullet for my Valentine, Pitchshifter, This is a menace, Bill Bailey) Dom…

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Alfie Stoppani - Drums teacher
Alfie Stoppani
Drums10 Clifton Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1AF Bristol Bristol BS8 1AF United Kingdom1.8 km
£20.00
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I am a patient guitar teacher who is passionate about communicating musical technique. Drawing from a rich background in diverse musical genres, I bring a distinctive teaching approach that ensures success. I don't just…

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Steve Burkwood - Drums teacher
Steve Burkwood
DrumsRedcatch Rd, Bristol BS3 5DT, UK2.1 km
£38.00
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I am extremely passionate about music, having played the piano from the age of 5, drums from age 9, guitar from age 14 and bass guitar from age 19. I began gigging as a drummer around the age of 15, and was hooked…

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Claire White - Drums teacher
Claire White
Drums52 Wootton Rd Bristol BS4 4AL United Kingdom3.2 km
£10.00
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I have been a drummer for over 25 years and my professional career saw me touring the U.K. and Europe extensively. I also have a vast experience of sound engineering and promoting as well as recording. Having started…

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David Gillam - Drums teacher
David Gillam
Drums9 Furber Ridge St George Bristol Bristol BS5 8PY United Kingdom4.7 km
£25.00
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Qualifications: Comptemporay Popular Music Diploma Level 8 - Access to Music, Music Technology Diploma Level 8 - Access to Music, Associate Member of Registery of Guitar Tutors - London College of Music

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About Drum lessons in Bristol

Discover drum tutors in Bristol for modern styles, jazz, and band coaching — lessons for all levels.

Lesson formats

Bristol teachers teach in studios, schools and online.

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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 Bristol

Can I learn jazz drumming in Bristol?

Yes — several tutors specialise in jazz technique and ensemble playing.

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.