Drum lessons in Ealing

Qualifications: I have a BMUS degree in Popular Music Performance and have lots of experiences playing and recording with bands and touring around the globe.

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My lessons are designed to teach you a specific skillset, step by step with guidance and accountability, classically structured for beginners and advanced players. Whether you want to improve your speed, fills, grooves, independence or technique, my live sessions are a great place to start. ​ ​Lessons for advanced drummers or with little to no experience. ​Lessons for any age. Qualifications: Bachelor of Music Degree

“When I was a kid I wanted to be a drummer. Why? Well drumming seemed like a cool thing to do at the time. Later I realised that there was more to it than just being cool. I’m not sure why music makes us feel the way we do, it’s still kind of a mystery. The more I played, the more I didn’t want to stop, and the more I learned, the more I was thirsty for more. All it takes is some curiosity, a bit of hard work and a point in the right direction.” Sass graduated from the Academy of Contemporary Music in 2004. With a BA Honours Degree in Drums under his belt and has since been establishing himself as a session drummer around London. From recording sessions for films, to performing live, his experience in all aspects of drumming has given him the ability to assist drummers in finding a clear way along their musical development. Qualifications:

Music has been a major part of my life since I was 12 years old when I had my first drumming lesson. Throughout the years I have experienced, educated myself and pushed myself to become a better drummer and musician. My journey with drums started at a small school called Foundation Groove, founded by my drum tutor James De Lovell. There I learnt the basics of drumming which sparked my love for it. I was involved in lots of shows and drum clinics for all ages to learn, play and grow with other drummers and musicians. I was also studying music at my Secondary School and completed it at the CXC level. From there I then applied at the Barbados Community College (BCC) in Applied Arts Music. I gained great experience playing in multiple ensembles, each with their own style and genre of music. I was able to play at different cultural events such as the National Independence Festival of Creative Arts (NIFCA) run by the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) Barbados and be a part of the Youth Pan Project Seniors. This gave me the opportunity to understand myself more and what it’s like to be a part of a band. The college opened my eyes more to the music industry and the challenges that come when pursuing to being a successful musician. Constant rehearsing, studying and practising to ensure you were ready to create and strive on your own. After my 2 years at BCC, I joined my first local band called Jenn and 166. A rock band. During my time with them, we won a competition against another popular band called Masala. Hosted by Chum FM Breakfast in Barbados, a Canadian radio station. We were chosen to open the concert for One Republic held at Holders House, Barbados. This gave me more insight into band progress, musicianship, exposure and experience on stage in front of thousands. I then took the opportunity to create my own band called Tranzishun (transition). With each band member specialized in different genres of music, we were able to take the multi-genre band across Barbados performing at various venues, restaurants, hotels and cultural events. We were also able to be the backing band for famous British R&B Artists, MBE Omar Lye-Fook, Don-E and Carol Thompson at the London Elite All White Party in Barbados. I later joined another band called Kalead and Kayaweh. A Reggae based band. We toured Jamaica for Reggae Month in February 2018. We attended multiple live radio sessions, interviews, live performances and collaborations. We also recorded with upcoming artists and met Dre Tosh (Peter Tosh’s grandson) at the Tuff Gong studio founded by Bob Marley in Kensington Jamaica. We were able to watch live performances by famous artists such as Luciano the Messenjah, Taurus Rilley and many others. Through all my experiences I was able to share my talent and my love for music with others. I was able to witness professionals and learn from them, I was able to connect to different artists and cultures and add to my own style of play. I love all genres of music and I’m very versatile because of my experiences. I have also taught younger children as a way to give back what I have learnt over the years. I enjoy the interaction and enthusiasm of the children I teach and will continue doing so. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Skills Teaching drums to children and young adults, whilst building student’s confidence and individuality on drums Competent communicator when teaching technical concepts to students and fellow musicians Strong desire to perform all pieces of music to the best of my abilities Planned practice sessions and a constant dedication to excellence to achieve my goals Goal-oriented mindset Good sight-reading ability Education England BMUS (HONS) in Popular Music Performance – Drums in Music, BIMM London, 2018 – Present Bridgetown, Saint Michael Associates Degree in Applied Arts – Music in MusicBarbados Community College, May 2015 Barbados Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) in The Alexandra School, May 2013 Certifications Associates Degree in Applied Arts – Music The Associated Board of the Royal School of Music Grade 3 The Associated Board of the Royal School of Music Grade 5

Qualifications: RSL Teacher Training Stage 1 an Introduction to teaching CPD Certified, NSPCC Child protection for tutors Certificate of achievement CPD Certified

I am a musician/drum teacher, my career spans over 20 years. I have had a lot of experience working with many different people in a variety of different environments, having travelled the world from this line of work. I am very professional and do my very best to meet the needs of the clients and colleagues who I work with. I pride myself on attention to detail and striving to get the best results I can. Freelance drum teacher – E11 Music (2004 – 2006) Teaching at E11 music has taught me to work with students within a set framework while at the same time developing my own personal touch. I have developed my skills communicating my knowledge to others whether they are a beginner, intermediate or advanced student. I was very keen to share my passion with students. It made me flexible and I was able to adapt to each individual’s way of learning. Freelance drum teacher – private This work has enabled me to develop my lessons from the ground up. It gives me a more personal way of teaching, showing how I have developed my skill and knowledge on the instrument, as I am mainly self-taught. I ultimately show students how they can continue to grow and learn on the instrument as a life long process. Music Workshops: I have been involved in ‘jazz workshops’ at schools and universities over the UK with a jazz group who I had been touring the country with. In these workshops, we demonstrated our instrumental roles within the group and how they varied through different sections within various compositions. We deconstructed elements to show what was happening in the music, interacting with the students in the process. We explained different musical styles and demonstrated how they differ from one another. There were also question and answer sections where we got to directly engage with individual students and further develop their understanding. Although these were ‘jazz’ workshops, we tailored them specifically to show how our music works, while encompassing the jazz idiom as a whole. One of the most notable workshops was at Arnold Hill Academy, a Nottingham school, and was organised by ‘JazzSteps’. This workshop had high critical acclaim, with a press release reporting the workshop’s success. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Freelance musician – drummer My experience as a freelance musician has included working with some of the top musicians in the UK, Europe and the USA in various genres of music such as Jazz, Funk, Soul, Latin, Rock, World-music, to name a few. These are some of the projects I have been and are currently involved in: The Foreign Exchange – (2011) This is a Grammy-nominated group from the USA who I was asked to tour with at very short notice. This further developed my ability to adapted quickly and to learn a significant amount of material in a short space of time, which I did successfully. I was able to work well with my colleagues under pressure and establish a professional working environment. These are some other artists who I have had a more established involvement with: Nicolas Meier (Meier Group) – (2003 – present) Groove Razors – (2009 – present) Preston Glasgow Lowe – (2011 – present) Robert Mitchell – (2010 – 2016) Gilad Atzmon – (2008) John Law – (2013 – 2016) Natacha Atlas – (2016 – present) Cecelia Stalin – (2012 – present) Session recording – drums My experience in this field has shown how I am able to adapt to each individual’s requirements and needs on the spot. It has put me in situations where I’ve had to be flexible and think on my feet yet deliver what is required. My recording career has led me to appear on numerous albums such as: Sean Khan – Palmares Fantasy 2018 Working on this album put me out of my comfort zone, it forced me to be creative and think outside the box. The results of which contributed to the album being a success. This has included the album being in the top 50 in the iTunes jazz chart, it was the label’s (Far Out Records) number one seller and was licensed by British Airways to be included in their jazz section on their entertainment systems. Natacha Atlas – Strange days 2019 Meier Group – Kismet 2012 Robert Mitchell Trio – A Vigil for Justice. A Vigil for Peace 2016 Preston Glasgow Lowe 2016 Groove Razors 2010 John Law – These skies in which we rust 2014 Qualifications: GCSE Art A* GCSE Music B GCSE German C Redbridge Music Service Drumtech 1 year Diploma