Drum Lessons Greenwich

Robert James - Professional Drum Teacher

Drum Lessons Greenwich Teacher - Robert James

My Mission

Expereinced Player & Teacher

Many teachers put a lot of time into technique and little effort into making music which can be uninspiring to the student. Using language as an analogy, this is similar to focusing on grammar and neglecting sharing ideas.

I don’t know many musicians who were inspired to pick up an instrument because they were moved by technique. Whilst technique is important and is something I teach, I aim to balance topics to keep the student engaged and excited.

My Lessons

High quality Tuition

I like to maintain a high level of tuition for all of my students. Together we will work on a wide range of styles and genres as well as making sure you learn in a direction that you can love and enjoy.

My lessons are always enjoyable for all because I really feel that this is the best way to make good and fast progress when it comes to learning anything, I'm always open to new ideas so make sure to let me know if there's anything you'd like to focus on.

Beginners & Advanced Students Welcome

I welcome both beginners and advanced students to learn and play the guitar. I truly believe that I can build a lesson plan to help all ages of student.

Lesson Focus

Beginners Welcome

I'm able to teach beginner students how to play.

My Experience as a Teacher

I have recently finished my Masters degree in Music Performance from ICMP in London having specialised in teaching. I have been playing for 16 years and teaching for 10 years. I can cater to students who want to study the drum kit grades (Grades 1-8).

I enjoy and teach all styles including Rock, Pop, Jazz, RnB, Blues, Latin, Metal and Hip Hop to name a few. I teach children, teenagers and adults. I have an understanding of safeguarding procedures when working with children. I teach all levels from beginners to advanced.

I'm a highly qualified teacher and have performed all over the Uk with various acts. Simply ask me if you'd like to know more information about my experience.

Lessons Focus

Advanced Students

I welcome advanced students to take my lessons.

More About My Lessons

My teaching ethos; “Teach students to speak the language of music through imitating, assimilating and innovating” The phrase seems cliche however I believe that music is a language. Everyone has a unique voice and something to say.

In my early years of learning the instrument, I was proficient at copying others, however, I struggled to be creative and take initiative and think for myself. This is similar to someone who can regurgitate/imitate a phrase in a conversation (like a parrot) but has no ability to express their own opinion and think for themselves.

My goal as a teacher is to help the student imitate other musicians, assimilate their ideas, and finally innovate to find their unique voice. I let the student guide the lesson and study what excites them. I know too many students who gave up their instrument because they were forced to learn something which didn’t interest them.