Drum lessons in Guildford

I have been teaching drum kit for 17 years and draw on a wealth of performing and teaching experience to help my pupils reach their full potential. As well as delivering one to one lessons, I have a YouTube channel which has demonstrations of many of the Rockschool Grade elements. Please visit www.jwillsdrums.co.uk for more details. Qualifications: Drum Kit - Grade 8 (London College of Music), Music Degree - BMus (Hons) - University of Surrey

Over 15 years experience teaching RSL Grades Qualifications: Grade 1 - Grade 8 Rockschool Drums (Distinction), Teaching Diploma, Teaching Certificate UK Higher Education

Learn to play drumkit and percussion with experienced teacher Matthew Johns in Ash Vale, Surrey. Matthew Johns has taught drumkit and percussion to children and adults for over 15 years, including having worked as a full-time visiting music teacher with Hampshire Music Service between 2002 & 2014. Matthew holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), having completed a Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP) with Portsmouth University, and has an Enhanced DBS Certificate. He studied drumkit with Andy Bold & Paul Francis (Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel) and percussion with Cameron Sinclair (Philharmonia Orchestra) and Jackie Kendle (Royal Ballet) whilst studying for his BMus (Hons) Music Degree at Surrey University. Whilst studying for a Master’s degree in Composing for Film & TV at Kingston University, he won the Postgraduate Concerto Competition which gave him the opportunity to perform the Concerto for Vibraphone and Orchestra by Ney Rosauro with the university’s orchestra. Matthew has performed with a number of bands across a broad range of styles including rock, country and big band jazz. He was the timpanist with the Windsor and Maidenhead Symphony Orchestra for a number of years. He has also played with other orchestras, wind bands, in musicals and has been a regular player with the London School of Samba since 2010. He has performed at iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and the London Olympic Stadium (as part of the flag handover presentation of Rio during the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games). Matthew teaches privately from his home in Ash Vale, Surrey on a state-of-the-art Roland electronic drumkit. Matthew provides high-quality tailored lessons to suit your ability and desired goals. Lessons can include: learning a variety of styles (pop, rock, metal, reggae, blues and jazz etc), stick techniques, to read music, to play along to a click track, songs from your favourite bands, double-bass drumming, grade exams. Qualifications: BMus (Hons), MA Composing for Film & Television

I am an accomplished, lifelong drummer with significant live performance and studio recording experience. I have regularly played at some of the best-known venues in London and the Southeast with the established rock band Arivmia. I have hands-on knowledge of the music industry and musicianship from crafting tracks in rehearsals, recording in the studio and promotion at venues and on the internet. I am experienced in maintenance, transport and set up using a wide variety of equipment. Training and experience: 26 years of drumming experience. Knowledge of all technical aspects of drums and related equipment, their sourcing and maintenance. Followed Trinity Guildhall Percussion Syllabus to Grade 8 (Advanced) informally. Understanding of the theory of written notation and sight- reading. Completed Higher Diploma in Popular Music Practice specialising in drums at the Academy of Contemporary Music, 2006-7 (Modules studied: Live Performance Workshop; Technical & Stylistic Development; Music Industry Preparation; Song craft; Professional Musicianship; Contemporary Repertoire). In 2015 I finished an extended diploma in Music technology. Gaining a triple grade distinction, distinction, merit. Completed Degree Music Industry Practice specialising in drums at the Academy of Contemporary Music, Guildford. 2017-2019. Completing with a 2:1 Hons. Actively developing further knowledge of sound engineering equipment and software including LogicPro 8 and 9, Pro X, and Cubase 6.5 through 1-1 tuition and extended diploma in music technology. Currently studying “Art of Mixing” at PointBlank Music School (Online) Familiar with other instruments including guitar, bass, xylophone, piano/keyboard and orchestral drums. Health and Safety, and First Aid trained. Teaching: I have taught drums to complete beginners and experienced drummers selecting material according to individual levels of ability. For example, breaking down songs to enable students to learn drumming techniques and pedal work. I have taught from the Guildhall school of arts and drama books and also Rockschool drum books. I also try and encourage students from the start to learn by ear as well as by reading. Studio experience: I have experience of collaborative music writing and crafting from jamming, to final live studio recordings, also recording alone to a metronome, “click” track. I have recorded at The Lodge Studios, Northampton, Rising Records, Little Clacton and ACM (Academy of Contemporary Music). Also, recorded demo’s at “Audio Sorcery Recording Studios, Groombridge”. Arivmia projects include: Album: “End of the Line” (released September 2009) EP: “Awake another Fear” (released July 2011) Album: “Echoes from the Wilderness” (released late 2013) Dirty Rose Projects Include: Single “Break My Heart” (released October 2019) Single “Air Guitar Hero” (released June 2019) Technical stage work: I transport and set up band equipment for live performances, selecting and tuning the drum spec to suit venue acoustics. At gigs I set up lights, banners, sound systems, PA levels and fault find using DVM meters, both for my own band’s and for other bands. Live performance venues: GuilFest, Guildford The Star, Guilford The Boileroom, Guildford Carlisle, Hastings Tubman, Hastings Flariz, Hastings Esquires, Bedford Dublin Castle, Camden Purple Turtle, Islington Hope and Anchor, Islington Intrepid Fox, Soho The Hope, Brighton Green Door Store, Brighton The Peel, Kingston Charities supported through gigs include Cancer Research, Cystic Fibrosis, RNLI and St Michael’s Hospice. Music Qualifications & Achievements: GCSE Music including sound recording with Cubase  and studio work experience at Parkgate Studios, Battle, East Sussex Higher Diploma Popular music Practice, ACM Guildford – 2006-2007 Higher Diploma – Music Technology Distinction, Hastings College, – 2014 Extended Higher Diploma – Music Technology – Triple grade Distinction Merit – 2015 BA Hons Music Industry Practice – Drums ACM, Guildford. Completing with a 2:1 Hons. – 2019

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Gemma is an experienced and busy instrumental teacher and examiner based in Surrey. With the experience of over 19 years teaching in 30+ schools behind her, she is highly regarded within her sector and feels just at home teaching adult 1-2-1 lessons, as a class of primary school children. Her philosophy revolves around the importance of teaching the fundamentals of ‘music’ through the chosen instrument, giving the student the creative ‘tools’ to be self-sufficient and expressive. Gemma has taught thousands of students to date, entering 350+ students into exams with 100% pass rate at merit or above. Gemma has high expectations of herself and all her students, and is pro-active within their education. Alongside teaching students their favourite songs, she promotes all styles of music and techniques to give students a well rounded music education to build upon. For example, a guitar student will learn how to: - Play a variety of styles of music from Rock and Pop to Classical and Jazz. - Master different techniques such as finger picking, plectrum picking, strumming styles and rest strokes. -Have a competent knowledge of reading notation and tab alongside chord and scale theory to enable creativity in improvising and song writing. Alongside numerous music qualifications including four ‘grade 8’ certificates, Gemma holds a BA (Hons) in Music from the University of Southampton with first class performing marks and a First Class Masters degree in ‘The Teaching Musician’ from the prestigious Trinity Laban Conservatoire. This course focussed on the pedagogy, learning theories and current ‘best practices’ within the sector, and is the only course of its kind in the UK. Gemma has been and RSL examiner since 2017, regularly examining candidates in the UK and internationally. Alongside teaching, Gemma performs with acoustic duo ‘Whitney & Stilwell’ and Southampton Grad Band. Outside of music, Gemma is a keen traveller and cyclist, embarking on at least one big adventure each year and slowly making her way around the world! Qualifications: MA 'The Teaching Musician' Trinity Laban Conservatoire - Distinction, BA (hons) Music - The University of Southampton - 2:1, Grade 8 Drums - Distinction, Grade 8 Acoustic Guitar - Distinction, Grade 8 in both 'popular' and 'classical' music theory

I’m Andy! A Drum Kit Tutor from Fleet, Hampshire. I started playing the drums when I was ten, after fortunately being offered lessons at school. I carried on those lessons throughout my whole schooling time alongside playing both drum kit and tuned percussion for the school brass band and musical show performances. After leaving school I played a whole range of percussion, including drum kit, for a UK Entertainment Championship brass band. Touring the UK and winning various competitions as well as studio recording. As well as tutoring, I rehearse and perform regularly with groups as well as session drumming in my own studio fully equipped with both electronic and acoustic kit.

Qualifications: 1st Class BMus (Hons) - Professional Music Performance, Rockschool Drums Grade 8

Welcome to Realistic Music Academy, a vibrant and dynamic institution dedicated to fostering musical creativity for students of all ages and skill levels. Located in Epsom, we provide a range of specialist music tuition, from one-on-one lessons to group workshops, designed to cultivate your passion for music. Whether you're a budding rock star or an adult looking to enhance your musical journey, we offer personalised instruction to suit your unique needs. As an independent, family-run business, we blend professional musical education with a welcoming, inclusive environment. Our qualified and enthusiastic instructors have years of experience in the music industry and are passionate about helping students excel. We offer a variety of programs that cater to both beginners and advanced musicians in guitar, drums, bass, vocals, keyboards, ukulele, and music production. As a registered exam centre for Trinity Rock & Pop, we provide coaching for Trinity Rock & Pop grades, enabling students to gain official certification for their skills. Higher grades are also eligible for UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) points, supporting those applying to colleges and universities. Beyond individual lessons, our live rooms and fully equipped drum room offer excellent spaces for students to hone their craft, with regular opportunities to showcase their talents through performances and workshops within the local community. Join us at Realistic Music Academy, where we believe music should be accessible to everyone—because music is as powerful on a beach as it is in a stadium!