Drum lessons in Manchester
Learn drums with a local Manchester teacher — in person or online.
Teachers near Manchester
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Qualifications: Music technology btec Distinction, BA Popular Music and recording, Grade 8 snare drum, Grade 8 drumkit
As an experienced Drum Instructor, I’ve been offering my services to people of all ages in the Greater Manchester area since 1977. No matter your level or experience, I’m here to give you the professional and artistic attention you deserve. We are growing each and every year. Established in 2013 we are now the No.1 choice for drum tuition in the North West. With over 60 students now taking advantage of our 1-2-1 sessions, we are also the number 1 for affordability in the North West. The prices you see on our website are remaining the same throughout 2026 and that is a promise! Our students come from all backgrounds and we welcome everyone regardless of age, ability, gender and ethnicity. We are also proud to support SEN students . I love what I do and it makes me so happy to be able to share my passion with others. Since starting as a Drum Instructor in 1977, I’ve been privileged to see so many students over the last 46 years discover their natural skills and abilities and reach results they never dreamed were possible. If that sounds like something you’d like to explore, get in touch.
I'm passionate about music and music education. I run a private teaching practice for children and adults in Stockport and also teach at an independent primary school in the Stockport area. I have also taught at Hillcrest Grammar School, Pownall Green Primary, Poynton High School and a number of other schools in the Cheshire area. I've currently play drums with The Killers Kollective, a UK based tribute to The Killers and in the past I've worked with Hope and Social, John Montana and Stuart Warburton. Students of mine have achieved great exam results and have performed live on stage at my annual Drum Night but the most important thing is that they enjoy playing the drums and making music. Qualifications:
About drum lessons in Manchester
Find drum tutors in Manchester specialising in contemporary and live performance skills — lessons for all levels.
Manchester teachers teach at rehearsal rooms and online.
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Drum lessons: what to expect
Find drum tutors for in-person kit work or online lessons focussed on technique and arrangement.
Beginners through advanced players seeking improved coordination, style and studio readiness.
Rudiments, timing, fills, stylistic grooves and recording techniques.
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.
Learn basic stick control, single/double strokes and simple grooves to develop steady time.
Develop limb independence, fills and genre-specific grooves (rock, jazz, funk, reggae).
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.
Powerful, steady grooves and song-support techniques.
Brushes, ride patterns and improvisational comping.
Syncopation, pocket and advanced coordination.
Popular cities for drums lessons
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Trust & safety
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FAQs about drum lessons in Manchester
Yes — many teachers offer beginner-focused lesson plans.
With focused practice, many drummers are comfortable joining a group within a few months of steady lessons.
Yes — technique, coordination and repertoire can be taught effectively with video feedback and structured exercises.