Drum lessons in Sheffield
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Teachers near Sheffield
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As a tutor, I strive to develop a students passion and creativity in whatever their goals may be. My approach to teaching is to teach the student the fundamental language of rhythm, drumming and music, and how to apply this creatively in any way they see fit. This means you'll not only learn what you want to learn, but you'll find you understand what you hear in music, and be able to figure things out for yourself. I have achieved a BA Hons in Music Performance and an MA in Creative Practice, which focused on the neurology, biology and physiology of drumming, and its effects on the body, brain and mind. This has influenced my teaching style to a degree that allows me to really delve deep into technique, posture, learning methods and easy practice hacks to make your life as a musician much easier. I have a wealth of knowledge from travelling and working within the music industry, having recorded in some legendary locations such as Sun Studios in Memphis, teaching at the Stax Music Academy, and touring across Europe as both a technician and performer. I have performed in a wide variety of settings from live performances, recordings, videos and musical theatre. If grading is your goal, I teach the Trinity grade syllabus to grade 8, and I am a registered digital exam centre, so everything can be done in house from learning to recording and submitting.
At City Music School, we offer 1 to 1 lessons on the following instruments: Guitar-Drums-Piano We teach Monday to Friday 3.00 to 9.00pm and Saturdays 9.00am to 2.00pm Our students have been entered for RSL exams since the early 1990's and we are proud that the 100's of students that we have entered over all those years have passed - [100% pass rate], many with Merits and Distinctions. Our qualified and experienced teachers will enable you to reach your full potential and whatever your musical goals, we will help you get there..... Beginners to Advanced - All Styles, techniques and genres CMS Qualifications:
About drum lessons in Sheffield
Find drum tutors in Sheffield for modern drumming, technique and band coaching — lessons for all levels.
Sheffield teachers teach at community venues 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.
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FAQs about drum lessons in Sheffield
Yes — several teachers specialise in teaching children and beginners.
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.