About

About

Become the drummer you want to be.

My drum tuition is bespoke to your needs & goals. I am here to help you every step of the way as you gain more confidence as a performer, develop your musical vocabulary, explore new concepts & techniques, build a strong foundation of the basics, prepare for an audition or exam, or learn how to play your favourite songs.

Lessons are delivered in a fun & relaxed environment on professional equipment using a wide variety of resources accessible through an online student portal.

I offer all of my drum lessons from my private teaching studio in Brighton, or online tuition via Zoom so that you can learn from wherever you are based.

Music Qualifications & Achievements:

Since discovering the drums at the age of 10 I quickly became obsessed with music. I began my musical journey taking drum lessons at school & forming bands with friends, before eventually studying for my degree in Professional Musicianship. I now have over 15 years of studio recording & international touring experience, as well as a radio play on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6Music, Kerrang!, Planet Rock & more.

  • BA (HONS) in Professional Musicianship
  • Enhanced DBS certificate
  • Extensive experience as a recording & touring musician
  • Public liability insurance, first aid trained, safeguarding completed
Geolocation

50.83285189999999,-0.1388149

Instrument(s) Taught

Drums

Prices

30 minutes

£20.00

45 minutes

£25.00

60 minutes

£30.00

Discounted Introductory Lesson

No

Preferred Payment Currency

🇬🇧 Pound sterling (£ GBP)

Payment Plans

Pay-As-You-Go, Block Bookings, Monthly, Termly, Lesson Vouchers

Payment Methods

Cash, Online Bank Transfer, PayPal, Stripe

Cancelation & Rescheduling Policy

24hr notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson without charge.

Lessons

Level(s) Taught

Beginner (up to Grade 5), Intermediate (Grades 5-8), Advanced (Grade 8 and above), Professional Musicians/Teachers

Youngest Age Taught

10

Class Sizes

One-to-One (Individual)

Graded Exam Preparation

Rockschool, Trinity College London

Genres

Genres Taught

Electronic Music, Pop, Rock

Reviews

Reviews

May 13, 2021

My son has made outstanding progress since beginning to have lessons with Sam. He has an excellent relationship with Sam and now never needs to be asked to practise, as he is so keen to master the different things they have covered in his lessons.

Marianne B
Verified
May 13, 2021

Friendly knowledgeable tutor. Would recommend.

Allison G
Verified
May 13, 2021

Sam has been a great drum teacher! He is very encouraging, positive and his sessions are extremely informative as he does not teach only technique but also how to read music. I really enjoyed learning how to play drums with Sam and I would definitely recommend!!

Giulia R
Verified
May 13, 2021

Sam is a really good teacher, he’s very patient and helpful with my young son.

Stuart C
Verified

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Languages

Language(s) Spoken

English

Professionalism

Safeguarding Certificate

DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service) – United Kingdom

Liability Insurance

Yes, I have public / general liability insurance

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First Name

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Last Name

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