Tom Skidmore

I am a professional drummer, session musician, and drum tutor with over fifteen years of experience in live performance, studio work, and music education. I work across a range of professional contexts including international touring, recording projects, and private tuition – with a strong focus on reliability, musical accuracy and clear communication.

I hold a Foundation Degree in Professional Music Production and Performance from Manchester Metropolitan University. My professional background includes performances at major international festivals, headline shows and shared stages with established artists in the punk, metal and alternative scenes. I am currently active within the dark symphonic and melodic metal genres with Midnightmares and regularly undertake live, studio and session-based work.

Alongside performance, I have substantial experience in music education. I have worked as a private drum tutor in the UK and Belgium, I have also previously taught within Kunstenzoo vzw, an extracurricular music school. I have experience delivering structured, one-to-one lessons for students of varying ages and ability levels, from beginners to advanced players. I am familiar with graded drum syllabuses including ABRSM, RSL Awards, and Trinity, and can support students working towards examinations or developing broader musicianship skills.