About the drum lessons
Drums 4 beginners is taught in the West Midlands on a one to one basis by drum tutor Ben Bradley who has over 16 years experience of playing the drums. Lessons include comprising rudiments, exciting rhythms and techniques. Students may choose to learn for fun or study the ‘Learn as you play drums’ book. Students also get the opportunity to play along with pre-recorded tracks and are welcome to bring CDs to lessons for help with the drum parts. Some of the other subjects taught are listed below:
- Different genres, e.g. rock, blues, jazz, pop
- Snare drum technique
- Independence
- Co-ordination
- Musicianship
- Polyrhythms
- Accents
- Metronome / click track
- Reading music
- Irregular time signatures
- Linear time patterns
- Counting(!)
Ben teaches from home during weekday evenings and Saturdays on his own Roland V-Drum TD-8 Kit. Lessons cost £10 for 30 mins or £20 for 60 mins. Longer lessons can be arranged depending on the individual. Payment can be made on the day of the lesson or in advance. If you wish to book a lesson it's worth reading the FAQs before making an enquiry.
