Lessons
Subjects covered:
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Technical development, technique & posture
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Rudiments & stick control
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Dynamics & vocabulary
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Independence & coordination
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Reading notation & time signatures
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Groove development across genres
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Improvisation & creative expression
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Timekeeping, internal pulse & playing to click
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Performance focus & musical confidence
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Studio and live readiness
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Practicing efficiently
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Hybrid playing set-ups
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Physical & mental health in drumming.
Styles to suit everyone.
Phil provides drum tuition for all skill levels, covering a wide range of contemporary and traditional styles, such as Rock, Metal, Funk, Hip Hop, Pop, Jazz, Reggae, Motown, R&B, Dance/Electronic.​​
Exams.
Whether you're drumming for fun, refining your skills, or preparing for grade exams, Phil offers tailored lessons to meet your goals.
He provides expert guidance and preparation for all exam pathways, syllabuses, and major UK exam boards:
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Rockschool – A modern, performance-focused syllabus built around contemporary styles. Great for drummers who want practical tracks, real-world grooves, and stylistic versatility.
Trinity Guildhall – A respected, well-rounded syllabus balancing technical development with musicality. Strong emphasis on notation reading, stylistic awareness, and structured progression.
ABRSM Drum Kit – Ideal for students who want a solid foundation in reading, musicianship, and disciplined technique within the ABRSM framework.
Fees.
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30 minutes - £20
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45 minutes - £30
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60 minutes - £35.
I offer discounts on block bookings of 4 or more lessons.
The most common duration is 60 minutes a week, but there is no obligation to how often, fortnightly, for example.
Home visits are also available at the same rates, plus a £5 travel fee per 15 minutes of travel.
Teaching experience.
Phil's teaching career began at Birmingham Drum School, where he worked with hundreds of students of all ages and abilities over the years.
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With over 20 years of teaching, Phil has inspired hundreds of drummers to find their own sound and confidence behind the kit.
His approach blends deep musical knowledge with genuine patience and encouragement — focusing on feel, discipline, and creative expression, whether teaching a beginner their first groove or refining an advanced player’s dynamics.​