Tuition .
Face-to-face, Home visits or Online.
Whether you prefer sessions at Phil’s studio, a home visit, or online drumming lessons, he’s got you covered.
Online lessons run through Zoom, and all you need is a phone, tablet, or computer with a built-in camera and a reliable internet connection. And a Zoom account, of course.
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:
Rockschool – A modern, performance-focused syllabus built around contemporary styles.
Trinity Guildhall – A respected, well-rounded syllabus balancing technical development with musicality.
ABRSM Drum Kit – Ideal for students who want a solid foundation in reading, musicianship, and disciplined technique within the ABRSM framework.
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.
Cost.
Free 30-minute introductory lesson.
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30 minutes - £20
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45 minutes - £30
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60 minutes - £35.
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Free 30-minute introductory lesson.
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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.
