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Unlock the Beat: Personalized Drum Kit & Percussion Lessons to Elevate Your Rhythm with David

As a percussion and drum tutor, I offer personalised lessons designed to help students of all skill levels develop their rhythmic abilities. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I tailor my teaching style to meet your needs, focusing on both technique and musicality. I teach a range of percussion instruments, including drum kit, snare, latin percussion, tuned and more, while emphasising solid foundational skills, improving timing, and enhancing coordination. I also specialise in tuned percussion, such as xylophone and vibraphone, helping students develop pitch recognition and melodic playing. In addition, I incorporate Latin percussion, teaching instruments like congas and pandeiro, to explore rhythm and groove in diverse musical styles. With a passion for music and an approach that prioritises fun, my lessons aim to motivate you to progress, build confidence, and truly enjoy the art of drumming.

Extra information

Bring your sticks, what hand percussion instrument you may practice at home (bongos, pandeiro) so that I can adapt the lessons to suit your instruments. Also bring a notepad to help for lesson plans, and any music you may be working on.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Bacup, United Kingdom
At teacher's location: Robinwood Country Store, Burnley Road, Todmorden OL14 8JA, UK

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Improvisation, Jazz, Latin-world music, Orchestral music, Pop, Rock, Sticking pattern
Age:
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

I'm not just a percussionist—I'm a rhythm adventurer! From drumming in circus tents to grooving with theatre troupes around the world, my career is a whirlwind of beats, energy, and creativity. Whether playing with Giffords Circus, rocking international arts festivals, or jamming with eclectic music groups, I know how to bring percussion to life in the most exciting ways. I want you to experience the same joy I have at playing drums and percussion, some instruments you're very familiar with and others you've never heard or seen before!

My experience isn’t just about hitting drums—it’s about storytelling, expression, and making music accessible to everyone. I've worked with children, dancers, clowns, acrobats and community groups, proving that rhythm isn’t just something you play—it’s something you feel. As a tutor I have an infectious enthusiasm, vast experience, and deep passion for music make every lesson an adventure. Whether you want to master a groove, explore world percussion, or just have fun with rhythm, learning with me is like stepping into a musical playground where anything is possible!

Education

BMus (hons) at the Royal Northern College of Music in percussion 2004-2008
Grade 8 Drum kit
Grade 8 Orchestra Percussion
Grade 5 Theory
DBS Enhanced Certificate

Experience / Qualifications

I'm a freelance drummer and percussionist living in Todmorden, Calderdale. Originally from Croydon, South London, I moved to Manchester where I studied at the Royal Northern College of Music from 2004-8. I've performed nationally and internationally with various theatre and circus companies including Giffords Circus, Circo Raluy (Catalonia), Ramshacklicious street-theatre company, Can’t Sit Still theatre company, Spymonkey comedy theatre, No Fit State Circus and 1927 Theatre company. I've performed at international arts festivals including, Melbourne, Spoleto Charleston, Shanghai and Edinburgh and performed on every continent!

I perform with groups and performers including afro-futurist artist Nwando Ebizie, vintage pop band The Black Shakes, Mr Wilson’s Second Liners and percussionist Delia Stevens.

I work for the charity Fund - who help children with additional and complex needs communicate through music. I also works for Music for the Many, a Todmorden based charity providing free of charge music opportunities to children in the area. I accompany dance classes with the company CAT at the Lowry. I started and run the Calderdale Fantasy Orchestra, in Todmorden, an all inclusive group playing an eclectic music of music from Sun Ra to David Bowie, Radiohead to Beverly Glenn-Copeland and with a heavy emphasis on improvisation.

I have taught for various music services (Rochdale, Warrington, Bristol) and given workshops for the Royal Northern College of Music, Leeds College of Music and Live Music Now.

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If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

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