Drum Lessons
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“I love being a drummer. Everyone thinks you’re dumb. What they don’t realise is that if it weren’t for you, their band would suck.”
World Class Drumming Lessons.
For us, drumming is where it all began! We started in 2017 as The School of Drumming. In 2022, we started the Weekly Monday Night Jam, and out of that came Woking Music!
In our one-to-one drumming lesson, you can expect to learn a variety of skills and techniques to help you become a better drummer.
These include hand and foot coordination, timing, rhythm, rudiments, dynamics, drum fills, and drumming styles.
You will also receive guidance on proper drum kit setup and maintenance, as well as advice on how to practice effectively.
Your drum teacher will work with you to create a personalized lesson plan based on your skill level, goals, and musical interests, so you can progress at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Throughout your lessons, you'll have the opportunity to ask questions, receive feedback, and receive encouragement from your teacher, and you'll have the tools and knowledge necessary to continue improving your playing outside of the lessons at our Weekly Jam Nights!
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Sight Reading
Allows you to interpret and play written drum parts accurately. Enables drummers to learn new music quickly and efficiently, which is important in a setting where there may be limited time for rehearsal.
Timing and Rhythm
An essential skills for a drummer because they are the backbone of any musical piece. The drummer's primary role is to keep the beat and maintain a steady tempo throughout the song.
Ear Training
Using what you hear to play in time with other musicians and to develop a strong sense of groove. Helping to develop improvisational skills by allowing you to hear and respond to changes in the music.
Musicality
Playing with dynamics, adding fills and accents at the right moments, and create a musical conversation with the other musicians. Elevating the performance and make it more engaging.
Independence & Coordination
Allows a drummer to play more complex rhythms and patterns, adding depth and variety to their playing. It also helps to improve overall control and precision, which is essential for playing in a band or recording.
Technique
Good technique allows a drummer to execute different playing styles and techniques with ease, such as playing fast double bass drum patterns, intricate fills, or ghost notes.
Extra Curricular
An Evening with…
Learn from some of the greatest musicians and singers in the industry. They can offer you unique insights and techniques that you may not have considered before.
Weekly Jam Night
The perfect opportunity to come together with other local musicians and music lovers in a fun, relaxed, and inclusive environment.
Meet the Team
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Annie Mumford
Annie is originally from Switzerland, but moved to the U.K. in 2016 to complete a BA Degree in Music Industry Practice (Drums). Outside of the Woking School of Music, Annie teaches professionally for The Academy of Contemporary Music and Drum Works.
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Oli Demko
Oliver is an in-demand drummer holding a BA Degree in Music Industry Practice (Drums) at The Academy of Contemporary Music. Outside of the Woking School of Music, Oliver plays with Indie Band Hard Work.
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Emma Taylor
Emma Taylor holds a BA Degree in Music Industry Practice (Drums) at The Academy of Contemporary Music. Emma regularly posts bitesize drumming lessons on TikTok, where she has over 213K followers and 2M likes.
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Andrea Mento
Andrea Mento moved to Surrey, UK from Sicily, Italy in order to study the BA Degree in Music Industry Practice (Drums) at The Academy of Contemporary Music. After graduating, Andrea began working as a Professional Touring Drummer, and as a Teacher for the Woking School of Music
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Clara Smith
Clara is studying a four year degree in Orchestral Percussion at the Royal College of Music. Clara has played with both the National Youth Orchestra and National Youth Percussion Ensemble of Great Britain. Clara has a Dog called Casper 🐶
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Andrew Bedser
Andrew holds a BA Degree in Music Industry Practice (Drums). Outside of the Woking School of Music, Andrew can be found playing with local function bands, and teaching part time in schools on behalf of Surrey Arts.
If you're interested in learning to play the drums or improving your skills, why not book a trial lesson at Woking Music?
Get in touch.
Learning to play music can be an incredibly rewarding experience, providing a creative outlet, improving cognitive abilities, and boosting self-confidence. Start your musical journey today and discover the joy and fulfillment that making music can bring!