Drum Lessons in Brighton
Learn to play the drums with ease and enjoyment! Whether you're picking up the sticks for the first time or looking to refine your skills, our lessons focus on helping you improve while keeping the experience fun and engaging.
Who Our Drum Lessons Are For
Our drum lessons at Brighton School of Music are designed for all ages and skill levels, whether you're brand new to drumming or looking to sharpen your technique and expand your rhythmic vocabulary.
Beginner Drum Lessons – Learn how to hold the sticks, develop coordination, and play basic drum beats and fills.
Intermediate Drum Lessons – Improve your groove, learn more complex rhythms, and start developing your own style.
Advanced Drum Lessons – Master advanced techniques, speed, and dynamics, and explore soloing and improvisation.
Acoustic & Electronic Drumming – Whether you prefer the feel of a real drum kit or need to practice quietly on an electronic kit, we tailor lessons to suit your setup.
Drum Lessons for Kids & Adults – Whether you're a young beginner or an adult learner, our tutors adapt their approach to make lessons fun and engaging.
Whether you want to play in a band or just drum for fun, we’re here to help you grow.
Our Drum Tutors
Our drum tutors at Brighton School of Music are all passionate about sharing their love for music. Every tutor has years of experience performing and teaching, and are friendly, supportive, and skilled at tailoring their approach to suit each student’s individual goals. Whether you’re aiming for the stage, preparing for exams, or simply learning for fun, our tutors are here to help you make the drums your own.
What Our Drum Lessons Look Like
Each lesson will be taking place in a dedicated studio, where you’ll be guided by a friendly and experienced tutor who’s there to help you develop your skills and enjoy the art of drumming. Each lesson is tailored to your goals and skill level, combining technique and creativity to help you play the music you love.
Here is some of what you might learn:
Beginner Drum Lessons
How to hold drumsticks correctly and develop control
Basic drum beats and simple fills
Learning to play along with songs
Developing coordination between hands and feet
Intermediate Drum Lessons
Expanding your rhythm vocabulary (syncopation, ghost notes)
Playing in different time signatures (4/4, 3/4, 6/8)
Developing groove and dynamics
Learning iconic drum beats from rock, pop, funk, and jazz
Advanced Drum Lessons
Double kick techniques and polyrhythms
Advanced fills and drum solos
Playing odd time signatures and complex grooves
Developing speed, endurance, and improvisational skills
Our lessons are fully tailored to your musical interests!
Why Choose Brighton School of Music for Drum Lessons?
✔️ Build Confidence & Rhythm – We focus on solid technique, musicality, and helping you play with confidence.
✔️ Experienced & Supportive Tutors – Our drum teachers are passionate musicians who make learning fun and engaging.
✔️ Learn on Acoustic or Electronic Kits – Whether you’re practicing at home on an electric kit or playing on a full drum set, we’ll endeavour to tailor lessons to your setup.
✔️ Play the Music You Love – Rock, pop, jazz, funk, metal—you choose the genre, and we’ll help you master it.
✔️ Exam Support Available – If you’re preparing for drum exams, we can guide you through the syllabus.
✔️ Performance Opportunities – Gain stage experience and build confidence through student showcases.