Teaching
Jamie has over 15 years of drumming experience and 2 years of professional drum teaching experience, studying both Rockschool and Trinity College London Grades as well as Jazz drum kit at The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. He is fully DBS certified and has worked with a wide variety of students, from 5-65 years old, total beginners, advanced students and also neurodivergent and disabled students.
He currently offers 1-1 private drum lessons at his drum studio, conveniently located just a 10 minute drive from Manchester City Centre and a 2 minute walk from Holt Town tram stop, at Pollard Yard studios. The studio is a purpose-built music practice space, with a full acoustic drum set, sound system, sheet music and music library all available for student’s use.
Availability:
Fridays
Sundays
Whilst consistent, weekly or fortnightly lessons are best, I appreciate it is not always possible to fit this in. If you would like to request a lesson outside of the days and times listed above please simply fill out the contact form below and I will be happy to get back to you!
Ability:
Minimum of grade 5 or similar drumming ability.
Lessons are catered specifically for advanced and aspiring professional drummers.
Duo, group or online lessons are not available.
Prices:
30mins -£25
45mins -£35
60mins - £45
Payment by cash or bank transfer.
No minimum term or contract.
Lessons chargeable within a 24-hour cancellation period.
Address:
Pollard Yard
15 Pollard St E
Manchester
M40 7QX
On-site parking available.
Location:
Testimonials:
“If you are looking for drummer tuition look no further, l cannot recommend Jamie's tuition highly enough! He started giving our grandson lessons about 6 months ago and his progress has been startling. Taking into consideration my grandson has the attention span of a gnat, it speaks volumes of Jamie's patience and talent, keeping 'engaged' the whole time. To say our grandson looks forward to his lessons is a big understatement!”
Steve Lord - Saddleworth
“My son is nine years old and had weekly drum lessons with Jamie. From the very beginning, it was clear that he is a highly skilled, patient, and encouraging teacher who understands how to work effectively with children. He quickly built a great rapport with my son, creating a relaxed but focused learning environment that kept him engaged and motivated each week.
During the time they worked together, my son made excellent progress in both his technical ability and his overall confidence on the drums.
Although the tuition period was relatively short, the positive impact Jamie had on my son’s musical development was significant. I would not hesitate to recommend him to other families or organisations looking for a dedicated and effective drum teacher.”
Kayleigh - Carbrook
“Jamie is a fantastic drum teacher, my son Oliver (aged 7) has loved his lessons with him and they were the highlight of the week. Jamie is extremely professional and very talented indeed. I would highly recommend him as a teacher to anyone wanting to learn how to play the drums.”
Hannah - Saddleworth
Contact
Please provide as much information as you can about you/your child’s current ability, lesson aims (if applicable), lesson time/day preference and any additional needs, requirements or questions you may have…