Apollo Music School

Drum Lessons

The Basics

Discover the rhythmic world of drumming with our engaging drum lessons at Apollo Music School.

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, our experienced teachers cater to all levels. Learn to master various drumming techniques, styles, and rhythms while enjoying a structured curriculum designed to foster growth and creativity.

With a focus on both technical proficiency and artistic expression, our lessons will help you develop your own unique sound. Join us to unleash your potential and become the drummer you've always wanted to be!

Your Teacher

Ash Legg

Background

Ash's mohawk tends to stick out in a crowd. He has wealth of experience performing in studio and live settings and has played with a vast variety of bands and genres through the years. He is well-versed in Rock, Pop, Funk and Metal drumming and brings unique enthusiasm when he performs.

Ash has taught in multiple schools across the North of England and in his element working with young (and adult!) aspiring musicians.

Qualifications

- Grade 1 - 8 Drums
- Grade 1 - 8 Music Theory
- BA (Hons) 1st Class in Drama & Performance

What You’ll Learn

Real Songs

Know that one song that you've always wanted to play? You can learn it!

We teach our musicians how to play real songs that they know and like. Whether you are a loud rockstar or a complete beginner, you will be playing along to your favourite songs in no time.

Graded Examinations

Our graded examination syllabus provides an opportunity to put your musical skills to the test, whilst also receiving qualifications which are recognised by Colleges and Universities across the UK.

We are open to teaching with any preferred examination board, but typically we use:

  • Trinity College of Music

  • Rock School

  • London College of Music

Real Skills

We provide a well-rounded music education, which includes (but is not limited to):

  • Instrumental Technique

  • How To Maximise Your Practice Time

  • Applied Music Theory

  • Performative Stagecraft

  • Introduction to New Musical Genres

Performance

A key element of studying musicianship is performing live (or recorded) for other people.

We steadily nurture confidence in our students and aim to empower them to feel free to express themselves to an audience.

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