ADULT DRUM LESSONS
Learning the drums isn't just for children. Whether you've always wanted to play, are returning to the instrument after many years, or are simply looking for a rewarding new hobby, lessons are tailored to your individual interests, goals and experience.
Jeremy has over 12 years' experience teaching music and holds a Bachelor of Contemporary Music from the Victorian College of the Arts. With over 20 years' experience as a professional performing and recording drummer, he combines real-world musicianship with a relaxed, encouraging and personalised teaching approach.
Lessons are practical, engaging and designed around what you want to achieve. Some students want to learn their favourite songs, others are interested in developing solid technique, understanding music more deeply, or simply enjoying the challenge of learning something new. There is no fixed curriculum, allowing lessons to progress at a pace that feels comfortable while continuing to challenge and inspire.
Many adult students appreciate the opportunity to step away from work and everyday responsibilities, discovering the enjoyment, creativity and sense of achievement that comes from making music. Whether you're learning purely for enjoyment or working towards more specific musical goals, lessons provide a supportive environment in which to develop confidence, musicianship and a lifelong appreciation of drumming.
SERVICES AND RATES
Jeremy provides Drum and Guitar lessons from teaching studios in Hawthorn and Glen Iris, with Online lessons also available.
Individual students
30 mins - $48 || 45 minutes - $67 || 1 hour - $83
Groups (2 or 3 students)
30 mins - $33 per student || 45 minutes - $46 per student || 1 hour - $56 per student
Rates are based on term enrolments of weekly lessons. For casual lessons please enquire about rates and availability.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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I generally teach students from around age 7 and up, depending on readiness. Lessons are available for children, teenagers and adults, and are tailored to the student’s age, experience and learning style.
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Definitely! I regularly teach complete beginners on drums, guitar and music theory. Lessons focus on building strong foundations, confidence and enjoyment from the very start.
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Drum students are encouraged to have access to a basic practice setup at home. Guitar students will need their own instrument. I’m happy to advise on suitable beginner equipment.
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For primary school–aged students, I usually recommend 30-minute lessons, or 45 minutes for students with particularly good focus.
For secondary students and adults, 45 or 60 minutes both work well. In 45 minutes we can get plenty done, while 60 minutes gives us more space to go deeper if you have the time. -
Student safety and wellbeing are very important to me. I hold a current Working With Children Check and complete ongoing professional development in child safety standards as part of my work within a Victorian government school setting.
In addition to my work as a music educator, I am also a qualified counsellor registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), and I work within clear ethical, professional and safety guidelines. Lessons are conducted in a respectful, supportive and age-appropriate manner at all times.
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Yes. I work with students from a wide range of backgrounds and aim to create a respectful, inclusive and supportive learning environment for everyone. I have experience teaching students from different cultural backgrounds, students who identify as LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent students, including those with ADHD. Lessons are adapted to suit each student’s needs, strengths and learning style.
TESTIMONIALS
“As a mature aged student who had no prior drumming experience, I was keen to find a patient and intuitive teacher who would not only build my technique, but also my confidence to feel at home at the drums. Jeremy’s personalised approach accommodates for my broader musical inquisitiveness, incorporating these interests into our lessons. Highly recommended!” - Jenna D
“Jeremy is an amazing teacher. Very knowledgeable, a great person and it's been a very fun last year picking up the drums. Can't recommend him enough to anyone! Thanks Jeremy!” - Felipe C
“I’ve been learning drums with Jeremy for two years as an adult beginner, and his teaching is both effective and enjoyable. He balances giving me autonomy with pushing me to progress, combining foundational skill-building with fun jam sessions to my favorite tunes. Jeremy is highly organised, keeping detailed lesson notes and resources so I have no excuse not to practice! His passion for teaching and adaptability make him an outstanding educator, I am very lucky to have him as a teacher.” - Yunkai W