One-to-one drum lessons, practical coaching and workshops for developing drummers.
With more than a decade of teaching experience, Ed Hendry has helped drummers of all ages and abilities develop their confidence, technique and musicality.
He is a senior member of the teaching faculty at ACM London, where he lectures on both the Drums and Live Production pathways.
Every lesson is tailored to each student's learning style, experience and goals. Beginners will develop strong fundamentals, including stick grip, technique, timing and essential grooves. More experienced drummers can explore advanced coordination, jazz and Latin styles, or learn how to integrate Ableton into live performance.
Whether you're working towards your next gig, completing your grades, preparing for auditions, or simply want to play your favourite songs, lessons are designed to help you achieve your goals.
One-to-one
Lessons
Private lessons for beginner, intermediate and experienced drummers wanting to improve technique, groove, timing, creativity, confidence and musicality.
Performance & Musicianship Coaching
Practical support for players preparing for gigs, auditions, recordings, exams, college & university work, or professional performance.
Workshops &
Group Sessions
Drum, rhythm, band, live performance, worship and music industry workshops for schools, colleges, churches, and organisations.
Remote Support
Optional online coaching, feedback, practice planning, or project support for students who cannot attend in person.
“Ed is an incredible teacher and he has a great way of explaining concepts in a clear and adaptable way. Ed tailored the lessons exactly to suit my goals and aims”
— Jazmine
FAQ
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Lessons are tailored to the student, but always focused on becoming a more musical, confident, and capable drummer. We can work on the following:
groove and timing
technique
rudiments
coordination and independence
reading and charts
playing to a click
song learning
styles and vocabulary
dynamics and touch
recording preparation
live performance skills
creativity and improvisation
practice routines
confidence and musicality
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Tuition is available for Trinity Guildhall and Rock School graded exams, as well as rudimental snare drumming.
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Yes. I have taught many young drummers in over 10 years of private drum tuition.
Students under 18 are welcome to have a parent/guardian stay with them during the lesson, and I hold an Enhanced DBS check plus all the required teaching insurances.
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No, a full acoustic kit is not needed to get started, though having something to practise on between lessons is important. I can advise on practice pads, electronic kits, acoustic kits, and beginner setups.
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£40 per hour, or £160 for a regular monthly weekly slot.
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Regular Tuesday slots are available for students who want consistent weekly lessons. For a one off lesson please get in touch to enquire about availability.
PRICING
£40 for 1 hour
£20 for 30 minutes
Tuesday slots are available for students who want regular weekly lessons. For one-off lessons, get in touch to enquire about availability.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have Ed as our son's drum teacher! He is just 5 years old and has tendencies of ADHD, and has found a mentor in Ed who truly understands him. Ed has a remarkable ability to balance discipline and fun, adapting each lesson to Abel's needs. When Abel starts to feel overwhelmed, Ed adjusts the lesson, ensuring that it remains engaging and enjoyable.
What impresses us the most is Ed's dedication to finding different techniques to make learning both fun and informative. Each lesson is structured yet flexible, allowing Abel to thrive. Ed’s passion shines through his teaching, and it’s evident he genuinely cares about his students’ progress.”
— OLIVIA“I’ve been taking drum lessons with Ed since the start of the year and it’s been an excellent and fun experience. As a beginner, I was nervous at first but Ed is patient and makes the learning process fun. Ed knows how to explain things, so even tricky grooves have been understandable. I feel I have come a long way in a short space of time and now I’m getting the hang of drumming. I highly recommend Ed as a teacher!”
— REECE“Ed is an incredible teacher and he has a great way of explaining concepts in a clear and adaptable way. Ed tailored the lessons exactly to suit my goals and aims with learning the drums and took into account how much I already knew so that our lessons were as productive as possible. His online set-up runs smoothly and is perfectly organised to see different angles of the drum kit. Would absolutely recommend Ed, in only a few lessons my confidence in playing grew so much!"
— JASMINE"My 9 year old daughter has been having weekly lessons with Ed for almost 2 years now, and has progressed to a Grade 3 level. In her own words: 'Ed explains things in such a way that she ‘gets it’. He is so patient and makes the lesson so much fun. He encourages her when she doubts herself, and pushes her to achieve results he knows she can achieve.
Her confidence has grown so much over the last year, she now goes on her own. For a child with separation anxiety, this is huge for her; only possible because of the trust between them. She loves her lessons and tells others about them all the time!"
— KIMWorkshops &
Group Education
Available for schools, colleges, churches, worship teams, music groups, charities and creative organisations. Workshop topics include:
drum performance
groove and timing
playing in a band
worship drumming
live sound basics
rhythm workshops
preparing for performance
recording drums
drum tuning and mic placement
music industry / professional practice
Ready to improve your drumming?
Book a Tuesday lesson, or get in touch to discuss coaching, workshops, or group education.
