Drum Lessons Briar Hill

Feel The Beat

Want professional drum lessons near Briar Hill? The drummer is the heartbeat of every band, and at Manhattan Music School, we've been teaching drums across Melbourne's northern suburbs for over 20 years. Our experienced, dedicated drum teachers guide students of all ages develop solid technique, timing, and feel.

Based at our Eltham North music school, we offer drums and percussion to students of all levels. From complete beginners to advanced players, we'll create a learning path that suits you, with no need to bring your own kit to lessons.

Briar Hill is one of our closest suburbs, just 5 minutes from our Eltham North studio. Briar Hill families love the convenience of having quality drum lessons practically on their doorstep. Whether you drive, take the bus, or get a lift, you'll find our music school in Eltham North a great environment for learning drums. There is ample parking available at our studio.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

If you're from Briar Hill and looking for reliable drum lessons, Manhattan Music School is a great fit. We've been developing drummers across Melbourne's north for over 20 years, and here's what sets us apart.

Expert Drum Teachers

All of our drum tutors is a trained musician who genuinely cares about your progress. Covering styles from rock, jazz, funk, metal, and more, they ensure every lesson is engaging and productive.

Individual Attention

Every drum lesson is private, giving you dedicated attention to build your stick technique, timing, and groove. No group classes — just you, your teacher, and the kit.

Professional Drum Kits

Practise on quality drum kits in our Eltham North studio. You don't need your own kit to begin lessons. Our studio kits are well-maintained and set up for optimal learning.

Band-Ready Training

The best drummers know how to play in a band. Our band workshops and annual Rock Show give you genuine band experience alongside guitarists, bassists, and singers. There's nothing like playing live with a full band.

DRUM STYLES WE TEACH

Learn Any Style of Drumming

Every style of music relies on the drummer, and at Manhattan Music, we teach them all. Whether you're into tight funk grooves to intricate Latin rhythms, our teachers will help you master the grooves and skills that make each style unique.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

Rock-solid beats, double kick techniques, and explosive fills

Jazz

Swing rhythms, brush techniques, sophisticated vocabulary

Pop & Funk

Tight, grooving pocket playing with feel and precision

Blues & Country

Shuffles, train beats, laid-back grooves

Punk & Alternative

Fast, energetic, driving beats

Latin & World Percussion

Clave patterns, Afro-Cuban rhythms, samba, bossa nova

Whatever style you're passionate about, we'll teach you the techniques and feel that make it authentic

LESSON INFORMATION

Drum Lesson Details

Lesson Structure

Duration & Pricing

30-minute lessons are $40

60-minute lessons available

What’s included

One-on-one instruction on professional drum kits

Technique, timing, and coordination training

Reading drum notation

Playing along with songs and backing tracks

Examination preparation

Schedule & Location

Lesson Times

Monday - Thursday: 1:30pm - 9:00pm

Friday: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Flexible scheduling

We work around your schedule.

Location

All drum lessons are held at our Eltham North studio with professional drum kits.

Trial Lessons Available

Request a Callback

Please fill out the form to request a call back for more information or to book a trial lesson.

You can also or call us directly on (03) 9439 4800. Our friendly staff are always happy to help!

Call Us (03) 9439 4800

FAQS

Drum Lessons FAQs

Starting drum lessons requires nothing more than enthusiasm! Our studio has professional kits ready for every lesson. For home practice, a simple pad and pair of sticks will do.

SERVICE AREAS

Drum Lessons Across Melbourne's Northern Suburbs

Manhattan Music School

Provides professional drum lessons to students across Melbourne's Northern Suburbs. Based in Eltham North, we're conveniently located for drummers from throughout the region.

Suburbs we serve

We welcome drum students from Eltham, Greensborough, Diamond Creek, Montmorency, Lower Plenty, Heidelberg, Templestowe, Warrandyte, Doncaster, Rosanna, Viewbank, Watsonia, Bundoora, Macleod, Research, Briar Hill, and surrounding areas.

Ready to learn drums in Briar Hill?

Join hundreds of students who've learned drums at Manhattan Music School over the past two decades. Whether you're just starting out or an experienced player seeking new challenges, we're here to help.

Book Your Drum Lesson

Call Us(03) 9439 4800