Drum Lessons Bundoora

Feel The Beat

Searching for professional drum lessons around Bundoora? At Manhattan Music School, we've been helping students discover the joy of drumming for more than two decades. Whether you dream of thundering rock beats, our enthusiastic, skilled teachers will take you from complete beginner to stage-ready drummer.

Our Eltham North studio is equipped with professional drum kits and provides professional tuition for all levels. No matter where you are in your drumming journey, our instructors will help you grow as a drummer and musician.

Bundoora is just a 10-minute drive from our Eltham North studio, with easy access via Greensborough Road. Many of our Bundoora families find the short trip well worth it for quality drum tuition. Our Eltham North studio is easy to reach, with plenty of parking available right outside. We'd love to welcome you from Bundoora for a trial drum lesson.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

Learning drums is about more than just hitting things — it's about groove, dynamics, precision, and expression. At Manhattan Music School, we've spent over two decades developing our drum teaching methods. Here's what sets us apart.

Expert Drum Teachers

Our drum teachers are qualified, experienced, and passionate about rhythm. They're proficient in a wide range of genres from jazz and blues to rock, metal, and funk.

Individual Attention

Every drum lesson is a dedicated one-on-one session built around your goals. Which gives you focused coaching that you can't get in a group setting

Professional Drum Kits

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

Band-Ready Training

Through our live performance program and yearly Rock Show concert, you'll learn how to lock in with other musicians. Playing with a band is the ultimate drumming experience.

DRUM STYLES WE TEACH

Learn Any Style of Drumming

Drums drive every genre of music, and at Manhattan Music, we offer tuition across every major genre. From thundering metal to laid-back blues, our teachers will help you master the rhythms and dynamics that make each style come alive.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

Hard-hitting grooves, powerful fills, and relentless energy

Jazz

Jazz independence, swing patterns, and expressive brush technique

Pop & Funk

Locked-in grooves, tight pocket, and dynamic control

Blues & Country

Shuffle patterns, laid-back feel, and authentic groove

Punk & Alternative

High-energy rhythms, speed, and raw power

Latin & World Percussion

Samba, bossa nova, clave-based rhythms, and global percussion

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

No! You'll use our professional drum kits during lessons. For practising at home, beginners can start with just a practice pad. We'll guide you on building your setup over time.

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.

Take the first step towards learning drums in Bundoora.

For over two decades, Manhattan Music School has been the trusted choice for drum lessons in Melbourne's northern suburbs. We'll help you develop the timing, technique, and groove that defines great drumming.