Drum Lessons Eaglemont

Feel The Beat

Searching for professional drum lessons close to Eaglemont? The drummer is the heartbeat of every band, and at Manhattan Music School, we've been helping students learn drums throughout Melbourne's northern suburbs for over two decades. Our qualified, passionate drum teachers guide students of all ages develop solid technique, timing, and feel.

Our Eltham North studio features professional drum kits and offers professional tuition for all levels. Whether you're sitting behind a kit for the first time or refining advanced skills, our instructors will help you reach your drumming goals.

Eaglemont is approximately 15 to 20 minutes from our Eltham North studio via Lower Plenty Road. Eaglemont students and families find the drive straightforward and well worth making each week for drum lessons. Our Eltham North studio is easy to reach, with plenty of parking available on site. We'd love to welcome you from Eaglemont for a trial drum lesson.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

There's more to playing drums than people think — it's about timing, coordination, dynamics, and feel. At Manhattan Music School, we've spent over 20 years developing our drum teaching methods. Here's what makes our drum lessons different.

Expert Drum Teachers

Every one of our drum teachers is a trained musician who genuinely cares about your progress. Proficient across rock, jazz, funk, metal, and more, they ensure every lesson is engaging and productive.

Individual Attention

Each drum lesson is a private, one-on-one session tailored to where you're at. Which gives you focused coaching that you can't get in a group setting

Professional Drum Kits

Our teaching rooms has professional drum kits ready for every lesson. Beginners can start without any equipment at home — we can advise on practice equipment as you progress.

Band-Ready Training

Through our band workshops and annual Manhattan Music Rock Show, you'll learn what it really means to be a drummer in a band. This is where your drumming really comes alive.

DRUM STYLES WE TEACH

Learn Any Style of Drumming

The drums are at the heart of virtually every style of music. At Manhattan Music School, we cover every genre you want to play. From rock to jazz and everything in between, our teachers have the skills.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

Hard-hitting grooves, powerful fills, and relentless energy

Jazz

Classic swing feel, brush work, and dynamic independence

Pop & Funk

Locked-in grooves, tight pocket, and dynamic control

Blues & Country

Classic shuffles, relaxed grooves, and steady timekeeping

Punk & Alternative

Fast tempos, aggressive energy, and driving momentum

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

Starting drum lessons requires nothing more than enthusiasm! We provide quality drum kits for all our students. 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.

Time to start your Eaglemont drumming journey?

Hundreds of students across Melbourne's northern suburbs have chosen our Eltham North studio for professional drum instruction. Get in touch to arrange your first lesson.