Drum Lessons Lower Plenty


Feel The Beat


After top-quality drum instruction in Lower Plenty? 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 help you develop the skills every great drummer needs.

Based at our Eltham North music school, we teach drums and percussion to students of all levels. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your playing further, we'll tailor your lessons to your goals, with no need to bring your own kit to lessons.

Lower Plenty is just 8 to 10 minutes from our Eltham North studio via Main Road. Lower Plenty is one of our closest service areas, and many local families attend drum lessons with us each week. Getting to our Bolton Street studio is straightforward, with ample parking available right outside. We'd love to welcome you from Lower Plenty for a trial drum lesson.

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Why Us


Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?


If you're from Lower Plenty and looking for professional drum lessons, Manhattan Music School is the right choice. We've been developing drummers across Melbourne's north for over 20 years, and here's what sets us apart.
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Expert Drum Teachers


Each of our drum tutors is fully qualified and deeply experienced. Proficient across rock, jazz, funk, metal, and more, they ensure every lesson is engaging and productive.
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Individual Attention


Each drum lesson is a dedicated one-on-one session tailored to where you're at. This means focused coaching that you can't get in a group setting
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Professional Drum Kits


Our teaching rooms has professional drum kits set up and ready to go. Beginners can start without any equipment at home — we can advise on practice equipment as you progress.
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Band-Ready Training


The best drummers know how to play in a band. Our band workshops and annual Rock Show give you real experience playing with other musicians. It's an experience that builds confidence far beyond music.

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. Whether you're into tight funk grooves to intricate Latin rhythms, our instructors cover the rhythms and dynamics that make each style authentic.
Styles include:

Rock & Metal

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

Jazz

Classic swing feel, brush work, and dynamic independence

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

Latin grooves, Afro-Cuban feels, and world percussion styles

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!


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    You don't need any equipment to begin! We provide quality drum kits for all our students. For home practice, a simple pad and pair of sticks will do.
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    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.

    Start your drumming journey from Lower Plenty today.



    For over 20 years, 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.

    Based in Eltham North, Melbourne

    All Styles,
    All Ages

    20+ Years Experience

    AMEB & Rockschool Accredited