Drum Lessons Macleod

Feel The Beat

Macleod families wanting professional drum lessons are invited to join Manhattan Music School. With more than two decades of experience across Melbourne's northern suburbs, our experienced drum teachers help students of all ages and skill levels to develop rock-solid timing and technique.

Based in Eltham North, we offer thorough drum and percussion tuition for students at every stage of their drumming journey. From your first beat to advanced techniques, we'll build your technique, timing, and musical feel.

Macleod is around 10 to 12 minutes from our studio in Eltham North, with a direct route via Greensborough Road. Many Macleod students attend our drum lessons on a weekly basis. We're simple to find in Eltham North, with free parking available right outside. We welcome drum students from Macleod and look forward to helping you start your drumming journey.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

If you're a Macleod resident wanting quality drum lessons, Manhattan Music School is here for you. We've been teaching drums for over 20 years, and here's what makes us different.

Expert Drum Teachers

Each of our drum instructors is an accredited professional with years of teaching behind them. Proficient across rock, jazz, funk, metal, and more, they make learning drums an enjoyable experience.

Individual Attention

Every drum lesson is one-on-one, giving you personalised instruction to improve your stick technique, timing, and groove. No group classes — just you, your teacher, and the kit.

Professional Drum Kits

Learn on top-quality drum kits in our professional teaching studio. You don't need your own kit to begin lessons. Our teaching kits are always in top condition for our students.

Band-Ready Training

The best drummers know how to play in a band. Our regular ensemble sessions and annual concert 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

Drums drive every genre of music, and at Manhattan Music, we offer tuition across every major genre. Whether you're into thundering metal to laid-back blues, our instructors cover the techniques and feel that make each style come alive.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

Hard-hitting grooves, powerful fills, and relentless energy

Jazz

Swing rhythms, brush techniques, sophisticated vocabulary

Pop & Funk

Tight, grooving pocket playing with feel and precision

Blues & Country

Classic shuffles, relaxed grooves, and steady timekeeping

Punk & Alternative

Fast tempos, aggressive energy, and driving momentum

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

Not at all! You'll use our professional drum kits during lessons. For practice between lessons, beginners can begin with a simple practice pad and sticks. We can advise on home practice equipment as you progress.

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 Macleod.

Follow in the footsteps of countless students who've built their skills at Manhattan Music over the past 20 years. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to take your drumming to the next level, we're here to help.

Book Your Drum Lesson

Call Us(03) 9439 4800