Drum Lessons Research

Feel The Beat

Searching for professional drum instruction near Research? At Manhattan Music School, we've been teaching drums across Melbourne's northern suburbs for more than two decades. Whether you want to master jazz rhythms, our enthusiastic, skilled teachers will take you from complete beginner to stage-ready drummer.

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 quality kits available in our studio.

Research is approximately 5 to 8 minutes from our studio in Eltham North. Research residents enjoy a short, scenic drive to reach our music school for their drum lessons. However you choose to get here, you'll find our Eltham North studio welcoming and easy to find. Free parking available right at our door.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

Research families have various options when it comes to drum lessons, but few match Manhattan Music School offers. With over 20 years of experience teaching drums, here's why families across Melbourne's north choose us.

Expert Drum Teachers

Our drum teachers are accredited musicians who bring real passion to every drum lesson. They're proficient in a wide range of genres from pop and rock through to jazz, Latin, and funk.

Individual Attention

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

Professional Drum Kits

Our Eltham North studio features well-maintained professional kits set up and ready to go. All you need to bring is a pair of drum sticks — we can advise on practice equipment as you progress.

Band-Ready Training

Drumming isn't a solo sport. Our regular ensemble sessions and annual concert give you the chance to develop your listening, timing, and band skills. There's nothing like playing live with a full band.

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 offer tuition across all popular drumming styles. Whatever beat gets you excited, we can teach it.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

Powerful rock beats, double bass patterns, driving energy

Jazz

Swing rhythms, brush techniques, sophisticated vocabulary

Pop & Funk

Funky grooves, tight timing, and feel-driven playing

Blues & Country

Shuffle patterns, laid-back feel, and authentic groove

Punk & Alternative

Fast, energetic, driving beats

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

Not at all! You'll learn on our professional kits in the studio. For practice between lessons, beginners can start with just a practice pad. 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.

Begin your rhythmic adventure with drum lessons near Research.

Drummers of all ages and abilities have turned to Manhattan Music for quality drum tuition. Book a trial lesson today and see why.

Book Your Drum Lesson

Call Us(03) 9439 4800