Drum Lessons Warrandyte

Feel The Beat

Searching for professional drum lessons near Warrandyte? Drums are the foundation of every style of music, and at Manhattan Music School, we've been providing drum tuition across Melbourne's northern suburbs for over two decades. Our experienced, dedicated drum teachers help students of all ages build the coordination, timing, and groove every drummer needs.

Based in Eltham North, we offer thorough drum and percussion tuition for all skill levels. From basic coordination to complex polyrhythms, we'll help you develop the skills every great drummer needs.

Warrandyte is around 12 to 15 minutes from our Eltham North studio via Research-Warrandyte Road. Many Warrandyte families are among our most loyal drum students, making the trip each week. However you choose to get here, you'll find our Eltham North studio a comfortable and friendly place to learn. We have plenty of parking available at our studio.

Why Us

Why Choose Manhattan Music for Drum Lessons?

Drumming is so much more than keeping a beat — it's about rhythm, technique, feel, and musicality. At Manhattan Music School, we've spent over two decades perfecting our approach to drum education. Here's what sets us apart.

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 jazz and blues to rock, metal, and funk.

Individual Attention

Every drum lesson is one-on-one, giving you personalised instruction to improve your stick technique, timing, and groove. Your teacher's full attention is on you for the entire lesson.

Professional Drum Kits

Learn on professional drum kits in our purpose-built studio. Just bring your sticks — we provide everything else. Our teaching kits are professional-grade and ready to play.

Band-Ready Training

Through our regular band sessions and our annual concert, you'll learn what it really means to be a drummer in a band. Playing with a band is the ultimate drumming experience.

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 teach the drumming styles that inspire you. From rock to jazz and everything in between, our teachers have the skills.

Styles include:

Rock & Metal

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

Jazz

Swing rhythms, brush techniques, sophisticated vocabulary

Pop & Funk

Locked-in grooves, tight pocket, and dynamic control

Blues & Country

Shuffles, train beats, laid-back grooves

Punk & Alternative

High-energy rhythms, speed, and raw power

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!

Call Us (03) 9439 4800

FAQS

Drum Lessons FAQs

There's no need to buy a drum kit before starting! You'll learn on our professional kits. 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.

Start your drumming journey from Warrandyte today.

Hundreds of students across Melbourne's northern suburbs have chosen our Eltham North studio for professional drum instruction. Book a trial lesson today and see why.