• Drum Concepts covers all essential conceptual aspects of drumming, including styles, grooves and musical feel. You will also look at the mental approach to performing and practicing.

• Drum Techniques focuses on the mechanical, physical and ergonomic principles of
  hand and foot technique. You’ll look at co-ordination, control, speed, endurance and mobility to develop effective self-expression on the kit.

• Contemporary Styles will give you the low-down on the latest styles at the cutting edge of music. You’ll look at what’s required to play these styles authentically, and then at how to program them, as well as the use of MIDI systems and studio techniques.

• Rhythm Section Skills explores in detail the relationship between the drummer and the bass guitarist. Drummers work on a stylistically varied repertoire of tunes, looking particularly at technique, time, groove and feel.

• Latin Percussion will develop your understanding of the principles of African, Cuban and Brazilian rhythms, and give you a sound grasp of hand percussion. You’ll also apply what you learn to popular music.

• Studio gives you a direct insight into the professional recording environment. You’ll get hands-on experience and really have your playing challenged! Includes setting up, mic-ing techniques, recording, interaction with other musicians and studio awareness.

• General Musicianship introduces drummers to essential musical concepts, including
  key signatures, harmony, notation, melody, scales, chords and songwriting. This will enhance your ability to communicate about music and create it effectively.

• Sight Reading covers everything from basic note values and rests, right up to
  transcribing, chart-reading and performance in relation to different musical styles.

• Live Performance Workshops are your chance to put it all into practice on stage in a
  live band situation! Working under the guidance of experienced professional musicians, you will move through a range of styles throughout the year, including rock, pop, jazz, funk and RnB.

• Masterclasses are your chance listen to and learn from some of the best in the business. Recent visitors to the school have included Chad Smith, Gary Husband, Ian Paice, Mark Mondesir, Dave Lombardo, Ian Thomas and Ralph Salmins, who is also a Patron of Drumtech.

• Business is an important area for any musician. You’ll get the low-down from agents,record companies and fixers about the nature of the business, and how to stay in it.

• Practice booths are available seven days a week for you to perfect your skills.

• Student Support is your chance to book a one-to-one session with a tutor to discuss any aspect of the course.

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Course Costs 2010/11

UK/EU
£5,295.00

International
£6,500.00

Prices are inclusive of course materials