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The 10 best drum teachers in Manchester

A good drum lesson should match your age, experience and musical aims, whether you are starting out, returning to the instrument or preparing for grades. Check for one-to-one tuition, online flexibility or practice rooms, plus band and performance opportunities if playing with others appeals.

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Compare 10 Drum Teachers in Manchester

Anthem Music School - Monton, Manchester#1
What sets it apart
  • Small-group band-style lessons

  • Live performance opportunities

  • DBS-checked teachers

Anthem Music School - Monton

4.9231 reviews
193 Monton Rd, Eccles, Manchester M30 9PN, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children wanting group music lessons and performance experience

Anthem Music School - Monton teaches guitar, piano and drums to children and learners of different ages and abilities. Its distinctive format centres on small-group lessons where children learn together, play in bands and build confidence through performance.

The school offers trial lessons, private tuition and group classes, with opportunities for concerts and live performances. Children can work towards taking the stage rather than learning only in isolation, while schools can access peripatetic instrumental teachers. Age five-plus small-group guitar, piano, drum and singing lessons cost £70 per month, with private options also available.

E&M Music Academy, Manchester#2
What sets it apart
  • One-to-one lessons across many instruments

  • Trial lessons available

  • Performance and youth band opportunities

E&M Music Academy

5.056 reviews
3-5 Barton Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 9FA, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children and adults seeking individual music tuition

One-to-one tuition in piano, singing and guitar is available at E&M Music Academy in Stretford, alongside lessons in ukulele and drums. Lessons are open to learners of any age or ability, with beginners building foundations and experienced students exploring repertoire, technique and performance.

Students can work towards exams, join choirs or youth bands, and arrange a trial lesson in their chosen instrument. The academy also offers acting, music theory and performance opportunities, making it suitable for children and adults seeking structured individual tuition in Stretford.

Drum Tuition Northern Quarter, Manchester#3
What sets it apart
  • Studio and online lessons

Drum Tuition Northern Quarter

5.052 reviews
Studio 1, 2nd Floor, DRUM TUITION NORTHERN QUARTER, 14-16 Faraday St, Manchester M1 1BE, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Beginners and returning drummers

Drum Tuition Northern Quarter teaches beginners and returning players, with lessons focused on technique, practice and steady progression. Andrew adapts the content to the student’s level and interests, whether someone is starting from scratch, picking up the drums again or developing a particular technique.

Lessons take place in a city-centre studio and are also available online. Students can work on confidence, practical tips and chosen musical goals, while the flexible teaching style supports both adults and children learning individually or together.

Nikolas Kallithrakas - Drum Lessons, Manchester#4
What sets it apart
  • Online or face-to-face lessons

  • Rockschool and Trinity grades 1-8

  • Free trial lesson

Nikolas Kallithrakas - Drum Lessons

5.049 reviews
House, Cheltenham, 4 Cheltenham St, Salford M6 6WY, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children, beginners and players preparing for graded study

Nikolas Kallithrakas - Drum Lessons teaches drumming online or face to face, covering fundamentals, technique and tempo awareness, with Rockschool or Trinity grades 1 to 8 available. Lessons are structured for beginners and developing players, with musical interests used to keep learning engaging.

Nikolas brings theatre, festival and session work experience to his teaching. His background includes Rockschool Grade 8 with Distinction, a Bachelor’s degree with Honours in Popular Music and Recording, and four drumming scholarships. Students can begin with a free trial lesson, while the wider service also includes remote recordings and session drummer work.

Anthem Music School - Salford, Manchester#5
What sets it apart
  • Band-style small-group lessons

  • Live performance opportunities

  • DBS-checked teachers

Anthem Music School - Salford

5.044 reviews
22 Lord Byron Square, Salford M50 2XH, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children wanting group music lessons with performance opportunities

Anthem Music School - Salford teaches children guitar, singing and drums through one-to-one and small-group lessons. Its small-group format lets children learn together, play in bands and build confidence through live performance, with classes available at community centres including MediaCity.

The school also works with primary and secondary schools, supplying DBS-checked music teachers for instrumental tuition, workshops and performance opportunities. Children can work towards showcases and concerts, with rehearsal equipment provided for performances. Age 5+ small-group guitar, piano, drum and singing lessons cost £70 per month, with private options also available.

Manchester Drum Lessons#6
What sets it apart
  • In-person and online lessons

  • Practice rooms available

  • Trinity College London affiliation

Manchester Drum Lessons

4.964 reviews
12-22 Thorniley Brow, Manchester M4 2AJ, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Beginners, returning players and exam candidates

One-to-one drum tuition in Manchester covers complete beginners through advanced players, with lessons available in person or online. Manchester Drum Lessons works across ages and musical styles, helping students explore favourite songs, read music, prepare for graded exams or develop playing for a band. Practice rooms available means students without a drum kit can use acoustic drums at the city-centre studio.

Lessons are tailored to the player’s level and goals, and intensive one-, two- or five-day courses are available for focused learning. Online students receive recorded sessions, sheet music, practice schedules and video material through a dedicated portal.

The Music Shed, Manchester#7
What sets it apart
  • Band workshops and performance opportunities

  • Lessons for all ages and abilities

  • Grades optional, not compulsory

The Music Shed

5.038 reviews
Eccles Congregational Church, Wellington Rd, Eccles, Manchester M30 9AL, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children and adults learning an instrument or singing

Private lessons in guitar, singing and drums are taught at The Music Shed in Eccles. The school welcomes beginners and advanced players, with guitar tuition covering rock, jazz and pop. Piano, bass and double bass lessons are also available.

Students can work towards grades or learn for enjoyment, join band workshops and take part in school showcases and festivals. Drum pupils learn on a real drum set, while guitar students can use amps supplied by the school. Lessons are available for children from age five and adults, with band workshops and performance opportunities adding group experience to individual tuition.

Rock Out! Music School, Manchester#8
What sets it apart
  • Weekly jam session included

  • Guitar, drums, bass, keys and vocals

  • Beginner to advanced tuition

Rock Out! Music School

5.015 reviews
St Clements Church, Edge Ln, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9AE, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children wanting instrument lessons with band playing

Rock Out! Music School teaches children aged seven and upwards guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and vocals through weekly lessons and group playing. The Manchester school in Chorlton welcomes complete beginners, intermediate players and advanced musicians.

Lessons combine tutor-led course work with a final jam session, bringing students together to play three or four songs. Students develop reading, chords, scales and performance skills, with live events during the year. Playing with other musicians every week gives lessons a practical band format from the outset.

Artist Music School, Manchester#9
What sets it apart
  • Individual music lessons

  • Pupil-specific teaching

  • Recitals for all levels

Artist Music School

5.014 reviews
50 Faulkner St, Manchester M1 4FH, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Children learning piano or another instrument

Artist Music School teaches children and other learners to play instruments through individual music lessons. The school supports pupils at different ages and skill levels, with teaching adapted to each learner’s personality, goals and progress. Piano tuition is specifically represented in its student work.

Lessons are designed to build musical ability and confidence, while recitals give pupils opportunities to perform in front of an audience. It suits parents seeking ongoing instrumental tuition in a supportive learning environment, including students working towards graded development such as ABRSM exams.

Andy Hargreaves Drum Tuition. Whalley Range. South Manchester.#10
What sets it apart
  • One-to-one lessons in Whalley Range

  • Sheet music and click-track skills

  • Professional-grade acoustic kits

Andy Hargreaves Drum Tuition. Whalley Range. South Manchester.

5.010 reviews
College Rd, Whalley Range, South Manchester, Manchester M16 8BN, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Drummers of any age or ability wanting one-to-one tuition

One-to-one drum lessons in South Manchester are taught by Andy Hargreaves Drum Tuition. Whalley Range. South Manchester. The lessons are open to all ages and abilities, making them suitable for beginners, developing players and students working towards graded musicianship.

Teaching covers practical playing skills such as following a click track, understanding song structure and working with different beats, alongside reading sheet music. Students use professional-grade acoustic kits at the Whalley Range studio, a setting designed for individual focus. The tuition can also respond to a student’s preferred music, helping learners practise songs and techniques that keep lessons connected to their own interests.

The comparison in brief

#BusinessRatingReviewsRecommended for
#1Anthem Music School - Monton 4.9231Children wanting group music lessons and performance experience
#2E&M Music Academy 5.056Children and adults seeking individual music tuition
#3Drum Tuition Northern Quarter 5.052Beginners and returning drummers
#4Nikolas Kallithrakas - Drum Lessons 5.049Children, beginners and players preparing for graded study
#5Anthem Music School - Salford 5.044Children wanting group music lessons with performance opportunities
#6Manchester Drum Lessons 4.964Beginners, returning players and exam candidates
#7The Music Shed 5.038Children and adults learning an instrument or singing
#8Rock Out! Music School 5.015Children wanting instrument lessons with band playing
#9Artist Music School 5.014Children learning piano or another instrument
#10Andy Hargreaves Drum Tuition. Whalley Range. South Manchester. 5.010Drummers of any age or ability wanting one-to-one tuition

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What Mancunians ask before booking

Can beginners learn drums in Manchester?

Yes, several teachers welcome complete beginners, returning players, children and adults. Lessons can cover technique, practice, favourite songs, reading music, confidence and playing with a band, with content adapted to the learner’s level and goals.

Are online drum lessons available in Manchester?

Some teachers offer lessons online as well as face to face. Online students may receive recorded sessions, sheet music, practice schedules and video material through a dedicated portal, while studio pupils may use acoustic kits or practice rooms.

Can I take drum grade exams in Manchester?

Graded study is available through Rockschool or Trinity from grades 1 to 8 with one teacher, while other schools support graded development or offer exams as an option. Lessons can also focus on playing for enjoyment rather than examinations.