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As well as selling instruments, we have an excellent drum tuition service ran by three of the best drum tutors in the area, their details are:

Dave Lourie CALL NOW ON
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Dave Lourie

Born 1967, Dave began playing at 13, and progressed through School of Music Newcastle jazz course '84-'86. He went on to become the resident music writer @ Masons Theatre Co. 86/87 and followed this up with work in the U.S., Carribean and South America during '87-'88. Dave's experience also includes extensive tours throughout the Middle East including the renowned Red Sea Festival.

Dave has been working freelance in England and Europe since 89. Recording, touring, T.V. and Radio. Featured at Edinburgh, Kendal, Newcastle and Bracknell Jazz festivals. Principle Tutor at the Newcastle Drum Centre the North East's largest private teaching practice.
Also employed as a Drum and Percussion Tutor for Northumberland schools.
Performed in clinic for Yamaha and Zildjian along side Keith Carlock.

Has Studied with;
Steve Smith (Journey, Steps Ahead)
Stanton Moore
Ralph Salmins
Craig Blundell

Dave is also endorsed as an artist by Yamaha and Zildjian.

Tuition with Dave is charged at £13/30 mins Monday-Friday and £14/30 mins on Saturday.


Steve Wall CALL NOW ON
0191 221 0301

Steve Wall

Drum Tuition
Steve offers drum set tuition in all styles of music ranging from: Pop, Rock, Latin/Afro Cuban, Jazz and many more. Whether you are a complete novice or have been playing for some time, Steve will tailor a course of instruction and set out a suitable practise regimen to suit your level and needs.

Trinity Guildhall certification
For those who wish to attain graded examinations, I have 13 years experience of (and an extremely good pass rate!) submitting drumming students to the Trinity Guildhall drum set examinations which are recognised and highly regarded world wide.

Playing and Teaching Experience
As a Drum Teacher I have 13 years experience both privately and working for Local Authorities and Schools. I currently teach drum kit & percussion at The Royal Grammar School Newcastle, Central Newcastle High School, Newcastle Preparatory School and also work for North Tyneside Council Music Service. Previously I spent 12 years working for Northumberland Music Service.
As a Player I have 28 years professional playing experience to date (and hopefully many more to come!) This has found me in a wide variety of playing situations covering many styles & genres – ranging from local original bands to cruise ships, theatre, TV, radio broadcasts, function bands, big bands, brass bands, clubs, holiday camps and more.
To read more about Steve or book some tuition follow this link: www.stevethewall.com or if you would like to take a look at his student site follow this link http://drumtuition.stevethewall.com/ Contact: 07725 089553 email: drumtuition@stevethewall.com

Tuition with Steve is charged at £14/30 mins and £28/hour


Graeme Hare CALL NOW ON
0191 221 0301

Graeme Hare

Graeme Hare is a graduate of Newcastle Music College, where he attained an honours degree in jazz and popular music, Bmus (hons).

Established performer...

He has established himself as a leading performer, drumming and percussion teacher and composer in the north east of England. Graeme has appeared with Laughing Jacks, The Crosby Brothers, Martin Fletcher in M-FUS, Archie Brown, Little Mo, Deacon Jones and the Sinners, Wanted, The Gerry Richardson Trio, Gerry Richardson's Big Idea, Mamma Mischief, The Richard Kain Band, The Watts 'n' Whiffin Big Band, Morgan Le Fay and Chameleon. He has also recently worked with the Paul James band, Eric and the Vikings, The Interventionists and Pop Idol star Aaron Bayley.

...and hard working teacher. Graeme is also one of the resident teachers at Newcastle drum centre and has a fantastic tuition website at www.beatofdrum.com He also has his own company delivering drumming workshops to schools, colleges and university's all over the country. Check out his site here for more info www.drumming-workshops.co.uk

Tuition with Graeme is charged at £14/30 mins and £28/hour

Our store is open:

Mon - Fri 9.30am - 6pm
Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm

Meet the Staff

  • Christine - Director

    christine@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Christine

    Favourite Bands
    Queen
    Thea
    Basement Jaxx

    Favourite Drummers
    Keith Carlock
    Jojo Mayer
    Mike Portnoy

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Rita Morena

  • Dan - Sales Team

    dan@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Dan

    Favourite Bands
    Fantastic Car
    Dave Matthews Band
    Elbow

    Favourite Drummers
    Vinnie Colaiutta
    Keith Carlock
    Carter Beauford

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Robin Williams

  • John - Sales Team

    john@newcastledrum.co.uk

    John

    Favourite Bands
    Foo Fighters
    Queen
    Suede

    Favourite Drummers
    Taylor Hawkins
    Roger Taylor
    Chad Smith

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Patrick Stewart

  • Ben - Sales Team

    ben@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Ben

    Favorite Bands
    Gojira
    Pantera
    Nerve

    Favorite Drummers
    Tomas Haake
    Jo Jo Mayer
    Derek Roddy

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Bill Cosby

  • Marc - Sales Team

    marc@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Marc

    Favorite Bands
    Dream Theater
    Opeth
    Enya

    Favorite Drummers
    Mike Portnoy
    Martin Axenrot
    Akira Jimbo

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Jack Black

  • Dave - Sales Team

    dave@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Dave

    Favourite Bands
    Cassiopeia
    Michel Camilo
    ASAP

    Favourite Drummers
    Gary Novak
    Vinnie Colaiuta
    Tony Royster Jr.

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    James Taylor

  • Dave - Head of Tuition

    dave@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Dave

    Favourite Bands
    Fishbone
    Michael Brecker Band

    Favourite Drummers
    Vinnie Colaiuta
    Peter Erskine
    Steve Jordan

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Rita Moreno

  • Graeme - Drum Tutor

    graeme@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Graeme

    Favourite Bands
    The Yellowjackets
    Sting
    Jamiroquai

    Favourite Drummers
    Will Kennedy
    Horacio El Negro Hernandez
    Vinnie Colaiuta

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Stevie Wonder

  • Steve - Drum Tutor

    steve@newcastledrum.co.uk

    Steve

    Favourite Bands
    The Yellowjackets
    Steps Ahead
    Brotherhood of Man

    Favourite Drummers
    Vinnie Colaiuta
    Jo Jo Mayer
    Will Kennedy

    Favourite Sesame St. Celebrity Cameo
    Stevie Wonder

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