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Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
Drum tuition
Music GCSE performance (drum kit) study
Music A Level (drum kit)
ABRSM/Rock school grades (1-8)

Tell me about your qualifications.
Robert has no formal qualifications, which hasn't stopped him being head-hunted by various schools & academies to teach. Robert's skills have been acquired by studying with some of the best drummers and percussion players in the world.

Robert has been teaching full time, in private and as a peripatetic teacher for 10 years and brings a wealth of experience to his methods. He's also a busy freelance and session player, having played on TV and radio and for tours and festivals to thousands of people.

What kind of experience do you have?
Robert has 16 years of playing experience, which is crucial for a teaching practice. Robert had done live TV for shows such as the This Morning Show with named artists. Has toured the UK and abroad for the British Army and MOD. Has played for many weddings and top corporate events along with many recording sessions for artists.
Robert's also had the pleasure of playing with those who have worked for artists as diverse as Will Young, Sugar Babes - Van Morrison and Robbie Williams.

As a teacher, Robert has studied with the best educators in the world (Bob Armstrong, Harold Fisher, Ian Thomas) and brings his studying to his methods.

How much do you charge?
Robert's fees are below:
(Rainham studio)

1hr - £25
30mins - £15

Block bookings are available, prices on request.

Robert also travels around the Colchester, Chelmsford and Braintree areas (home visits), tuition prices don't change for these.

Where do you teach?
Robert's fully equipped studio is in Rainham, Essex which is not far from the following towns (Romford, Upminster, Dagenham, Harold Hill, Grays, Basildon, Brentwood)

Robert ALSO teaches at students' homes in the following areas:

Braintree
Colchester
Witham
Tiptree
Chelsmford

If you are slightly out of these towns, but would like lessons, please contact Robert for a chat.

When are you available?
Robert is available Monday through to Saturday for tuition. Times vary, so please contact.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages, minimum being 6.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
Robert teaches his own syllabus, however grades can be accommodated if required.

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
This is possible, for those who really wish to, please contact for this specific service.

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
No.

Where and with whom did you train?
Bob Armstrong (Master class studios)

Tell me about some of your current students.
Robert has students ranging from the very young, to the mature. He takes on complete beginners and professionals. No matter the age, or skill level, Robert is committed to getting to the goals of the student.

Robert uses a method of teaching that gets students playing very quickly and seeing results.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Please contact me if you have a passion for playing drums and music. I relish teaching the very young their very first grooves and seeing them smile, equally the more mature and teaching them something knew.

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The Red Light
Subject: GCSE Music
Tags: drum kit, drum kit technique, drum lessons
Created: 20/05/2011

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