Drum Lessons
with Joe
Professional drum teacher in North-West London and Online
About Me
I’m Joe Ospalla and I’ve been a drum teacher since 2008, helping 100s of drummers learn to use sticks for the first time, preparing drum students for graded exams, as well as coaching experienced drummers to improve their technique. I have an enhanced DBS certificate and teach drum students of all ages at my studio in Edgware, London and online.
I’ve been studying and playing drums since I was ten and I still love learning. I’ve been fortunate enough to have studied with some illustrious players and teachers including the wonderful Ralph Salmins, the funky Ash Soan, the rambunctious Billy Ward and the no-nonsense Todd Bishop.
More recently I’ve studied with the virtuosic Asaf Sirkis who has been a huge inspiration to me as a player and a teacher. I’ve also worked with the one and only Dave Elitch who’s helped me tremendously with the mechanics of drum technique.
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How I teach drums
Drum Lessons in Edgware
I am accepting a number of students at my studio in Edgware, North-West London. Lessons are suitable for children, teenagers and adults, with teaching adapted to each student’s age, experience and musical interests. Parents are welcome to get in touch to discuss whether lessons would suit their child.
My studio in Edgware. It’s 5 minutes from Edgware Tube station and easily accessible to students in North-West London.
Online Drum Lessons
Online lessons are ideal if you live outside North-West London, prefer learning from home, or need more flexibility with your time. Lessons are tailored to your experience, whether you’re a complete beginner, preparing for an exam or looking to improve your playing.
I teach online drum lessons on Zoom. If you don’t have any experience using Zoom, don’t worry, I will give you a free tech setup lesson to help get up and drumming.
Learning drums as a beginner
If you’ve never hit a drum in your life but the urge is upon you, now’s the time to start. Drum lessons are amazing fun and you can start learning at almost any age. I’ll introduce you to the proper technique, teach you to read music, help you learn a wide variety of styles including rock, pop, R&B, jazz and more and help you develop your own style and musicality.
Experienced drummers
Do you feel like there are areas of your playing that need improvement? Do you need to change gear and take your playing to the next level? Want to learn a new style? Come and have a lesson or two and see if I can help you find a new perspective. I can help to resolve issues that might be holding you back in terms of technique, vocabulary, independence & coordination, posture. I am interested in issues around grip and stroke and can help you play more consistently and with better attack, tone and groove.
Styles
I teach many styles of music including rock, pop, R&B, funk, jazz and have even been known to dabble in reggae, ska and latin.
Topics of study
Lessons include the study of general musicianship, beats and fills, music reading, stick technique, grip, rudiments, independence and coordination, drum tuning, good posture and a relaxed approach to playing.
Graded exams for drums
I can help you prepare for drum grading with Trinity Rock And Pop, MTB or Rockschool.
Get in Touch
Ready to start drumming?
Arrange a time to chat about what you or your child wants to get from drum lessons, whether you’re a new starter, working towards drum exams, or looking to learn new drum skills.
Prefer to call?
You can reach me by phone / WhatsApp on 07828 845 047