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Penny
- Rate £30
- Response 3h
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Students3
Number of students Penny has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Penny has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

£30/hr
1st lesson free
- Drum
- Tabla
- Djembe
- Marimba
- Xylophone
Creative BA Drum Instructor with 7 Years’ Experience — covering rock beats, drum exercises, and dynamic control.
- Drum
- Tabla
- Djembe
- Marimba
- Xylophone
Lesson location
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At Penny's house: Leeds
- Online
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 20 km from Leeds
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Recommended
Penny is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Penny
With 7 years of experience in teaching and professional work, I am a drum tutor who values passion, progress, and purposeful learning. I enjoy teaching students from school to college levels because I believe music can be a powerful source of confidence and creativity for young learners. My own journey with drumming began as a simple hobby, but over time it became a deep passion that shaped my career in education. A significant milestone in my journey was helping a group of students prepare for a live band performance. Guiding them through rehearsals, building their confidence, and finally seeing them shine on stage was one of the highlights of my teaching life. I have also trained students for competitions and school events, where many of them discovered their love for performing and teamwork. My teaching style is simple, structured, and supportive. I focus on foundational skills like rhythm accuracy, timing, hand technique, and coordination. I use clear explanations, slow demonstrations, and practical exercises that help students learn step by step. I also introduce different drumming styles so students can explore various musical expressions and find what inspires them most. I believe that progress comes from patience, consistent practice, and a positive environment. That is why I make sure my lessons are encouraging, engaging, and tailored to each student’s pace. Whether a learner is a beginner or someone looking to improve, I guide them with the same level of dedication and care. For me, teaching drum is more than a profession—it is a chance to inspire, motivate, and help students discover their own musical journey with confidence and joy.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching methodology for Drums is shaped by Motivation, Communication, Integrity, and Creativity. I believe drumming is a powerful way to build rhythm, focus, confidence, and musical expression, and my lessons are created to support students in a simple, structured, and enjoyable manner. Motivation drives the learning process. I set clear goals, celebrate progress, and keep lessons engaging with song-based exercises, rhythm games, and small challenges. This helps students stay encouraged whether they are beginners or already familiar with drums. Communication plays a major role in my classes. I use simple English, slow demonstrations, and step-by-step explanations to make learning easy. Students are always welcome to share doubts or difficulties, and I give guidance that is clear, supportive, and easy to follow. Integrity helps create a strong learning environment. I maintain consistency, provide honest feedback, and teach in a way that builds real skill rather than shortcuts. Students learn discipline, proper technique, and good practice habits that help them grow steadily. Creativity brings life to drumming. I teach students to experiment with patterns, create drum fills, and adapt grooves to different musical styles. I include timing exercises, rhythm reading, coordination drills, and basic music theory so students develop a complete understanding of drumming. Apart from Drums, I also teach rhythm training, percussion basics, tempo control, and music fundamentals that support a student’s overall musical journey.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
I like how the tutor checks my understanding often. It helps catch confusion early. That saves a lot of time later.
A great tutor who builds confidence while teaching. Lessons are well-organized and clear. I’ve learned so much.
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Rates
Rate
- £30
Pack prices
- 5h: £150
- 10h: £300
online
- £30/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Penny will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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