Drum Lessons in Sunderland & Washington

Sign up to your drum lesson and become the drummer everyone wants to play with.

At Drumstars, our aim is to make sure that you get the most out of your playing experience through our expert drumming teachers.
Based in the Drum Shop we ensure that you are fully prepared for whatever you want to do with drumming. No matter what style you’re into whether it’s rock, funk, jazz or samba, our teachers will ensure you have a well rounded knowledge of drumming and that you have fun whilst learning in our purpose built drumming booths.
We also teach both Rockschool and Trinity grades, from debut all the way up to Grade 8. If grades aren’t your thing, then why not come along and learn some of your favourite songs and just rock out! 

Drumset

Teaching Skills

Rudiments
Time Signatures
Technique
Groove

Drumstars offers simple yet effective drum lessons for beginners that bypass entry-level pad training. Students get behind a drum kit during their first lesson to start learning how to play the drums in our studios in Washington.

Our Teaching Experts

We created Drumstars with the idea that anyone should be able to have fun learning the drums, without feeling confused, intimidated or out of their depth.

Scott McCall

Manager/Drum Teacher

Joe Lamb

Drum Teacher

Daniel Winslett

Drum Teacher

Bailey Rudd

Drum Teacher

Teaching passionate players.

Studying at Drumstars is an incredible experience and here’s a few of the highlights we believe make us the best option if you want to learn drums in Sunderland or Washington.

Private 1-2-1

Our 1-2-1 drum lessons for all ages and abilities, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced player.

Private Booths

Our booths feature electronic kits, speakers and CD players as well as various accessories and percussion instruments.

Play-along Facilities

Get detailed song breakdowns and play-along tools for 500+ of the most iconic drum songs of all time.

CUSTOMER STORIES

Our Happy Clients

Dave Bancroft
Dave Bancroft
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Sticks and drums and rock and roll, whats not to like? Our son has been having lessons here for 3 years now and loves it.
Paul Williamson​
Paul Williamson​
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Great place my grandson loves his lessons here. Incredible teachers!
Lesley-Ann-Price
Lesley-Ann-Price
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Brilliant teachers, brilliant experience. Super friendly atmosphere and very professional
Nicci Mckay Dobson
Nicci Mckay Dobson
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My son Ryan loves and looks forward to his lessons every week.

Taster Session

Free
  • This session is to get a feel whether lessons will work for the student, and see if the teacher is the right fit. We'd recommend this option if you're a new student at Drumstars.

30 Minute Lesson

£ 20
30 min
  • Ideal for those wanting to purchase 1 x 30 minute lesson individually to feel their way, to refine their playing, to get started or simply brush up on skills for a graded exam. If you are looking for something a little more serious then try our one hour package for a more intense lesson.

1 Hour
Lesson

£ 30
1 hr
  • Ideal for those wanting to purchase 1 hour lessons individually to develop their grooves, rudiments and sight reading skills, to prepare for a graded exam or audition. (See our 10hr Block booking option and SAVE £25. Lessons must be taken in 1 hour sessions).

10 Hour Course

£ 275
10 hrs
  • Save £25 for 10 x 1 hour lessons to develop their grooves, rudiments and sight reading skills, brush up for auditions , why not get started and go for graded exam or simply block book which gives you a SAVING of £25. (Lessons must be taken in 1 hour sessions).

Book your drum lessons today!

Fill out our contact form and a member of our team will contact you to answer your questions and assist you in anyway.

We look forward to seeing you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be able to borrow drum sticks during the lesson?

Yes, we can provide sticks for you no problem, but if you are used to a particular stick size and weight feel free to bring your own. We also stock a huge range here at the Drumshop were you will be able to find the sticks that suit you.

Do you teach children?

Absolutely, We have taught many young people over the years. We tend to find children over the age of 10 can manage the size of our electric drum kit, while younger children sometimes struggle to reach the full kit. If you have children under 10 that would like to learn don't hesitate to get in contact and will talk about it more.

Where do lessons take place?

We teach all of our drum lessons at Drumstars, Unit 11 Industrial Road, Hertburn, Washington, NE37 2SF. The studio is the perfect place to learn drums, with a calm, relaxed atmosphere and great drumming equipment.

Do you teach drums online?

Coming soon!! We are in the process of setting up online lessons via video chat (Skype or Zoom) from our studio directly to your home - watch this space!

What will I do upon leaving a lesson?

Don't worry, we will provide plenty of material to support you in between lessons. We will write simple exercises in recordings or drum notation and give them to you at the end of each lesson where applicable. As a student, you will not be given anything that is outside your ability and understanding.

What time slots will I be given?

All lessons are pre-booked at your convenience. We ask you to keep a record of these lessons and times as it is your responsibility to ensure you turn up.

How often should I have lessons?

The more lessons undertake, the better your drumming will become. Students that really practice hard can become confident drummers within a matter of months. Weekly one hour lessons work the best, with fortnightly hourly lessons also being a great way to learn.

Am I too old/young to learn the drums?

You can never be too old or young to play the drums. It is a great skill to have and will be very rewarding whether you want to consider it as a serious vocation/career, or you just want to be able to relieve some stress at the weekend or play along to your favourite song. If you have any other specific questions, feel free to contact us through our contact form, email or phone number, and we will be happy to have a chat with you.

What happens if I miss a lesson?

That is not a problem at all, simply contact us 48 hours before our lesson and we will rearrange it. Drumstars does operate a 48-hour cancellation policy, whereby if you cancel your lesson within two days of your lesson slot you will be charged the full price of the lesson.

We are only able to reserve your lesson slot for you if you are unable to attend in store or online, for a maximum of 2 weeks free of charge. You are able to reserve a slot after this 2 week period, at the full cost of the lesson. Please let us know if you wish to reserve your slot.

Where can I find out more information about your lessons?

We are professional music teachers located across the UK. You can find out more about our qualifications by visiting the teachers page of the website or simply get in touch.

Do you do gift vouchers for birthdays & Christmas?

Certainly, get in contact for more information.