Inspiring young musicians Through School-Based Music Lessons
Drum With Alex provides drum, guitar, piano and singing lessons in schools across West Berkshire and Hampshire.
We make learning music fun, encouraging and rewarding, helping children discover what they’re capable of – all within the school day.
★ Free taster lessons subject to availability ★ Year 1 upwards ★ Group & individual lessons
more than just music lessons
We teach drums, guitar, piano and singing – but learning an instrument is only part of the picture.
Music can help children develop confidence, focus, coordination, concentration and self-esteem.
And for some children, music becomes their thing – something they’re good at, something they look forward to and something that’s theirs.
“Thank you for being so patient with him and such fun during his lessons, he comes home beaming every Friday!”
— Rachel Ball, parent of Jackson
WE MEET CHILDREN where they are
Your child doesn’t need previous musical experience or ‘natural talent’ to get started.
We teach children from Year 1 upwards and adapt our approach to the individual, helping them develop their confidence, independence and musical ability at a pace that works for them.
Getting started is simple. Your child won’t need lots of equipment to begin – we’ll let you know what they need and offer guidance along the way.
Progress doesn’t have to mean racing through grades. Sometimes success is learning a first song, performing in front of their school or simply looking forward to their music lesson every week.
NOT SURE WHICH INSTRUMENT IS RIGHT FOR THEM?
Getting started doesn’t have to mean committing straight away.
Where available, children can have a free taster lesson at their school, giving them the opportunity to meet their tutor, try the instrument and see how they get on.
WHAT MATTERS TO US
Being a brilliant musician doesn’t automatically make somebody a brilliant teacher.
We want our tutors to bring their musical knowledge and experience into every lesson – but just as importantly, we want children to learn with people who are patient, engaging, enthusiastic, encouraging and kind.
Enthusiasm
We want children to be taught by people who genuinely love music and enjoy sharing it.
Knowledge
Our tutors bring their musicianship, experience and knowledge into lessons and make it accessible to young learners.
Inspiration
We want children to have those little “wow – I can do this” moments.
Kindness
Patience, positivity and compassion are central to the way we teach.
Comfort
Mistakes are part of learning. Children should feel comfortable having a go, getting something wrong and trying again.
Our aim is simple: build them up, not knock them down.
PROUDLY PARTNERED WITH SCHOOLS ACROSS THE REGION
We work with schools across West Berkshire and Hampshire, giving children the opportunity to learn drums, guitar, piano and singing as part of their school day.
Interested in bringing Drum With Alex to your school?
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