Martin Ward Drum Tuition Studios

Calling all Drum Friends,
We are pleased to announce the rescheduling of this drumming event...

DRUM KIT MASTERCLASS WITH PETE RILEY @ RHS
Thursday 10th February 7 - 9pm
Reade Music School | Royal Hospital School | Holbrook | IP9 2RT

RHS Music is delighted to welcome Pete Riley and we would love to invite you to join us for the evening.
Tickets (free of charge) are available from:
https://www.trybooking.co.uk/BLLJ
or just turn up on the night.

Pete is a renowned drummer having worked with the likes of Republica, Guthrie Govan (The Aristocrats), Billy Sheehan, and Keith Emerson; he’s also known for his twenty-year-plus tenure as a contributor for Rhythm magazine. He is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading drummers and educators, and has authored several successful drum books, written pieces for Trinity College, and was recently nominated in the ‘Best Educator’ category in Rhythm Magazine’s online readers' poll. Pete is also the CD Editor for Rhythm magazine, overseeing the filming, editing and creation of content used by thousands of drummers every month.

Please join us for what promises to be a great evening.

Rescheduled Drum Kit Masterclass with Pete Riley Pete is a renowned drummer having worked with the likes of Republica, Guthrie Govan (The Aristocrats), Billy Sheehan, and Keith Emerson, he’s also known for twenty-year-plus tenures as a contributor for Rhythm magazine. He is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading drummers and educators. He ...

I am happy to say the studio is open again to existing students, albeit at reduced capacity and with a few changes. Please get in touch for full details and bookings.

The Ipswich Record Fair is this Friday and Saturday at The Corn Hill!!! We’ve spent today cleaning and pricing more LPs EPs and 7” vinyls in preparation for the weekend, a few of which are pictured here. A brilliant event so come on down and support us and rummage till your hearts content. Look forward to seeing you 😎.

Congratulations to those fab students of mine who took a new Trinity College grade exam this spring. I'm proud to say everyone achieved Distinction or Merit. Thanks to my friend George Double for facilitating these exams.

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What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon and celebrate the life and career of one of the industries finest.

Tickets are selling fast so book now to avoid disappointment

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This gentleman changed the way I play the drums and continues to inspire me...

Help raise £10000 to Provide financial assistance for Bob Armstrong legendary drum teacher . Weʼre raising money to Provide financial assistance for Bob Armstrong legendary drum teacher . . Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

I came face to face with this living legend last night. The one and only Mr Steve Gadd was just amazing, performing at Ronnie Scotts.

Congratulations to all of the students who took a Trinity grade this Easter – the results were some of the best we have ever had. 83% of students achieved distinction and the average overall mark was 87%. Well done for all your hard work. Here are a few of the examiners comments:

“A relaxed and very musical performance.”

“An energetic performance, which caught the composer’s intention very well.”

“A highly musical and idiomatic performance, which was very mature and convincing.”

“A highly accurate performance with excellent stylistic awareness.”

“A stunning performance. Bravo!”

“The rudiments were well presented with a secure sense of pulse.”

“A very clearly articulated tone… some excellent dynamic contrasts were also evident.”

“A very mature and highly musical performance. Excellent work in that swing feel. Well done.”

A great night at SoundAttak drum store last week watching the very funky Frankie Tontoh in clinic.

I'll be with Steemy Dan at the Colchester Arts Centre next week - always a good night there...