DRUM LESSONS
BOREHAMWOOD
MEET YOUR TUTORS
About Us
CHARLIE MAGUIRE
BMus MMus (Owner)
Charlie Maguire is a British drummer based in London. His extensive work within the music industry has seen him travel the world, performing across all platforms including television, radio, theatre and studio recordings. Charlie’s credits include Gregory Porter, Beverley Knight, Jocelyn Brown, Michael Ball, The Drifters Girl (West End) and Green Day’s American Idiot Show (International tour). Charlie Maguire is a Zildjian cymbal company artist.
Charlie is a tutor at the London College of Music (University of West London) and contributes to the undergraduate and postgraduate drumming syllabus. Charlie holds a first class degree in music performance and a masters degree in jazz drum kit from Trinity Laban conservatoire for music. See ABOUT for professional work.
About Us
DANNY NEWELL
Principle Tutor
Danny Newell is a professional drummer living and working in London. He is an in demand musician whose recent work includes the international tour of the Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical EVITA! Danny is currently on the International tour of ‘We Will Rock You’ and is scheduled back in the UK in June 2022.
Danny studied at Tech Music Schools London, he is a versatile drummer, comfortable within a broad range of styles including sight reading and improvising. Danny is an experienced teacher and has worked in some of the top teaching establishments in the country. He brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to his lessons, creating an inspiring and friendly atmosphere for his students. Playing drums has always been a huge passion for him and he aspires to pass that on to the next generation of musicians.
Private Lessons
Zoom Lessons Online
Online Tutorials
PRIVATE TUITION
Drum tuition in Borehamwood from an acoustically treated studio, with access to professional resources and equipment, all levels welcome.
Fundamentals
Musicality
Language Study
Reading Music
Reading music is one of the most employable skills a drummer can have. We must learn the craft and use our ears and eyes to learn.
Stylistic Awareness
Gig Support
ZOOM LESSONS
One to one tuition over the application of your choice!
Recent events have changed how we teach and learn information, why not have the best of both worlds? Learn to play the drums in the comfort of your own home, with the benefit of a teacher to guide you every step of the way. I’ll send bespoke material before each lesson and encourage you to record your progress for up to date feedback.
“…I’ve always been a student;
I’ve always been studying, constantly.
Learning has always been exciting for me.
I’m always learnings something.”
– Tony Williams
ONLINE TUTORIALS
Learn at your own pace from home. Online tutorials are a course specifically designed for absolute beginners and will guide you through the first steps of learning this incredible instrument. They will set you up with the perfect foundation to start one to one lessons once your tutorial pack is finished. Receive weekly lessons with PDF’s direct to your e-mail and know I’ll personally be on hand to help every step of the way.
TESTIMONIALS
RACHEL K
Charlie is a great teacher with a lovely manner, patient approachable and encouraging. I started off with no skills or confidence and Charlie has completely changed that. He tailors our sessions to what I’m most interested in and is always happy to answer any questions. I love my lessons and recommend him to anyone of any age or ability
FRANK L
Charlie has been teaching our 13 year old son since 2016 – from an absolute novice to picking up the percussion prize at school, Julian has gained immense confidence and self esteem from participation in different music groups and performing in front of an audience.
Charlie is very understanding, gives plenty of positive encouragement and has been a great mentor to Julian. He always looks forward to the lessons and emerges with a big smile on his face after each session.
MAGGI L
I have long had the desire to learn the art of drumming. Charlie has been a fantastic teacher from day one and taught me so much. He is professional, knowledgeable and inspiring. Even in lockdown I’m learning so much and would hate to miss a lesson. He’s always there if I need a question answered, nothing is too much trouble. Thanks Charlie for finding the ‘soul’ in my music.
JUSTIN C
Charlie is an excellent teacher, truly passionate about the instrument and his depth of knowledge is immense!
Not only does he teach you how to play but he’s taught me so much about drumming in general, history, styles, reading and writing – a really holistic approach, all taught in a friendly and informal manner, no ego’s here!
As well as that Charlie is very pro practice and he has really instilled into me the importance of focused practice which I now see as vital to advancing in your chosen art.
My drumming has improved massively and my drumming will continue to improve with the tools Charlie has given me, thanks Charlie!
MAEVE K
Being an adult student Charlie had the patience to understand work-life balance and drum lessons were always fun and really informative. Not only would Charlie show me how to play a piece of music by ear and by sheet music, he would also explain why the piece of music was structured in a certain way to get a true understanding of how it works overall. I love the fact that when I listen to any music now I always try to look out for the drum pattern and don’t feel overwhelmed by trying to figure it out all at once but instead tackle it bit by bit. Charlie gave me his full attention and focus within the lesson and always made me feel at ease and encouraged. Charlie also gave me great confidence and skills to be able to play the drums… no hesitation in recommending Charlie to both adults and children wanting to play the drums either for fun or for grades. Top class teacher!
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ROGER C
Charlie Maguire is a highly experienced and knowledgable tutor. Being a mature beginner, I have learnt so much since becoming a student.
Having one to one lessons, Charlie designs and tailors the tuition to match my particular level and setting me exercises and a work programme helps me make steady progress. Very patient and always willing to explain the theory and techniques.
Pricing
Tutorial Package
- Beginner Drumming Course
- Pre-recorded Lessons
- One Lesson Per Week
- Includes Video and PDF’s
Private Lessons
- One to One Tuition
- Based in Borehamwood
- Professional Studio Space
- State of the Art Gear and Resources
Zoom Lessons
- Private Lessons via selected app
- 60 Minute Lesson Per Week
- One to One Tuition
GET IN TOUCH
Address
Charlie Maguire Drums
Unit 404 Flexspace, Borehamwood
5 Elstree Way, Herts, WD61JD
Call Us
(+44) 0 7985 103063
Email Us
Charliemaguiredrums@gmail.com
Watforddrumlessons@gmail.com
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