I’m Ian Tripp, a professional drummer and drum/percussion teacher based in Brighton. I trained at the Guildhall School of Music (class of 2004), and since then I’ve had opportunities to perform and record around the world — from Australia to Uruguay — including sessions at Abbey Road and Maida Vale. Over the past 20+ years I’ve taught over 1,000 students, guiding them through everything from basic rhythm and technique, to graded exams (Trinity Rock & Pop), band rehearsals, and real performance settings. Whether you’re just starting out or pushing toward advanced levels, my lessons are tailored to your goals. I believe drumming should be fun, expressive, and deeply musical. I offer both online and in-person lessons, and I’m also a professor of Drum Kit / Percussion at Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham. If you’d like, your first lesson can be an intro session so we can talk about what you want to achieve and see if we’re a good fit.
$30 / 30mins
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"I never thought learning the saxophone online could be this easy and enjoyable. Mark's clear guidance and encouragement keep me looking forward to every session.."
Daniel T
Saxophone Student
"Learning piano with Elena has been amazing. She's so patient and makes every lesson fun and easy to follow. I'm finally playing songs I've always dreamed of!"
James P
Piano Student
"Carlos is an incredible guitar teacher. His patience and enthusiasm create such a positive vibe, and I've made more progress in a few months than I ever expected!""
Emily R
Acoustic Guitar Student
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