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Drums & Percussion

Drums & Percussion

DRUMS & PERCUSSION COURSE CONTENT

Our Drums and Percussion Programme offers a fun and light approach to learning. Our courses are
designed to teach students technique and skills as well as encouraging them to perform by, inspiring and motivating them.

Our performance-based curriculum is designed especially to cover a wide set of genres and styles. Fundamentals and theory are taught in unconventional and interesting ways. Depending on their level, our students can opt for beginner, intermediate or advanced courses.

Our mentors are second to none. They are musicians with years of experience on their
instrument, and are highly trained in our curriculum. Our emphasis on as well as soft skills
and classroom management, ensures that our students are in the best hands. We have a
special exam-based faculty with an excellent track record, tutoring students who opt for the
Trinity, Trinity Rock and Pop and Rock School.

DRUMS & PERCUSSION COURSE AGE REQUIREMENT

We teach students from the age of 5 years and up including adults.

We have programs suited for everyone, no matter what your music goals may be.

A SWIRL ACE student aims to demonstrate exceptional musicianship, showcasing their artistic expression and technical proficiency with a focus on grade level certification. They are committed to delivering outstanding performances, exceeding expectations, and making the most of this opportunity to shine in their music exams.

A SWIRL APPLAUSE student is embarking on an exciting musical journey, learning to play music to perform on stage / join a band! With enthusiasm and dedication, they will explore various genres and styles, build confidence and performance techniques, experiment with improvisation, creativity, and self-expression.

A SWIRL AFICIONADO student is looking to embrace music as a beloved hobby that brings them happiness and relaxation. They’re exploring their creativity, learning at their own pace, finding inspiration in diverse musical styles and savoring the therapeutic benefits of music-making, calming their mind and soothing their soul.

roadmap

Swirl Ace Swirl Applause Swirl Aficionado
0-3 months [12 Sessions]
  • Mastering the Basics
  • Drum Kit setup
  • Matched grip
  • Posture
  • Simple coordination exercises
  • Essential drum rudiments
  • 4-6 Songs (We Will Rock You, Believer,
    Boulevard of Broken Dreams, etc.)
  • Small performance.
  • Basics of Drum Kit Setup
  • Matched Grip
  • Posture
  • Simple Coordination Exercises.
  • Essential drum rudiments.
  • 4-6 Songs (Yellow, Get Lucky, Cheap Thrills, etc.)
  • Small performance.
  • Basics of Drum Kit setup
  • Matched Grip
  • Posture
  • Simple Coordination Exercises.
  • Essential drum rudiments.
  • 3-5 Songs (Stressed
    Out, Summer of 69, Every Breath You
    Take, etc)
  • Small performance.
3-6 months [24 Sessions]
  • Develop Footwork Independence
  • Incorporate Crash & Ride Cymbals
  • Master Simple Fills
  • 3-5 Songs (Another One Bites the Dust, Bones, Billie Jean, etc.)
  • Certificate after Performance.
  • Expand on drum rudiments.
  • Limb Independence Exercises.
  • Dynamic Control.
  • Music Theory & SightReading.
  • Song Repertoire
  • Trinity Exam syllabus pieces
  • 3-5 Popular rock/pop songs (Shape of You, Imagine, Knockin On Heaven’s Door, etc.)
  • Performance Eligibility
  • Certificate after performance.
  • Additional rudiments exercises
  • Limb independence exercises
  • Dynamic control.
  • Music Theory Introduction.
  • 2-4 Songs (Zombie, Bones, Sweet Home Alabama, etc)
  • Certificate after performance
6-12 months [48 Sessions]
  • Expand Drumming Vocabulary (More Rudiments)
  • Learn Dynamic Control
  • Understand Basic Time Signatures
  • Develop Complete Drum Set Coordination
  • Explore Groove Styles
  • 5-8 Songs (Wonderwall,
    Complicated, Hey Jude, Karma Chameleon, etc)
  • Basic recording session.
  • Eligible for concert
  • Certificate after performance
  • Perfecting Pieces from Trinity Initial Grade exam book.
  • Performance Preparation.
  • Small performance, Trinity/exam/spot-light performance
  • Eligible for concert
  • Certificate after performance.
  • Advanced Limb Independence exercises.
  • Improvisation
  • 4-6 Songs (Sweet Child of Mine, Imagine, Titanium, Love story, etc)
  • Eligible for concert.
  • Certificate after performance
About The Course

Student's Impressions

"I love to learn songs and add my own twist to them."

Ayesha Choksi

About The Course

Student's Impressions

“Playing the drums is a great way for me to release my pent-up energy, my teacher is awesome, always finding cool new ways to keep the class fun!”

Dhruv Rathod

About The Course

Student's Impressions

"I have enjoyed my drum lessons with Mr. Shashwat, not only do I get to play songs on my drum kit, but I also get to read drum notation and count rhythm."

Vikram East

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