Jess Evans

I have been drumming for 12 years and have performed regularly in a range of bands, from post-punk to jazz.

I am a very patient person. I will explain and demonstrate something to you as many times and in as many different ways as it takes for you to grasp it. After all, I have been and still often find myself stuck when learning new things on the drums.

I believe that drumming is a very effective form of meditation; not only is your brain occupied, but all of your limbs, too! It helped me push through in the toughest periods of my life by providing a release. It's kind of like a superpower that I want to share with other people!

I began learning the drums at age 11, and though I am very grateful for the privilege of taking lessons, I found that my teacher's theory-focused approach just didn't suit me. It wasn't until I ditched my painful perfectionism and started learning the drum parts of my favourite songs by ear that my progress really took off.

Therefore, I would like to offer a style of teaching that places emphasis on developing coordination and rhythmic flair in the most hands-on way possible!