DRUMS

Roy has been drumming professionally since the age of 17 playing in numerous soul, pop, rock, funk & acid jazz bands. His love for drumming has seen him perform in cabaret, theatres, cruises, functions, leisure parks, hotels & studios all over the UK & Europe.

For a number of years Roy has managed & musically directed his own successful function band experimenting with both acoustic & electronic drum kits.

Roy started teaching drums in 2003 after touring with various bands for 10 years. Since then he has created several other unique opportunities for students including a successful steel band and various rock/pop bands. Roy also teaches at various local schools and offers educational workshops and experiences for corporate events.

Roy is delighted to be sharing his love of music as part of the team at Your Music School.

Current projects:

The Soul Monkeys – 7 piece soul/funk band

The Wish Trio – 3 piece pop/rock band

YMS Steel Band – 13 piece steel band

Switch – 5 piece function band

Instruments played:

Drums, Cajon and other types of percussion

Piano/Keyboards

Bass guitar, Guitar

Steel drums

Why learn drums?

Drums are a fun and energetic instrument that develop timing, rhythm and coordination. They are also loud!