Drums

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Drums

Feel the Beat. Lead the Rhythm. Be the Heart of the Band.

Welcome to the Drum Department at Elshaddai Music Academy, where rhythm comes alive! Located in the heart of Chennai, our academy offers professional drum training for students of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned drummers looking to refine their craft.

What We Offer

  • Understand drum notation & read sheet music
  • Develop rhythm, timing & coordination
  • Master stick techniques & hand control
  • Play grooves across genres – rock, pop, jazz, funk, gospel & more
  • Improve speed, control, and independence
  • Prepare for Trinity College London and Rockschool (RSL) drum exams

Beginner Level

  • Introduction to drum kit components
  • Basic drum patterns and counting
  • Hand/foot coordination exercises
  • Playing along with simple tracks
  • Introduction to basic music theory

Intermediate Level

  • Rudiments (paradiddles, flams, rolls, drags)
  • Groove building and tempo control
  • Dynamics and accent work
  • Introduction to soloing and fills
  • Learning popular songs across genres

Advanced Level

  • Advanced time signatures & polyrhythms
  • Complex fills and solo composition
  • Independence exercises
  • Double bass pedal techniques
  • Studio drumming and live performance prep