Teaching is a passion that parallels Ezra Donnelly's roles as both a live performer and a seasoned session drummer.

Nurturing the next generation of drummers holds immense importance for him. With extensive experience in the music industry and a resolute commitment to skill enhancement, Ezra is dedicated to guiding students of all ages and skill levels toward achieving their musical aspirations.

Whether you're an aspiring beginner aiming to grasp the fundamentals or an accomplished drummer seeking to refine techniques and broaden your repertoire, Ezra offers personalized guidance to ensure your success in drumming.

Individual attention is given to each student's preferences, interests, and learning styles. Ezra's comprehensive instruction ranges from mastering intricate rhythms and fills to refining impeccable timing and crafting a distinctive personal style. This ensures that every student progresses on their journey to becoming a skilled and well-rounded drummer. Ezra's association with prominent New Zealand artists empowers him to share invaluable professional and industry insights with his students.

Ezra is proud to share that the majority of his students excel in school bands across varying levels. Noteworthy achievements of his students include securing the title of Best Drummer at Bandquest 2021 and triumphing in the King’s College Year 7 Band Competition in 2022.

Ezra embarked on his teaching journey at Auckland Drum School in 2017, where he initially thrived within the esteemed Drum City practice spaces. Subsequently, in 2020, he established his personal teaching space on Mt Eden Road.

The facilities in this space encompass a spacious area equipped with meticulously maintained, high-level professional gear. This versatile space caters to personal practice, band rehearsals, and recording sessions, enveloping students in a musical ambiance that fuels their enthusiasm to return.

  • Beginner drum lessons aim to provide a strong foundation in drumming basics and help you develop good habits and technique that will serve you well as you progress to more advanced levels of playing. Firstly starting with a strong foundation of the basics, focusing on beats, technique and reading music. After establishing this you will enjoy learning your first song. From there we move to more challenging rhythms, fills and songs based on their passions, strengths and weaknesses.

Learn with Ezra

  • For students coming to me with prior experience, the first session is about finding out where you are musically. Establishing your strengths and weaknesses as well as what your goals are moving forward. After that, lessons aim to take your drumming skills to the next level, with a focus on advanced techniques, rhythms, fills, improvisation, and being comfortable in a band setting. Lessons are be tailored to your individual goals and interests, strengthening your weaknesses, improving your ability to express yourself and help achieve your goals.

More Information & Pricing

Located on 8 Mt Eden Road,
Grafton, Auckland

 

  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

    3:00PM - 6:30PM

    During school terms.

  • One free trial lesson is offered to all new students to see if we are a good match before committing to lessons.

    Free trial is not available to Balmoral School lessons.

  • $55 for 30 minute lessons.

    $110 for 60 minute lessons.

  • $48 for 30 minute lessons.

    $96 for 60 minute lessons.

    I recommend booking a term at a time as consistency is the primary key to progress.

    Lessons are invoiced in term blocks (9 - 11 weeks). Usually paid at the beginning of each term in full.

  • You’ll need a pair of drumsticks past your first lesson, I recommend 7a or 5a sized drumsticks.

    A clear file folder is handy to store music sheets.

    If a drum kit is not available at home, I recommend using a practice pad. This is a good transportable option for practicing anywhere, even when travelling!

    These can be purchased from Rockshop NZ.

  • * For Balmoral Drum Lessons T&Cs visit this page.

    * Fees are charged on a ’per term’ basis.

    * Term lessons must be taken consecutively over the school term.

    * Payment for term lessons must be made in full, and is due before the second lesson (or the date on the invoice) - Unless arranged otherwise.

    * Payment for casual lessons must be made before lesson commences.

    * Failure to pay on time without prior notice and agreement may result in your time slot being forfeit.

    * No refunds will be given if an enrollment is cancelled after the term start date.

    * Students are entitled to one catch up per term with a minimum of 24 hours notice given.

    * Classes are not run on Public Holidays that fall on weekdays.

    * If I am unable to teach, then I will arrange a reliever or you will be advised of cancellation of the lesson and a catch up or credit will be arranged for the missed lesson.

    * Please ensure that I have your (the Guardian’s) updated email address and contact number.

    * 'Period Start & End' on the invoice are the first and last lessons respectively for each term.

    * It is a condition of your booking and payment of that you agree to these terms.