Tuition - Drums

We offer drum tuition on a Saturday to adults and children from the age of 10 years old. Ian Forbes is our drum tutor.

Ian Forbes

Ian's musical career started back in 1947 when he joined the Highland Pipe Band. From 1952 he worked as a semi-professional drummer in jazz and dance bands. He worked as a professional drummer from 1960, playing in big bands, theatre, night clubs, and jazz groups. He was principal percussionist for Northumberland Police Brass Band for 2 years. He started teaching in 1973, working as a peripatetic percussion teacher for South Tyneside LEA. He continues to teach and play, accompanying many international American and British jazz stars.