Phil Hardisty
I am a professional drummer and drum teacher with over 15 years experience teaching all ages and abilities. Having recently moved to the Dorchester area from London I am accepting new students.
If you're thinking of organising lessons for yourself or someone else then please do get in touch and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Phil
Biography
I started playing drums growing up in Weymouth and went on to study Music and Sound Recording at the University of Surrey. After graduating in 2007 (1st class) I took on the drum chair on the UK and European Tour of Blood Brothers. Subsequently, I toured with many other shows including Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar and Ghost before settling in London with my family where I have played in the West-End, on BBC radio and many functions and recording sessions in different styles. I enjoy playing jazz and big band music as well as playing for theatre shows, recordings and functions.
As an educator, I have taught in many different contexts and can draw on my wealth of experience to create a programme of study relevant to each student. I have taught privately in my home studio and in secondary and primary schools for the past 14 years. This has included taking students through grades, from beginners through to grade 8. Lessons include a range of engaging activities to create excellent musicians. Warm-ups, technique, coordination, styles, notation and improvisation are all covered so you are prepared for any musical situation.
In addition to teaching drum kit, I teach classroom music in primary schools and in SEND settings. I have been part of the Surrey Arts SEND team for over 10 years and love teaching children and young people with additional needs.
“Phil makes drumming great fun and I have learned a lot.”
Reviews
I very much enjoy all of my lessons with Phil and have done so for the last 4 and a half years. Phil makes drumming great fun and I have learned a lot. I now perform at all of my school events on my drums and really enjoy getting better and more confident after every lesson, thanks Phil, looking forward to the next 4 and a half years!Joseph, aged 11
Phil has been teaching my six year old son Ricardo for almost a year. Phil seems brilliant with young children, making the lessons fun but disciplined - building on enthusiasm and enabling good progress to be made. We are aiming for grade 1 exam this summer.Ricardo's Dad
Phil is a great teacher and got me back into playing, easy to work with, very professional and patient, recommended!John Graham
Phil taught me for around 6 months. He was very patient with me as I had not played for over 10 years. Phil was very warm, welcoming and importantly comforting as I did not have much confidence in my ability. I highly recommend Phil no matter what level or age you are :)Charlie Smedley