Our Drum Teachers
Stefan Hale, professional drummer, head teacher
Stefan teaches drum lessons online via Skype and Zoom
Stefan has over 20 years experience teaching, performing, and directing shows in the music industry.
Following studies at both of London’s top music universities; The British and Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM) and The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP), Stefan has drummed and directed performances at stadium sporting events, been featured on national and international TV and radio, and played sold out runs at London’s top theatres.
Stefan’s previous performances include, the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony, ITV’s Paul O’Grady Show, and the Champions League Final at Wembley Stadium
Stefan has also extensively toured around the UK and Europe, collaborated with Basement Jaxx and shared the stage with bands such as The Beach Boys, Toploader, and Madness.
Leo Morland, professional guitarist
Leo teaches guitar at our East Dulwich location
Leo is a guitarist and composer from Brixton. He has been playing daily since the age of 9, spending his upbringing playing in bands, developing his technique and composing music. While studying Jazz Guitar at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, he was the winner of the Phil Miller Solo Guitar Prize and a semifinalist in BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year. He now leads a quartet of some of his generation’s finest jazz performers, as well as being a valued collaborator in other groups.
Leo has taught since 2018, developing a holistic, student-centric approach that fosters a love of music and a broad skillset applicable to all areas in life. To him, guitar lessons aren’t just a way to learn how to play guitar (in itself, a vital tool to relax and express oneself) - they can teach you how to meet challenges with joy, developing resilience and focus.
He helps students improve by recognising their strengths and finding gradual and enjoyable ways to tackle challenges. Each student’s personality and learning style is taken into account when devising lessons to ensure the lessons are as enjoyable as they are productive.
Cameron Ford, professional drummer
Cameron teaches drums at both our East Dulwich, and Camberwell locations
Introducing Cameron, a seasoned drum teacher with ten years of experience. A BIMM London graduate, Cameron specializes in pop, rock, jazz, and funk styles.
Beyond teaching, he regularly takes the stage around the UK, lending his dynamic drumming skills to live performances with a number of emerging artists, enriching his students' learning with real-world musical experience.
Beyond live performances and personalised lessons, Cameron brings a studio dimension to his musical repertoire. With a knack for recording drums in the studio, he adds a dynamic layer to his multifaceted approach, offering students a comprehensive understanding of the music industry.
Cameron tailors each lesson to the specific needs and learning styles of his students, ensuring a unique and effective musical journey for every individual.
Amalie Abdulrehman, professional drummer
Amalie teaches drums at both our East Dulwich, and Camberwell locations
Amalie has been playing drums for 15 years now. Originally from Liverpool, where she obtained her Rock School Drums Grades 1-8, she then moved to London in 2016 to study drums further.
Since then Amalie has graduated with a degree in Popular Music Performance with Hons, specialising in Drums, from The British and Irish Institute of Modern Music (BIMM).
During her studies and through working as a session musician around London, she has gained extensive experience in numerous styles, including Pop, Rock, Funk and Jazz. Amalie has been teaching for 8 years, teaching a variety of ages and abilities.
“My aim is to teach you the fundamentals needed, as well as tailor your lessons to what you're interested in, whether that's obtaining music grades, learning your favourite songs or creating your own original drum music.”
Matt Foster, professional drummer
Matt teaches drums at both our East Dulwich, and Camberwell locations
Matt has played the drums for over 20 years, and has 17+ years of teaching experience. The son of a professional drummer, Matt has been holding drumsticks for as long he can remember. He’s played in everything from big bands to marching bands, wind ensembles to rock bands, and has been gigging professionally since he was 16 years old.
After completing his university jazz program in Canada, Matt spent several years performing around the world in orchestras on cruise ships, sight-reading shows daily, playing multiple styles, and leading bands as Musical Director and Band Master.
“I believe the best kind of practice is the practice you want to show up for, so you can expect lessons with me to be fun and engaging while still being challenging and informative.”
Stefan Macierewicz, professional drummer
Stefan teaches drums at both our East Dulwich, and Camberwell locations
With over 13 years of experience behind the kit, Stefan specialises in helping students of all levels build their drumming skills through personalised, fun, and focused lessons. Whether you’re picking up sticks for the first time or looking to sharpen your technique, Stefan will guide you every step of the way - covering everything from foundational rhythms to advanced techniques and styles.
Originally from Sheffield, Stefan relocated to London to study and follow his passion for music. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance and Production from the London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM) and has since established himself as an active session musician in and around the London music scene.
Stefan's performance experience includes playing with the Beefeater's Drumline at the London Cabaret Club for the King’s and Queen’s Shows in 2023, as well as appearances at notable festivals such as Tramlines, Victorious, YNOT and Truck Festival on the Main Stage in 2024. He has also performed live alongside Jeff Wootton (of Gorillaz) and Drew McConnell (bassist for Babyshambles and Liam Gallagher).