Learn With A Pro

Pro musician and teacher
​​Over 5,000 lessons taught

Double Kits

Full size electro-acoustic kits
One for you, one for me

Online Booking

Book one lesson at a time
​Or reserve a weekly slot
Hi. I'm Mike Glozier.

I'm a firm believer that just because something is boring, doesn't mean it's good for you.

That's why I teach differently.

​Instead of focusing on paperwork and exercises, I focus on real world skills that I've picked up over the last 25 years.
No Exercise Books
Simple Notation
1-2-1 Tuition

Location
Near Benson, Oxfordshire. 

Full address sent over after applying to start.

Availability
Jan 2023​
• Demand high
Booking 10-14 days in advance.
Spaces sell out quickly. Early booking recommended.

Pricing

£39
per lesson
• Lessons
Adults & Teenangers
​60min
• Core Lessons
Ages 9-12
45min
Pay by card at the end of your lesson.

FAQs

What ages do you teach?
Mostly adults and teenagers - this age group always does well.

I also offer specialised Core Lessons for ages 8-12. Drums are a challenging instrument for younger students, so I recommend we approach the first 3 lessons as a trial to see how they'll get on.
What levels do you teach?
All levels. From total, complete beginners to experienced gigging players and other pros.
What if I've taken lessons elsewhere?
Lots of people come to me after taking lessons elsewhere. We'll work out where you're at and take it from there.
Do you do grades?
Yes optionally - if that's something you're interested in. Trinity Rock & Pop, 100% pass rate.
Are you DBS checked?
Yes. Here's my certificate (tap to enlarge). Place/date of birth hidden to avoid identity theft.
Have you been teaching long?
Longer than I can remember. Over 5,000 lessons last count!

Reviews
"I make a 50 mile round trip for my lessons with Mike because he is the best in the business....Top bloke, great teacher, unbelievable drummer!!!"
"Lessons with Mike are always engaging and fun with the perfect level of challenge. Worth every penny."
"Mike is a funny guy and excellent teacher. I fully recommend taking lessons with him."
"Mike has a good way of explaining things...no matter how complex something seems he makes it easy to understand."

The Teacher
Hi. I'm Mike Glozier.

I first picked up a pair of sticks in 1998. A lot has happened since then, but the reason I play is still the same.

Some people play music to be famous. Some want to be rich. I just want to be the best I can be.

The same goes for teaching. I know I probably take it more seriously than I should - but I really want to offer the best lessons possible.

A big part part of that is finding better ways of doing things. From developing simpler, easier to read drum notation to faster more direct syllabus to get people playing 

About Me
​Name : Mike Glozier

First time playing drums : September 1998.

Why drums? : I took keyboard lessons as a kid. Saw a drum kit, decided that was the coolest thing ever. 
Favourite gig : 15,000 person crowd with a band I'd never met. Given the setlist 10min before I went on (which was really helpful).
Favourite recording​ session : There's been hundreds - but the one I'm most proud of was recording beats for Venetian Snares (they ended up on a record with John Frusciante from the Red Hot Chili Peppers - two heroes that I grew up listening to).
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​First songs learnt : All of the Red Hot Chili Peppers BSSM and Californication albums, plus Led Zep II & IV.
First big break : My friend played a song on his iPod that he said couldn't be done on drums (was all computer programmed electronic stuff). I put as video on YouTube to settle the bet and over the next weeks my heroes started getting in touch.