DRUM BREAKS – Leicester – July 16th/17th

Here are some details for DRUM BREAKS LEICESTER. If you need anymore information or have further questions, please email james@jameshester.co.uk

What is Drum Breaks?

Drum Breaks is an intense two day drum course designed to give you the maximum amount of information and material to work on but at such a pace that you can take it all onboard.

What will be covered in the sessions?

The Leicester event will be covering (this is the maximum that will be delivered– we will move at the average speed of the group so some material may not be covered):

Is this suitable for me?

The above course outline should help you decide this. The course is fast paced but will be backed up with handouts other information. It is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced players who have basic level of reading (mainly for the handouts as there will be too much information to just remember!) and technique. If you have any questions regarding your suitability for this course, please email: james@jameshester.co.uk

Who are the tutors?

James Hester (Mapex Biog):

From working with mystery Bristol trip hop duo Malakai (Island/ Universal Records, Domino Records) and Portishead honcho Geoff Barrow through to the heavier sound of Gunslinger Black (with Pitchshifters Mark Clayden and Matt Grundy), via Men From Mars which featured members of Robert Plants band The Strange Sensation, Massive Attack, Portishead and Cast – James knows how important it is to have the right tools to deliver whatever job is next, whether it’s playing Brixton Academy or a BBC session at Maida Vale. His current regular gig with post hardcore band Cars On Fire (Undergroove Records) has seen a new album written and recorded as a follow up to the KKKK (Kerrang) mini album ‘Dig Your Own Grave’, sessions for Red Bull, a UK tour, an album launch in Dublin and festival appearances at Sonisphere, Hevy, Guilfest and Relentless/Vans Boardmasters all in the first 3 months. James also balances this with his role as Head Of Drums at the Bristol Institute of Modern Music (BIMM) where he completed his PG Cert (Ed) and is now studying the process of coordination related to auditory, visual and kinesthetic response for an MA, is the Technical Editor for Drummer Magazine, is currently writing and recording at his own studio with bass player Damon Minchella (Paul Weller, Ocean Colour Scene, The Who) and has published his first book, ‘Mind Over Meter’.

Tim Brown (Mapex Biog):

Tim first started playing the drums at the age of eight in his home town of Leicester UK, he soon after went on to perform in many local bands in all styles from Jazz to Metal. In the early 90’s Tim Graduated at Drumtech London and later continued his studies with US drum guru Jim Chapin, Zoro ( Lenny Kravitz ), Pete Riley ( Keith Emerson, Republica) , Malcolm Garrett ( Birmingham Conservatoire) and Colin Woolway (Drumsense founder, Suzi Quattro).

Tim has performed and recorded throughout the UK and Europe with a wide range of artistes including Aynsley Lister, Nickolodeon, Downtothebone, The four tops, The Drifters , Sally Barker and the Rhythm, Mother Hubbard, Vivid, The Sarah Bennett Quartet and Mandy Reilly to name a few, he is also a very busy Drum teacher / clinician and taught at many Schools and Colleges and on courses such as the IDF Rhythm Course and Access to music.

Both James and Tim are endorsers of Mapex/Paiste/Vic Firth/Protection Racket/Baskey

Where is it being held?

Drum Breaks is being held at Quad Studios: http://www.quadstudios.co.uk/

Quad Studios
78 Friday Street
Leicester
LE1 3BW

Exact times are TBC but it will be approx. 10am to 6pm on Saturday 16^th and  Sunday 17^th of July 2011

Do I need to bring anything?

Yourself, note paper, manuscript, pen, pencil, three highlighters (trust us on that one!), a practice pad and stand (bass drum practice pad too if you have it), sticks, water and ear plugs – that should cover it. Any other queries, please contact us.

How much is it and how do I book?

Tuition, a copy of ‘Mind Over Meter’ and lunchtime buffet on Saturday and Sunday costs £135. Tea, coffee and soft drinks are available from Quad Studios shop.  If you already have a copy of the book (or decide to buy it before the day) the price is reduced to £120. The places are limited to keep the class sizes down. The cost is a one off payment to secure your place. Either cheque or Paypal can be used (see top of the page for Paypal and cheque payment details).

The cancellation policy comes in to effect 2 weeks prior to the date of the event, 10am on Saturday 2^nd July 2011, cancellations made after this point will be charged in full unless the event is at capacity and we are able to resell your place.

We reserve the right to cancel the event up to 48 hours prior (10am on the 14^th July 2011) or change the tutors at short notice due to touring commitments etc. If we cancel the event there will be a 100% refund of the ticket price, however we will not be liable for travel or accommodation arrangements.

Where can I stay?

We would recommend the following hotels:

Sky Plaza Hotel Leicester

14-17 Abbey Street, Leicester LE1 3TE 0116 251 0666 skyplazahotels.co.uk

Days Inn Leicester Central

17 Abbey St, Leicester LE1 3 0116 251 0666 daysinn.com