PULSE Drum School
Face to face and online drum lessons. Founded by Craig Tutton, the school hosts lessons at the purpose built Pulse Drum Studio - complete with professional equipment, recording and streaming capabilities.
Contact MeAbout
As an educator, Craig was the Lead Teacher for Drum Kit and Contemporary Studies at Berkshire Maestros (now Music Trust) for many years. He currently holds teaching posts at Cranford School in Oxfordshire and Hurst Lodge School in Hampshire.
As a performer, Craig has vast live and studio experience including work at The Royal Albert Hall, Reading Festival, GuilFest, Hard Rock Hell and Highclere Castle. He has also contributed works for Universal and Sony BMG.
Craig is registered with The Musician's Union, holds Public Liability Insurance and is fully DBS checked.
Summer Drumming Bootcamp - £295
Address : River Academy, Reading RG1 8EQ
Dates : Monday 3rd August - Friday 7th August 2026, 10:00 - 16:00
This performance-based course is designed for drum kit players who want to learn new styles and build confidence playing amongst others. It offers a fun and educational experience that will help students develop their drumming skills, confidence, and stage presence.
From Monday to Thursday, students will explore a different musical genre and song each day. The final part of each day will focus on performance, giving students the opportunity to perform among others and prepare for the end-of-week showcase.
Drum Kits
Acoustic and electronic drum kits are available throughout the week, although students may benefit from the comfort and familiarity of their own drums and are welcome to use their own.
Personal kits can remain securely stored in the teaching room until 4pm on Thursday. Friday will be dedicated to the final rehearsal and performance in the main hall.
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Students do not need to study grades or read music, and participation in performances is always optional. Our priority is that every student feels comfortable,
supported, and enjoys the experience. A few years of playing the drums is recommended to get the most from the course.
Lessons & Fees
Whether you want to learn your favourite song, brush up on some skills or complete grades or diplomas - all lessons are tailored to the pupil's individual needs and interests.
The equipment we have on offer also enables students to learn with backing tracks, play-along with live instruments and record their own playing to take home
Fees:
- 30 Minutes - £25
- 45 Minutes - £35
- 60 Minutes - £45
A 30 minute Free Trial Lesson will be offered to all new students.
Location
Lessons take place in the purpose built Pulse Drum Studio - a modern, state-of-the-art teaching space that enables students to learn in a comfortable, well-equipped environment featuring high-end equipment for playing and recording drums, as well as guitar, bass, vocals and music technology.
Pulse Drum Studio is situated at my home on the edge of Calcot, Reading. It is directly adjacent to Junction 12 of the M4 and perfectly suitable for anyone travelling by car from Central Reading, Tilehurst, Caversham, Theale, Thatcham or Winnersh.
It is also easily accessed via public transport from Theale Station (20 minute walk) or Sainsburys Calcot (5 minute walk).
Contact Me
If you are interested in a free trial drum lesson, or want to get in touch with Pulse Drum School then please use the details below.
I look forward to hearing from you.
07926 941380 contact@pulsedrumschool.co.uk
