Drumming Mad has completely changed my drumming. Dean rebuilt my technique, boosted my confidence, and gave me personalised tools to grow fast — custom exercises, custom scores, and expert guidance every step of the way. I now compete in band and solo contests across Australia and feel more capable after every lesson. If you want real progress and world‑class instruction, this is where you’ll find it.

Di Stewart – DrummingMad Academy student

I started seeking lessons to lift my technical tenor drumming knowledge. The lessons are brilliantly structured—paced around the realities of a busy schedule, yet keeping me accountable and moving forward. It’s an approach I really enjoy, and I’d highly recommend DrummingMad to anyone looking to level up their technical skills.

Kirsty May – DrummingMad Academy tenor drumming student

Dean’s love of learning and teaching is very apparent, and this shows in the rapport that he and Cam have developed. Dean helps Cam understand the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’ of drumming, and this provides a great platform for future development.

Dean encourages Cam to transcribe scores and to compose his own scores. Each of these skills builds a deeper understanding of drumming, beyond just learning to play scores. Dean’s lessons are always fun and a highlight of Cam’s week.

Alec Lawson – Father of DrummingMad student Cameron Lawson

We placed 1st in drumming at two competitions over the weekend and 2nd at a very big one in North Berwick, beating the current Scottish, European, and British champions. Couldn’t have done it without you Dean!

Tripert Singh – Lead Drummer, Sri Dasmesh Malaysian Sikh Pipe Band. Working with DrummingMad since 2015

I recommend Dean as a drumming tutor without hesitation and think very highly of him. He is dedicated, professional, extremely patient and always encouraging. Dean is determined to ensure that his students are taught correctly and are never rushed until he is happy that they are ready to play in a band.

His method of teaching always amazes me. If one is experiencing some form of difficulty with playing a score, Dean writes an exercise which assists in overcoming that difficulty.

Janine Collard – DrummingMad student since 2014