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4worldlovers: If you look back over his 30+ years as a professional musician, you’ll see him gigging professionally, teaching all over the world, and applying his skills in the recording studio.

Graduated with a Bachelor of Music from the University of Auckland; Studied Jazz Performance at Massey University (NZSM); He also holds a G/Diploma in Music Teaching; Being one of the two NZ Examiners of Rockschool UK under AMEB.

In his own teaching, Frank’s focus is on CCM Voice Coaching (Contemporary Commercial Music); Contemporary Guitar/Bass Tutoring & Pop, Rock and Jazz Band Training. However, since starting Frank’s Music School he has brought on other tutors to offer lessons in all the contemporary instruments including Vocal lessons, Guitar lessons, Drums lesson, Bass lessons, Keyboard lessons, Piano lessons, Ukulele lessons, Saxophone lessons, Trumpet lessons, Violin Lessons, as well as Songwriting lessons, Music production lessons & Music Theory lessons etc. at multiple locations throughout the Auckland region.

When you sign up for lessons, you'll work with one of our awesome tutors to develop the skills and techniques you'll need to enjoy the music you want to play. You'll work through different repertoire and test your skills by participating in Rockschool exams. When you're ready, your tutor will encourage you to participate in Band Ensembles. Your ensemble will work with a tutor to develop performance skills, stage presence, and band dynamic. You'll be rocking out on stage at one of our performances in no time!

Music is meant to be shared. At Frank's Music School you'll get the opportunity to put what you're learning into practice with regular opportunities to perform. Step on stage for the first time in front of your friends and family at one of our student concerts, or rock the stage for the crowd at community music festivals or events. Every experience is good experience.


Knowing how to use modern music making technology is essential for musicians. Whether you're laying down an original song or just taking a snapshot of where you're currently at with your playing, Frank and the team will help you develop the skills you need so you can use the technology to enhance your learning and produce your own music.

Unlock the art of memorable pop songwriting. Learn the secrets and techniques behind crafting an unforgettable pop song.

In these lessons we will delve into the intricacies of creating contrasting sections within a song, effectively capturing listeners attention and learning how to keep them engaged from start to finish. We’ll uncover the art of lyrical expression, helping students develop their own unique voice while exploring writing techniques and concepts.

4worldlovers: Auckland Drum School is home to some of the most in-demand drum professionals in New Zealand.


Boasting nine individual drum studios, our coveted drum school welcomes passionate learners and artists who want to hone and master their drumming skills. Our drum teachers have performed with many of the country’s top acts and toured worldwide.

Auckland Drum School offers drum lessons at every skill level – from beginners to advanced players. It’s the place where young drummers become true musicians, and experienced drummers become pros. Book a lesson today!

We believe it takes a trial lesson for the student and teacher to decide if they are a good fit for one another. Get in touch now to let us know what you want to achieve with your drumming, and we’ll arrange a 30 minute lesson with the drum professional we feel will best suit your unique style and goals - free of charge.

We welcome young drummers for what is often their very first drum lesson. Right from the beginning, you’ll be seated at the drumkit, working with our pro drum teachers. We start by learning the names of the various drums, the right equipment for beginners, and how to hold your sticks. From there, we’ll learn the basics of drumming - the rudiments. Mastering these basics gives you a solid foundation to build on, and from there, we will have you playing beats in no time.

You’ve got the basics under control and you’re jamming along to your favourite bands. What next? Intermediate drummers are ready to step up and work towards playing in bands, writing their own beats and much more. You’ll learn warm up techniques to ensure you play your best for every jam session, and stretches to ensure you have decades of drumming ahead of you. We’ll get you playing faster, harder and more technically than you ever imagined, incorporating the techniques of the masters like John Bonham (Led Zeppelin), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo fighters) , Danny Carey (Tool), Roger Taylor (Queen) and Jeff Pocaro (Toto).

Our Auckland drum studio offers an unmatched depth of talent and experience, with teachers capable of training even the most advanced players.

Every one of our teachers is a drumming professional, with experience performing at national and international level, radio hits and album credits to their names. Our teachers are the real deal. For those students who have dedicated years to the craft of playing drums, our teachers can take you even further.

Auckland Drum School founder Ryan Carroll has been playing drums for 20 years, and is primarily known as a top notch rock and pop player. Ryan has forged a successful career performing with bands such as Black River Drive, Ekko Park and Frozen Alice, and has performed throughout NZ, Australia and the US.

Jared has 18 years experience as a drummer, and has focused on hip hop, latin, reggae and jazz. Jared has toured extensively through Japan and Australia, as well as covering New Zealand many times.

Jared has dedicated his life to the pursuit of drumming excellence, and is co-director of Auckland Drum School.

Tom has been playing drums for 16 years. His relaxed, friendly demeanour combined with his deadly skills mean he is highly in demand as a drummer across just about every genre, though presently he is making waves internationally with his bands Wax Chattels and Miss June. Tom has toured globally, with a string of tour dates in England, North America, Japan, China, Taiwan, Australia and New Zealand to his name.

Chris has 14 years of experience as a drummer. He plays a lot of hip hop and neo soul, with a little rock and jazz here and there. Chris’ father is a drummer as well so has spent most of his life around drums. Chris loves laid-back hip hop beats and grooves, and has performed in New Zealand, Australia, London and Switzerland.

John has been playing drums for 12 years, throughout a diverse range of genres, including Jazz, Rock, Pop, Punk, Folk, and Hip-hop. John's current focus is Afrobeat, ensuring the crowd is always dancing. He studied Jazz Drumming at the University of Auckland and has played for numerous bands. John's passion for drumming is infectious, and he loves teaching students who are enthusiastic about music and eager to learn. As a teacher, he finds it rewarding to see his students develop a love for learning and overcoming challenges.

Auckland Drum School offers a comprehensive drumming curriculum that will ensure you have complete knowledge of each aspect of drumming before moving on to more advanced techniques.