Drummers Link Presents:

Dream Cymbals Live

Thursday, 22nd February 2024

DAYTIME VENUE:

The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl Street, Northampton NN1 3AU

NEW EVENING VENUE: The Picturedrome, 222 Kettering Road, Northampton NN1 4BN

Dream Cymbals Artists, in collaboration with Drummers Link, are hosting a fantastic day of drumming, featuring masterclasses and Q&A sessions, followed by an exhilarating evening clinic show.

Boasting a world-class line-up of artists, educators, and drum clinicians, this two-part event will guarantee an immersive educational experience, all on one intimate stage setting.

EVENING CLINIC TICKET: £25.00

DAYTIME TICKET (MASTERCLASS, Q&A): £45.00

FULL EVENT TICKET: £70.00

Dream Cymbals will be available for purchase at the event from retailer BW Drum Academy.

  • Adam Gammage

    Adam Gammage

  • Andy Edwards

    Andy Edwards

  • Ed Freitas

    Ed Freitas

  • French Freddy

    French Freddy

  • Alex Moody

    Alex Moody

  • Jim Macaulay

Daytime Masterclass and Q&A:

12:30pm - 5:00pm (Doors 12pm).

Venue: The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl Street, Northampton NN1 3AU

Get ready for a thrilling daytime experience with electrifying masterclass sessions led by a world-class line up of drummers! Join us for an unforgettable day of rhythm and expertise, as we're proud to bring educational sessions from Adam Gammage (Tom Grennan), Andy Edwards (Robert Plant, IQ, Frost, Educator), and Alex Moody (The Dualers).

Q&A Guests

After the mind-blowing masterclass sessions, it's time for an exhilarating Q&A session with some true industry icons!

Get ready to pick the brains of these exceptional professionals: Andy Edwards (Robert Plant, Frost*, IQ) Adam Gammage (Tom Grennan), French Freddy (drum tech), Jim Macaulay (The Stranglers) and Alex Moody (The Dualers, Educator).

Daytime Schedule

Masterclass 1 - Adam Gammage - 12:30 - 13:30

Adam Gammage, best known for his recent work with UK singer-songwriter Tom Grennan, will be leading a themed masterclass session on:

“Preparing for the biggest gig of your life”.

Expect pre-show warm-ups and independence exercises, and Adam’s methods for learning songs fast!

Masterclass 2 - Andy Edwards - 13:45 - 14:45

Andy Edwards, renowned for his work with British prog-rock bands Frost* and IQ, and Led Zeppelin’s frontman Robert Plant, brings you:

“The Secret of all Drumming”.

Expect a deep dive into technique, specifically the use of the Full Stroke and how this underpins all drumming. Unlock new areas in your playing with Andy’s rudimentary exercises.

Masterclass 3 - Alex Moody - 15:00 - 16:00

Alex Moody, a seasoned professional drummer known best for his work with ska and reggae band, The Dualers, will be hosting a masterclass on:

“Building a career that works for you”.

Expect a deep insight on creating your own unique pathway through the music industry. For the aspiring professionals, or the kids who don’t know if they still want to be an astronaut!

All Artists Q&A Session - 16:00-17:00

An audience led Q&A discussion with drumming industry pros:

Andy Edwards, French Freddy, Ed Freitas, Adam Gammage, Jim Macaulay, and Alex Moody.

Daytime Only Ticket: £45.00

Evening Drum Clinic:

7:10pm - 10:30pm (Doors 6:45pm)

IMPORTANT EVENING VENUE UPDATE: The Picturedrome, 222 Kettering Road, Northampton NN1 4BN

Get ready for an electrifying lineup of clinic performances that will set your pulse racing! We've got the incredible Adam Gammage, renowned for his work with Tom Grennan, delivering a headline drumming experience that's bound to leave you breathless.

Andy Edwards, whose drumming credits include Robert Plant, IQ, and Frost*, and his educational prowess.

But the excitement doesn't stop there! The trailblazing Ed Freitas, known as Cybadrummer, will take you on a sonic journey like no other.

And let's not forget the rising star, Greg Jacobs, who made waves as the UK's Young Drummer of the Year Finalist in 2022 and is an alumnus of Drummers Link Music School in Northampton – his performance promises to be nothing short of astonishing.

Get ready for an evening filled with unparalleled drumming energy and excitement that you won't want to miss!

Evening Drum Clinic Only Ticket: £25.00