DR RICHARD HEMMINGS
Experienced drummer, composer, performer and tutor based
in Leicester (Leicestershire, the East Midlands, UK.)
Loughborough, Nottingham, Coventry, Derby
activities
Drum Tuition / Lessons
I believe learning to play drums MUST be fun! I offer a unique approach to drumming combining rudiments, exciting rhythms, improvisation and advice on techniques designed with the modern drummer in mind... (more)
Composer / Improvisor
I have composed many pieces, especially in the realm of Dada rock 'n' roll (ahem), but will freely improvise when given the chance. I have performed in London, Rome, New York and even Leicester!.. (more)
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Session Player
I can provide a standard drum kit plus full electronics set up as required (sampler and MIDI drum pads - ideal for triggering sounds, MIDI sequences, etc.). I also offer sound design, MIDI sequencing, sampling...(more)
Research
This section contains various aspects of my ongoing research and includes a number of papers and essays, some of which have been delivered at conferences... (more)
announcements 
about me
History
I have been playing drums for twenty years. I began at the age of 12, but my introduction to music began earlier when I was packed off to piano lessons!... (more)
Qualifications
PhD - Unpredictable Popular Music - De Montfort University
BA (Hons) - Contemporary Musics - University of Leeds (Bretton Hall)
media
MP3s
C.C.W.S., Anchovies in the Ice Cream
Movies
Scores
Photo Album
Rome 2006, New York 2006, Lab Rats
Website Design
Basic package
quick links
Contact
EDBM Myspace Profile
PhD
Music CV
News
Polemic Music Records
Practice Tips
Related Links
Richard's MySpace profile
