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Riccardo
- Rate R1097
- Response 2h
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Students4
Number of students Riccardo has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Riccardo has accompanied since joining Superprof

R1097/h
1st lesson free
- Drums
Professional drummer with 16 years of experience gives drum lessons at his studio in Manor House or online, any age and level
- Drums
Lesson location
Recommended
Riccardo is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Riccardo
I’m Riccardo Chiaberta, a drummer and multi-instrumentalist based in North London. I teach both in person and online, sharing my experience as an active musician in the industry.
I’ve performed at festivals including Glastonbury, Montreux Jazz Festival, and London Jazz Festival, and at iconic venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, Auditorium Parco Della Musica, and The Jazz Cafe.
I'm part of the jazz/electronic duo Moonfish, alongside performing with rising star Maria Chiara Argirò, including on her album Forest City and Closer (released by the LA-based label Innovative Leisure – BADBADNOTGOOD), touring this music across Europe, the USA, and Asia.
I've also been a member of Dugong for over a decade. The Guardian called the band a "one-off European jazz/post-rock quartet", and BBC Radio 6 Music said that "Dugong is a unique proposition on the European jazz scene".
I’ve released two albums under my own name: A Bird Told Me (as pianist and composer), and Lux (as drummer and composer). All of these were released on Honolulu Records, a label I co-founded.
I graduated with highest honours in Jazz (Bachelor’s degree) from the Conservatorio "G. Verdi" in Como, and earned a Master’s degree in Jazz, also with high honours, from the Conservatorio "G. Verdi" in Milan.
About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I teach jazz, rock, funk, electronic and world music drumming.
I tailor lessons to each student, helping them reach their individual goals. Topics we can cover include:
- Technique
- Drum rudiments
- Grooves/fills
- Independence/coordination
- Improvisation/soloing
- Repertoire
- Improve your time feeling
- Practice methods and tips
- Listening suggestions
- Sight-reading
- Music theory
I can also help you prepare for graded exams with Rockschool, Trinity College, ABRSM, and other examining bodies.
Since I also play piano, we can explore additional areas to deepen your understanding of song forms, harmony, and communication with other musicians, giving you a practical, “real-life” musical experience.
My studio is fully equipped with a high-quality drum kit, an acoustic piano, and a great sound system.
I am DBS checked.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions!
Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
Riccardo is the best drum teacher ever! Not only he would give you tips on how to improve your technique and make you aware of how you interact with the different part of the kit, but you can bring to him challenges you face in learning new rhythms and he will listen and give you several different options to try out to find your way to own those beats comfortably! Highly recommended!
I highly recommend Riccardo, he's an amazing drummer and professional. I appreciated his patience, practicality and welcoming kindeness. The best way to approach music and improve one's talent!
Riccardo is a highly talented, experienced, creative and intelligent musician and music teacher.
I have been studying with him for several years, and know him to be an extremely hard-working, punctual, organized, passionate and dedicated individual.
I couldn’t recommend him enough, and I can guarantee you that he will help you grow as a musician, and that he will find infinite ways of keeping your musical passion alive.Riccardo is a professional teacher I've been lucky to know since 2015. Such a good teacher! He's also a fantastic musician.
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Rates
Rate
- R1097
Package rates
- 5h: R5487
- 10h: R10973
online
- R1097/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Riccardo allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
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