Drummer Mamas

After reaching heights with a band that most drummers can only dream of, Rick Jupp left Elbow 10 years ago. With a decade of sobriety and a well-respected teaching career in that time, Rick has developed drum workshop methods that focus on being present in your body, with the aim of easing the effects of PTSD, addiction and the stressors of busy life and a busy mind. Listen on for a humour-filled episode that also touches on the gap effect, dogs, tattoos and making an impact with drumming on peoples’ lives.
Heads up – there’s a fair bit of swearing in this one!
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This week on Drummer Mamas, we're joined by the brilliant (and hilarious!) Emma Taylor from Love to Learn Drums!

You've probably seen Emma's videos all over social media, but have you ever wondered how it all started and what goes on behind the scenes?

We chat about her time at ACM, how she built such a huge online following, the team behind Love to Learn Drums and her relationship with social media!

Lots of laughs, plenty of honesty and a fascinating look at the person behind the videos.

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Emma Taylor

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Tom runs Tom Collins Drums near Solihull, offering bespoke drum tuition and a shop for students. His story is an inspiring one; after starting to teach from a spare room, he now works from purpose-built teaching rooms with his own team. 
Talking about the importance of community, and the results that come from doing everything to the best of your ability, Tom tells us how learning an instrument can provide a life-altering opportunity for everyone.
Tom Collins:
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This week we're chatting all things UK Drum Show 2026! From Gemma's exciting new role to Ciara's session in the Evans Sound Advice Room.
We also talk community, representation, supporting each other and a special motherhood milestone. 🥁❤️
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Jessie May Smart is a violinist who has experience in playing globally and on the biggest stages, but on the flipside, she has also dealt with anxiety, depression, ill health and concerns about performing. Drawing on her own experiences, she has trained to coach musicians to reach their maximum potential; we talk about the use of breathwork, tapping, calming the nervous system and much, much more in this fascinating episode!

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