Melbourne VIC, Australia
Drum Lessons | Artist development, Theory Lessons, Jazz Improvisation Lessons, VCE Music Exam Preparation
Bio
Liam O’Leary is a session drummer, composer and teacher.
Originally from Hobart Tasmania, Liam has been playing the drums since he was 12 years old. Liam started gigging at age 15 when joining his music teachers cover band, The Lounge Lizards.
After finishing school, Liam went on to study at the UTAS Conservatorium completing a Bachelor of Music Arts in 2014. While in Hobart, Liam was an active member of the Tasmanian music scene playing with a number of bands in a variety of different styles including jazz, soul, funk, latin, original indie and pop groups, as well as various cover bands.
In 2015, Liam moved to Melbourne to further his music career. Since relocating, Liam has performed with many artists and bands including Budjerah, Jordie Lane, Didirri, Oh Pep!, Luke Sinclair Set, Sean McMahon, Christopher Coleman Collective, Seth Henderson, Maddy Jane as well as jazz artists Dan Barnett, Ken Schroder, Mia Palencia, Paul Williamson and Nick Haywood.
Currently, Liam plays with bands Collard, Greens and Gravy, The Seven Ups, Cantrips and The Stitch.
Liam also leads two projects, LCO and LCO Trio, performing his original compositions.
Teaching Info
Currently, Liam is unable to offer lessons at his home studio, lessons are only available at students houses.
Teaching Bio
Liam has been teaching for over 13 years. Currently, Liam teaches at Albert Park College and Craigieburn Secondary.
In 2015, Liam tutored at the UTAS Conservatorium of Music before moving to Melbourne. Liam has previously taught for Melbourne teaching agency’s, Junior Rockers and Music in Mind.
Material and focus for drum lessons are based on students musical interests. Material can include:
- Rudiments
- Exam Preparation
- Songs/Tunes
- Rhythm composition
- Soloing
- Theory
- Drum tuning/maintenance
Whether you’re starting out, mature-aged learning for fun or preparing for exams, Liam can point you in the right direction.
email: liamoleary89@gmail.com