“ I’ve known Preston for 15 years and what a great guy he is! As a teacher, he’s diligent, focussed and caring for each individual – whether 1-1 or in a group setting. He always gives 110% and he wants the absolute best for his students. He’s a lovely player too – great hands – and has the sensibilities and humility of someone who knows is there to serve the music, and not the ego. Preston is one of the nicest guys anyone could meet and, as a player, teacher, and master drum-builder, he’s the embodiment of a life in drums and music.” Adam Bushell, drum educator, CEO and Founder at Water Bear

“ You’re one of the very best teachers I know and one of the very best teachers that I’ve met. I always drew and still draw a lot of inspiration from your style and your approach as well as your passion for drums, drum building and you expertise on the instrument, your knowledge of music and you as a person, friend and influence which I’ve always valued.” Pat Garvey Principle Lecturer at BIMM, Educator Session Musician, Recording Artist.

"I saw light in the way you thought about and approached music and could relate personally to your taste and enthusiasm. Very fortunate to have had your input man." Dougal Taylor, freelance Drummer, Vels Trio, Emma-Jean Thackry.

“I have been playing drums for 45 years and have only recently found Preston. His knowledge and expertise as a musician is 2nd to none. He makes you feel at ease during the lesson and explains everything with passion and patience. He is articulate in his descriptions of what you are trying to do and encouraging when needed. A complete pleasure to work with and I only wish I had found Preston earlier in my career.” Dusty Miller Freelance Drummer and ex Royal Marines Musician

“I would sight my lessons with Preston as a turning point in my playing career. His teachings, philosophies and approach have been one of the most significant and positive factors in my development. I always felt Preston knew how to identify and communicate to me what I should prioritise not only in my playing but more widely in my journey into music specifically, his teachings in Jazz drumming. These teachings centred around the introduction into Jim Blackley’s ‘The Essence of Jazz Drumming’. I see Preston as a mentor, as well as being an incredible instrumental teacher.  Alex Lowe freelance drummer and Educator.

“Preston took me on as a young drummer with a developing technique. He was really quick to analyse my playing and technique and has brought my playing on no end. I have developed a range of stylistic playing techniques and have become principal drummer in the Cooperative Big Band; gigging all round the South West. Preston took me through my Rock School grades and I have just achieved a distinction at grade 8. RSL have featured me as an up and coming talent in their annual festival and it was through Preston’s excellent teaching and patient approach to bringing me on that I have achieved so much in such a short space of time. I have just been offered a music scholarship at Cardiff University, so a big shout out to Preston in supporting me. I have had several teachers over the years and Preston has been the tutor who has made drumming fun and enjoyable whilst really challenging my listening, playing and technique. By far the best drum teacher in the South West!” Matt Twyman Devon