Like many other modern instruments, the drum kit is now a fully recognised instrument on which you can take graded exams in various musical genres, as well as study formally at degree level. Drums have a huge appeal to children as they are loud and fun (!) but learning to play the drums will teach any student to listen to music differently, to learn the intricacies of timing and rhythm, and will hugely increase musical knowledge. If you’re worried about noise and space practicalities, there is a large range of electric drum kits on the market - which means no angry neighbours!