Learn from Great Drums Teachers

Success, I have been talented enough to know the meaning. It feels really good to know you did your best and it worked. In front of thousands of people, I know what it means to reach a higher level of performance. In the studio, I've dug deeper to create a captivating product. I've created tools to eliminate writer's block. I'm a guitarist, keyboardist, producer and creative.

Nicholas Santangelo was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and grew up in the neighboring communities across the Delaware River in Cherry Hill and Medford, New Jersey. After moving to Medford, Nicholas was accepted to Bishop Eustace Preparatory School, a prestigious private co-ed High School in the Tri-State area.

Jared Smith is a professional drummer, percussionist, programmer and educator. Through many years of study and playing, Jared has fused together the artistry of “old school” grooves and sounds, with the energy of the newest music. Combining these styles creates an enjoyable sound that is classic and new at the same time.

Based in New York City, I perform regularly and teach music privately. I have toured nationally as a sideman with several acts and taught internationally at the collegiate level. With over a decade of teaching experience in a variety of settings, I have been able to see many of my students achieve their aspirations.

I'm Romarna Campbell, a drummer, composer, and passionate music educator with extensive experience across jazz, electronic, contemporary, and experimental genres. I've honed my skills at prestigious institutions, including Berklee College of Music, and actively blend professional performance with dedicated teaching.

Hi, I’m Travis Sykes — a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and music educator with over a decade of real-world experience. I hold a Bachelor of Musical Arts in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music, where I studied under department chairs in Songwriting, Harmony, and Bass Guitar, and attended masterclasses with legends like James Taylor, Paul Simon, and Victor Wooten.

Hi there! I'm a dedicated music teacher with several years of experience helping students of all ages discover their confidence and creativity through music. I teach piano, guitar, violin, ukulele, and drums, and I genuinely enjoy watching each student grow from their very first notes to performing complete pieces with ease.

Born in Quito, Ecuador, Zak was nourished in a home surrounded by art. His mother was a painter and sculptor and his father, a musician. At a very early age, Zak showed enormous passion for percussion and singing. This led him to become a self taught musician, singing in choirs and playing drums for rock bands of the musical scene of Ecuador as a teenager.

Ben Masters — Drummer, Producer & Touring Musician Hi, I’m Ben! I’m a Los Angeles–based drummer, songwriter, music producer, and playback specialist with over a decade of professional touring and studio experience. I’ve performed or recorded at some of the world’s most iconic venues — Carnegie Hall, Red Rocks, Madison Square Garden, The Forum, and Capitol Records — and appeared on…

These lessons are designed to help you develop stronger time, deeper feel, and real confidence behind the drum set. The focus isn’t on flashy chops or isolated exercises — it’s on becoming more musical, more natural, and more comfortable in real playing situations.