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Feel comfortable, confident, and in control behind the drum kit with my proven Jazz drumming method. Start playing with real freedom and flow!
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I've been there
Hi, I'm Von Baron and I get it. Learning to play Jazz drums and play with other musicians is overwhelming. The pressure to keep time, interact musically, and not get lost in the song is real.
I remember the frustration of trying to lock in with a bassist and struggling to comp naturally without overplaying. It’s tough when you feel like everyone else is speaking a language you’re still trying to learn. I’ve been there my friend and I can help.
That’s why I structured Jazz Drum School to help you play Jazz in a band. Unlike scattered YouTube videos or rigid book exercises, my method gets you playing with the feel, independence, and musical awareness you need to thrive in a group.
With 40 years of pro drumming on thousands of gigs with artists like Benny Golson, Stanley Jordan, Eddie Henderson, Geoff Keezer, Shelly Berg, Tita Lima, and over 10,000 private lessons taught, I know what works on stage and in the practice room.
I’ll help you get the technical skills, listening, improvisation and groove that will make you stand out!
I remember the frustration of trying to lock in with a bassist and struggling to comp naturally without overplaying. It’s tough when you feel like everyone else is speaking a language you’re still trying to learn. I’ve been there my friend and I can help.
That’s why I structured Jazz Drum School to help you play Jazz in a band. Unlike scattered YouTube videos or rigid book exercises, my method gets you playing with the feel, independence, and musical awareness you need to thrive in a group.
With 40 years of pro drumming on thousands of gigs with artists like Benny Golson, Stanley Jordan, Eddie Henderson, Geoff Keezer, Shelly Berg, Tita Lima, and over 10,000 private lessons taught, I know what works on stage and in the practice room.
I’ll help you get the technical skills, listening, improvisation and groove that will make you stand out!
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Here's a lesson on my Off-Beat Jazz drum set comping exercises. Enroll in the Total Lessons Pack, Monthly Groove Pass or Jazz Drum Comping Course to get the rest of the lessons. Learn the essentials of comping on the drums.
There is a PDF download for this and all of the exercises in the course when you enroll. Click on "CC" to select your language.
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Marc G.
With Von at Jazz Drum School, it's much more than a [drum] course...it's a MUSIC course. Other methods tell me to hit like this or that but Von knows how to integrate everything into a musical learning process...If you want to play MUSIC, go with Von!
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What You Get At Jazz Drum School
15 Courses, 70 Hours and Over 300 Lessons
A complete step-by-step Jazz drumming method.
60 Instructor Playing Examples
Includes 60 instructor real live music playing examples to guide your practice and understanding.
165 Pages of PDF Lesson Downloads
Includes 165 pages of downloadable drum lesson PDF's and drum charts for easy reference and practice.
Over 150 Jazz Drum Practice Songs
The Total Lessons Pack features over 150 Jazz drum practice songs to help you apply what you learn with real Jazz music.
Every course also has downloadable practice songs.
Drum Lab Monthly
Live Stream Class
Includes a monthly Drum Lab live stream class for interactive learning and real-time instruction.
All Jazz Drum Lessons
In 9 Languages
Learn to play Jazz drums in 9 languages, making learning accessible worldwide: English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語
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All of your videos make me feel your passion for teaching Jazz as a drummer. And it's just like having a face-to-face lesson with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there lessons for my current skill level?
Yes. Jazz Drum School is designed for drummers at every level. If you’re new to Jazz, you’ll build a strong foundation—learning how to swing, comp, play with brushes, trade 4s, and play musically with others, step by step.
If you’re more experienced, you’ll refine your groove, develop a deeper touch, sharpen your soloing, and explore advanced styles like odd meters, Brazilian beats and Latin Jazz drumming. Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a clear, structured path to help you succeed.
If you’re more experienced, you’ll refine your groove, develop a deeper touch, sharpen your soloing, and explore advanced styles like odd meters, Brazilian beats and Latin Jazz drumming. Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a clear, structured path to help you succeed.
I don’t read music—will I be lost?
Not at all. You don’t need to read music to get started, and you definitely won’t be thrown into anything overwhelming. The lessons are built around clear video demonstrations and musical explanations that make sense. As you go, you’ll naturally start learning how to read drum music in a simple, non-painful way.
You'll learn Just enough to help you understand the grooves, play more accurately and learn faster. You’ll be developing your ears, instincts, and reading skills all at the same time without the stress.
You'll learn Just enough to help you understand the grooves, play more accurately and learn faster. You’ll be developing your ears, instincts, and reading skills all at the same time without the stress.
Will I learn how to play with a band?
Absolutely—and this is one of the biggest things that sets Jazz Drum School apart. The lessons are built around the real-world skills you need to actually play with other musicians, not just on your own. You’ll learn how to comp with intention, trade 4s that feel musical (not mechanical), and really lock in with the bass—skills that make you valuable in any Jazz group.
Plus, every course includes pro-level backing tracks recorded by top Jazz musicians, so you can practice in a true musical context. You’re not playing along to loops—you’re developing the ears, feel, and musical awareness it takes to hold your own in a live band. This isn’t about memorizing licks or patterns. It’s about learning to listen, respond, and groove like a real Jazz drummer.
Is there a trial period?
Yes. Since all of my courses and course packs have many downloads, I don’t offer a trial for lifetime purchases. Some students start with the Groove Pass, which comes with a one-day free trial. That way, they can explore everything first. Then they switch to a Course Pack, Individual Course or keep learning with the Groove Pass.
Can’t I just learn this stuff on YouTube for free?
Sure, there’s a ton of content out there but that’s also the problem. Most YouTube lessons aren’t structured, and they rarely build on each other. It’s easy to bounce around, feel overwhelmed, and not make real progress. Jazz Drum School gives you a clear path so you’re not just watching, you’re growing!
I’ve tried online lessons before and they didn’t help.
You’re not alone. A lot of online lessons are scattered or too focused on technique without showing how to actually use it in music. Jazz Drum School is different. I built it from decades of real-world drumming, with a clear method that’s helped over 500 students not just learn, but actually play Jazz. You’ll hear and feel the difference in your drumming, even after the first few lessons.
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