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FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
Why learn Jazz drumming?
Jazz drumming coordination, musicianship and varied styles of playing make it a powerful foundation for every drummer.
I've always said, if you learn Jazz drumming, everything else is a piece of cake. It's also incredibly fun! There is great creative freedom in Jazz drumming to interact with and respond to the music.
Finish my courses at Jazz Drum School, and you'll transform into a dynamic, versatile drummer, ready to crush Jazz and any other style you enjoy playing.
I've always said, if you learn Jazz drumming, everything else is a piece of cake. It's also incredibly fun! There is great creative freedom in Jazz drumming to interact with and respond to the music.
Finish my courses at Jazz Drum School, and you'll transform into a dynamic, versatile drummer, ready to crush Jazz and any other style you enjoy playing.
What can you offer that I can't get at other online drum schools or lessons?
Really Learn To Play
All In One Place
Can I watch the course videos on my phone?
Yes! You can use any web browser on your iPhone or Android mobile device and tablet to easily play course videos and track your progress.
In addition to your mobile devices, you can enjoy lessons on your laptop or desktop computers.
In addition to your mobile devices, you can enjoy lessons on your laptop or desktop computers.
Where should I start?
If you're new to Jazz drumming, I recommend starting with the Starter Pack or Total Lessons Course Pack. You'll learn a rock-solid foundation for your Jazz drumming.
Other course packs are also available including:
To help you improve your Jazz Drumming skills quickly, I also recommend checking out my drum practice tracks below. These are real musicians playing real music that will get you swinging like a pro. The Total Lessons Course Pack includes all of these too!
1. Jazz Standards tracks
2. Trading 4's and 8's tracks
3. Time and Feel tracks
4. Drum Jam tracks
Other course packs are also available including:
To help you improve your Jazz Drumming skills quickly, I also recommend checking out my drum practice tracks below. These are real musicians playing real music that will get you swinging like a pro. The Total Lessons Course Pack includes all of these too!
1. Jazz Standards tracks
2. Trading 4's and 8's tracks
3. Time and Feel tracks
4. Drum Jam tracks
Should I follow the lessons sequentially?
My Jazz drumming courses are designed to move from one lesson to the next. I encourage you not to jump around.
There may be concepts or specific skills you hadn't thought of or learned, so moving sequentially will ensure that you cover everything.
There may be concepts or specific skills you hadn't thought of or learned, so moving sequentially will ensure that you cover everything.
Can I contact Von Baron with drumming questions?
Yes, absolutely! At Jazz Drum School we have our own messaging system. Send me a message anytime with questions about your Jazz drumming or the courses and I'll be happy to help!
You can access your messages through your login page under "MY ACCOUNT". Please see the pic below.
You can access your messages through your login page under "MY ACCOUNT". Please see the pic below.
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. What you can do, is start in the Groove Pass, which comes with a one-day free trial. That way, you can explore everything first. You can then switch to a Course Pack, Individual Course or keep learning with the Groove Pass.
Are there refunds?
Thanks so much for your understanding. Due to the high volume of downloads included in each course, I’m not able to offer refunds. That said, I truly want you to have a great experience. So if you have any concerns, feel free to message me directly at the School. I’ll do my best to make things great for you.
If you’re on a Groove Pass plan, you can cancel anytime. You’ll still have full access to your courses until your current plan expires.
How do I access my courses?
After your purchase is complete, you will be directed to your login/start page. Scroll down and you will see all of the courses you have enrolled in.
You can then click on the course you'd like to continue and it will open the course video player. Please see the screen recording below for how to access your course and the PDF and MP3 downloads. (There is no audio for this screen recording)
You can then click on the course you'd like to continue and it will open the course video player. Please see the screen recording below for how to access your course and the PDF and MP3 downloads. (There is no audio for this screen recording)
Can I pay in my currency?
All prices at Jazz Drum School are listed in US Dollars, but most credit cards will automatically convert the amount to your local currency—making checkout easy and smooth. Some banks may require a quick confirmation for online purchases, so be sure to check your email or text messages in case any authorization is needed.
Jazz Drum School uses trusted payment platforms Stripe and PayPal to make your payment process smooth and secure. Once your purchase is complete, you’ll be automatically taken to your login start page so you can jump right into your lessons!
Jazz Drum School uses trusted payment platforms Stripe and PayPal to make your payment process smooth and secure. Once your purchase is complete, you’ll be automatically taken to your login start page so you can jump right into your lessons!
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.
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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