Jazz Drumming Lessons For Playing In A Band

Jazz drumming lessons with over 100 pro Jazz drummer tips to play Jazz drums in a band.

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Jazz drumming lessons to play great in any Jazz group. Over 100 pro Jazz drummer tips for better comping, soloing, grooves, feel and a lot more!

The Secrets of Jazz Drumming Course

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This course gives you the real secrets of Jazz drumming, teaching you how to play musically, listen to the band, and respond naturally in any Jazz setting. You’ll learn key techniques like ride cymbal playing, hi-hat control, brushwork, comping, trading fours, and smooth, swinging drum fills.

These Jazz drumming lessons also focus on musical skills like using space, dynamics, call-and-response, articulation, and melody to shape your drumming and connect with the music. You’ll also learn how to recover from mistakes, transition between sections, and choose when to play or leave space.

By the end, you’ll have the confidence, control, and creativity to swing harder, support the music, and play Jazz drums with a natural, expressive feel.

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Learn with a relaxed, step-by-step method at your own pace. Track your progress and see how much you have accomplished! Example below is from the Brushes Mastery Course.
Course Overview
In these Jazz drumming lessons, I walk you through the songs I play on one of my gigs. You'll learn what, how and why I'm playing what I'm playing.

This course has more than 100 tips for how to play Jazz drums in a band and play great with any Jazz group. These are the same tips I have used to become a first call drummer in Seattle, Honolulu and Osaka, Japan, and you can use them too!

  • Drum Lessons Video: 5 hours
  • Drum Lessons: 14
  • Instructor Playing Examples: 6
  • PDF Page Downloads: 6
  • Drum Lab Monthly Drum Class
  • Lessons In 10+ Languages:
    English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, Português, Suomi, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語, हिन्दी

PREVIEW THE COURSE

Here is one of the Jazz drumming lessons on accompanying a piano solo.  You'll learn how to play with the sax, piano and bass in a variety of feels and meters when you enroll in the course. This is an essential course for how to play Jazz drums in a band. 

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The lessons were well-structured and Von's passion for Jazz drumming is infectious. Overall, I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their Jazz drumming skills.
Isabel G.
I bought the the Secrets to Jazz Drumming and love this course. Really well done - lots of great tips - information.
Wayne C.

What is Playing in a Jazz Group?

Playing in a Jazz group is all about how you connect with the other musicians. It’s not just about keeping time. It’s about listening, reacting, and adding your own vibe to the mix while making sure everyone’s in sync.

Why Playing in a Jazz Group is Important

Being able to play well in a Jazz group is a game-changer. You’re not just keeping the beat, you’re supporting the other players, locking in with the rhythm section, and contributing to the overall energy of the band. It makes you a more dynamic and connected player.

How My Course Will Help You Master Playing in a Jazz Band

In my Secrets of Jazz Drumming course, I’m sharing over 100 pro tips to help you play better with other musicians. You’ll learn how to listen, respond, and bring your own creativity to the group. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to fit in seamlessly and play with confidence in a Jazz band!

You can also pick a plan OR Get your lessons forever!

Monthly Groove Pass

$39.95/Month
Jump sticks-first into the exciting world of Jazz drumming with the Monthly Groove Pass! For less than the cost of your monthly coffee habit, you’ll get access to every course and keep your passion swinging strong!
  • Full access to over 300 lessons
  • Ask Von Baron questions anytime
  • Free monthly Drum Lab class
  • Track your drumming progress
  • Try it for a day for free

6-Month Groove Pass

$199.95/6-month
Get all the Jazz drumming courses you need with the 6-Month Groove Pass. Affordable and packed with value, it’s your ticket to nonstop drumming growth!
  • 1 month free!
  • Full access to over 300 lessons
  • Ask Von Baron questions anytime
  • Free monthly Drum Lab class
  • Track your drumming progress
  • Try it for a day for free

Annual Groove Pass

$359.95/Yearly
Explore the universe of Jazz drumming with the Annual Groove Pass. Get access to all courses with an affordable yearly plan designed for your rhythmic journey!
  • 3 months free!
  • Full access to over 300 lessons
  • Ask Von Baron questions anytime
  • Free monthly Drum Lab class
  • Track your drumming progress
  • Try it for a day for free

Total Lessons Course Pack

$435/Forever Access
For just a little more, get all my courses and drum practice tracks at Jazz Drum School for 50% off! Make a one-time investment in your future and drum for life!
  • Only one payment
  • Full lifetime access to over 300 lessons
  • Download over 150 drum practice tracks to play on your own device.
  • Ask Von Baron questions anytime
  • Free monthly Drum Lab class
  • Track your drumming progress

Jazz Drums Total Lessons Pack

Step-by-step online Jazz drumming lessons for all skill levels. Learn from beginner to playing in a band—50% off!

(Includes the Secrets of Jazz Drumming Course)
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The Jazz Drumming Lessons

The most important Jazz drumming skills you need to know!

1. INTRODUCTION 01:21

4/4 Jazz Swing Blues Groove

2. RED'S BLUES - Sax Solo 56:50
3. RED'S BLUES - Piano Solo 11:35
4. RED'S BLUES - Drums Trading 4's 12:23
5. RED'S BLUES (SAX, PIANO, DRUMS SOLOS) 06:44

Jazz Samba Drumming

6. 26-2 - Piano Solo 32:07
7. 26-2 - Sax Solo 11:49
8. 26-2 - Bass Solo 07:56
9. 26-2 - (SAX, PIANO, BASS SOLOS) 06:04

3/4 Jazz Swing and 9/8 (3/4) Afro-Cuban Latin Beats

10. RAIN WALTZ - Piano Solo 37:57
11.  RAIN WALTZ - Sax Solo 10:05
12. RAIN WALTZ - Bass Solo 06:31
13. RAIN WALTZ (SAX, PIANO, BASS SOLOS) 08:01

Straight 8ths/ECM Groove

14. SAIL AWAY - Piano Solo 24:15
15. SAIL AWAY (PIANO SOLO) 03:38

Jazz Ballad Drumming

16. STAR-CROSSED LOVERS - Sax, Piano, Bass Solos 24:45
17. STAR-CROSSED LOVERS (SAX, PIANO, BASS SOLOS) 05:20

4/4 Jazz Swing 16-Measure Song

18. DOXY - Sax, Piano, Bass, Drums 38:48
19. DOXY (SAX, PIANO, BASS, DRUMS SOLOS) 07:14

Conclusion

20. CONCLUSION 00:37

Need a little more help with your Jazz drumming lessons?

Send me a direct message in the School and ask your questions in my monthly Drum Lab class. Just some of the perks for joining Jazz Drum School! 

Von Baron

Jazz drummer, educator, composer

About YOUR TEACHER

Performing regularly on stage and in the recording studio for 35+ years, Von Baron is one of the busiest drummers in Japan. 

Playing with Stanley Jordan, Benny Golson, Eddie Henderson, Geoff Keezer and many others gave Von the opportunity to hone his Jazz drumming skills. 

It's with this real world experience, Von created this course to give you a solid foundation for your Jazz drumming.
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