Jazz Drumming Made EasyTM

Stop struggling with Jazz drumming. Use my proven method to feel comfortable, confident, and in control behind the drum set. 

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500 happy drummers from 32 countries and counting!

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Scott S.

"Von's lessons have given me a ton of confidence as a drummer." 

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Ferdinand H.

"Your material, clear teaching and fantastic playing are the best I've found!"

  • Strong Drumming Independence

  • Creative Freedom

  • Comping Confidence

  • Brushes Mastery

Do these sound familiar?

  • “I just want to be able to sit in at a Jazz jam session and not feel like I’m embarrassing myself.”
  • “I want to be able to comp naturally and not overthink every note.”
  • “I hear what great drummers do, but I can’t quite get it into my hands and feet.”
  • “I’d love to solo and trade 4s without panicking.”
  • "I'm always getting lost and don't feel like I know what's going on with the music."
  • “I feel like I’m guessing every time I pick up brushes.”
  • “If I could just play well enough to hold my own in a real Jazz setting, I’d be happy.”
  • "I'm trying to learn Jazz drumming on YouTube but it's overwhelming and confusing."

Instructor Von Baron

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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, Shelley 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!

Lifetime and Monthly Access

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All 15 Courses + Drum Lab

  • 70 Hours of Instruction
  • 300+ Lessons
  • 130+ Pages of Lesson PDF’s
  • 150+ Drum Practice MP3 Downloads
  • Lessons In 9 Languages: English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語
  • Lifetime access to all courses & lessons
  • Ideal for long-term drumming growth

Jazz Drums Total Lessons Course Pack

Master Jazz drumming step by step, from your first beat to the stage. Jazz independence, comping, brushes, soloing, drum fills, Latin and Brazilian beats, fast Jazz and tons more! LIFETIME ACCESS to all courses & lessons at Jazz Drum School and over 150 practice songs. Feel comfortable, confident, and in control behind the drum set!

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All 15 Courses + Drum Lab

  • 70 Hours of Instruction
  • 300 Lessons
  • 130+ Pages of Lesson PDF’s and
  • 105 Drum Practice MP3 Downloads
  • Lessons In 9 Languages: English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語
  • Monthly access to all courses and lessons
  • Try it free for a day!
  • Cancel anytime

Monthly Groove Pass

Start your Jazz drumming journey with the Monthly Groove Pass! Get MONTHLY ACCESS to all courses & lessons at Jazz Drum School and start building your Jazz drumming skills!

Try A Lesson

Here's a lesson on my Off-Beat Jazz drum set comping exercises. Enroll in the Total Lessons Pack or Monthly Groove Pass 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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The Jazz Drummer You'll Become

Drumming With Independence

Step-by-step lessons that build true four-limb independence through real musical playing, not just dry exercises.

Comping, soloing, and keeping time will all become second nature, so you can focus on making music!

Speaking Jazz Language

Lessons that focus on Jazz phrasing and building a personal rhythmic vocabulary.

You’ll go from copying licks and grooves to creating your own voice. You’ll know exactly how to lock in with the music and truly feel like you're part of the band!

Playing With Real Jazz Feeling

Learn ride cymbal flow, dynamic control, Swing, other feels and conversing with the band.

You won’t just imitate Jazz, you’ll live it behind the kit. Your playing will feel natural, relaxed, and locked in, making the whole band sound and feel better!

Lock It In. Learn It. Live It.

Step 1

Enroll In Total Lessons or Groove Pass

Choose Lifetime or Monthly Access to lock in your lessons. Start quickly and easily.
Step 2

Follow Step-By-Step Lessons

Build solid Jazz drumming skills with a proven, structured system that actually works.
Step 3

Enjoy Your Jazz Drummer Status!

Groove with authority and take your place behind the kit at jam sessions, rehearsals or on stage!

What Students Say

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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!

Big Growth

"Von's courses helped me grow as a drummer tremendously."
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Smitty W.
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Go Professional

"Von's lessons are clearly explained and remarkably informative. I've gone from a rusty drummer to a professional who works regularly." 
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Jonathan M.
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Get Better

"I learn, I practice, I get better and I love it! Thanks!"
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Watch Jazz Drum School Students Play

Drummer: Jukka Savolainen - Finland
Drummer: Constant Kiffer - Luxembourg

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.

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

Message Me Anytime With Questions

Use the Jazz Drum School message system to reach out to me anytime with your Jazz drumming questions.

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Rick T.

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.

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.

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 the Total Lessons Pack has a lot of downloads, I don’t offer a trial for the lifetime purchase. Some students start with the Groove Pass, which comes with a one-day free trial. That way, they can explore everything first.  Then they either switch to the Total Lessons Pack 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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Total Lessons Course Pack

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