Jesse Shultzaberger - Drummer
Jesse Shultzaberger is a professional musician who plays with numerous bands and artists including The Woodshedders, Ginada Pinata, Kelly Carmichael, Deep Swell, The Randy Thompson Band and his own group The J.S. Jazz Assembly. Jesse has appeared on over 30 albums and has performed thousands of shows.
Jesse is a drum teacher and author of drum method book “Foundations of Drumming”.
Available for tours, sub-work, studio sessions, lessons and remote tracking. Feel free to contact him at jshultzab@gmail.com
Study drums with me.
Now offering private one on one drum lessons via Zoom. A limited number of in-person lessons are available at my private studio in Shepherdstown, WV. I teach all styles from rock to jazz, percussion, drumline and more.
Rates
30 minute online lesson $35
60 minute online lesson $70
60 minute in-person Lesson $80
Growing up in a musical family, Jesse’s path began at a young age, playing trumpet and drums. In high school Jesse played for the marching and jazz bands then later went on to earn a BFA at Shepherd University where he played for the Shepherd Big Band and Combo Band. Jesse began teaching drums in 2000 and has taught hundreds students from beginner to advanced levels in all styles including rock, jazz, funk, country, concert, marching band, percussion and more. In 2016 he released his drum method book “Foundations of Drumming”. Jesse is a member of the Sabian Education Network and the Virginia Folklife Train program. Along with private lessons, he works with area school jazz bands and has taught music to developmentally challenged students.
Teaching Testimonials
"My son loved his private bongo lesson & as soon as the class ended, Jesse sent a practice sheet that my son has been using daily. Highly recommend! We signed up for another class..."
"Really enthusiastic, great follow-up (sent us some music and answered questions) and paced it right for my daughter who had no experience drumming but was very keen!"
"This has been a great experience for my daughter. Mr Shultzaberger is a very good and experienced teacher. He met my daughter where she is at in her skill level. We will be taking more classes with him."
"Our son digs Jesse. His energy is very chill yet fun and it is obvious that he cares for his students' success. Signing up for another package!"
Foundations of Drumming is available at BookBaby.com
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Foundations Of Drumming
Overview
This is an excellent beginner to intermediate drum instruction book, covering basic rudiments, rock, swing, and shuffle beats, drum fills and more.
Description
Everything great starts with a solid foundation, whether it's a building, a band, or a song. Foundations of Drumming gives you the tools to start building your musical foundation. This book takes you from basic rudiments and fundamentals, to rock, swing, shuffle, drum fills and more. Professional drummer and teacher, Jesse Shultzaberger, has laid out the progressive steps for you to develop your technique and style.
Reviews
“A solid foundation to begin learning the drums, written by a skilled drummer and expert teacher. Excellent drum instruction manual.”
“This book is great for any and all levels. I would definitely recommend this to all drummers, from beginners to advanced.”
“Not a review of the book (just ordered) but a review of the drummer. Been playing bass for over 30 years and have sat in with Jesse on improv jam sessions. He has a natural breath to his playing that I've not come across in too many drummers. It flows from him.”
“Jesse is a great drummer himself! I've seen first hand and this book will help you become a great drummer. You can tell he knows his stuff! Great book and I totally recommend it!”