Fundamentals to advanced techniques. At your pace. From a drummer whose tracks get used worldwide—check me out on YouTube.
Call or Text (845) 399-9258
I'm Jim Dooley. I spend my days recording drum tracks that musicians use in their own music, and teaching drums.
I cover a lot of ground, but keep it balanced: technique matters, but the reward comes from making it yours. I give guidance and room to explore—you build your own style, and you feel it when you play with other people.
Lessons happen in my home studio in Eddyville, NY. Two full kits, ready to go—you're behind a real kit from day one.
I can also help with gear. I've built snare drums and an electronic drum kit from scratch—I can help you find the right setup without overspending.
So let's play. Songs I've picked to build specific skills, or bring your own.
Understand notation so you can learn any song and communicate with other musicians.
Apply classic rudiments creatively across the whole drum kit, not just the snare.
Maximize speed and power efficiently. Play longer, hit harder, stay relaxed.
Exercises for the full kit including double kick to develop speed and independence.
Go beyond basic rock beats. Learn to groove in 7/8, 5/4, and more.
Want to see what I do? Check out my work.
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Drum loops and full-length drum tracks for guitarists, bassists, and anyone who needs a drummer. Rock, funk, metal, blues, jazz - all styles covered. Free to jam along with, or download royalty-free from my website.
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Teaching Channel
Drumless backing tracks for practice, technique tutorials, and lesson companion content. Perfect for my students and anyone looking to improve their drumming.
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Extra time to warm up and dig deeper
For those ready to cover more ground
Ready to learn drums? Call or text to schedule your first lesson.
(845) 399-9258Eddyville, NY
(About 4 miles south of Kingston, north of Rosendale)
