Introducing Groove Central

Members Only!

This is the next step in the studio’s evolution: Groove Central - an online collection of video lessons, the new online home of Virtual Vinyl, production tutorials, and a whole lot more. This content will only appear in Groove Central and nowhere else. PLUS, GC members will be able to read my upcoming book The Way of the Drum, as it is being written and evolving over time.

For $5/month, GC Members get access to the online content, PLUS deep discounts on live events (i.e our djembe workshops and guest drum clinics).

CURRENT STUDENTS: Join GC, and you will get a $5 credit on your monthly lesson invoices so this is no additional cost to you.

Groove Central

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Groove Central is the studio's members-only online space which features written and video content that does not appear anywhere else.

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Nate Smith Drum Clinic Recap

There is nothing more gratifying than when a plan comes together and things run smoothly. This afternoon, a very enthusiastic group of drummers got a front row seat to a true professional operating at the highest level of the percussion activity - Nate Smith.

Nate was gracious with his time and answered as many questions as time would allow. He performed several solo pieces he wrote for drumset, all of which had clearly defined song structures and conceptual progressions. He played with expert dynamic control and precision. He imparted some very practical, actionable advice about being a professional. It was a GREAT day.

Nate Smith takes the audience on a rhythmic journey….

Special thanks to Zildjian Cymbals, Evans drumheads, Vic Firth drumsticks for their awesome promotional support. Also special thanks to James Boruch for lending the drums from his personal collection for today’s event, and Dan Ciccone and Logan Ritterbeck for helping on the set up and sound engineering.

GrooveFEST Recap - the Video Edition!

The students all did a terrific job last weekend, and this is an opportunity to also thank their parents and guardians and families for their support. Below are the videos from last weekend.

Nate Smith Drum Clinic Sunday, May 21st!

Nate Smith is a drummer, composer, & producer from Chesapeake, Virginia. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming has led to three GRAMMY® nominations and work with esteemed artists, including: Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones, and Somi. Smith fuses his original compositions with an eclectic mix of music, including everything from jazz to R&B to hip-hop to pop.

GrooveFEST Recap

Yesterday was one of the best events the studio has ever had. All of the performers were terrific and the turnout and support from the students’ families and friends was incredible as well.

We heard many different musical genres, from classic rock to country, from jazz to funk and an original composition on drumset to cap off the afternoon.

Video content will follow this week, and below is a gallery of photos from the event. Congratulations to all of our student performers!