Drum Lessons and Performance
Adrian Van Batenburg is a professional drummer and music educator with over 20 years of experience based in Seattle, Washington. With over two decades of experience teaching and performing, Adrian brings a vibrant, upbeat energy to his students, tailoring his approach to cater to all backgrounds and skill levels.
He holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from the prestigious University of North Texas, a foundation that fuels his versatile approach to the drumset. Adrian’s educational method focuses on developing deep listening skills, precise technique, sight-reading, and personal expression across a wide array of genres—including Jazz, Rock, Pop, and Country. His lessons are designed to be fun, engaging, and dedicated to bringing out the unique potential of each student.
For more than ten years, Adrian has led his own band, Gems, and is active in the Pacific Northwest music scene across a variety of diverse projects such as Seattle Rock Orchestra, various pop shows, jazz groups, country music and musicals. His musical influences span generations and styles, from the legendary jazz swing of Art Blakey and Tony Williams and the iconic rock grooves of Ringo Starr and John Bonham, to modern innovators like Questlove, Tré Cool, and contemporary like Anika Nilles.
What students Say
Adrian has been my teacher for over 10 years, and he is amazing at what he does. He is an incredibly talented and experienced professional drummer and teacher. He truly cares about his students, and adapts his teaching strategy to every student's learning pattern. He is an incredible listener, even over Zoom he can see and hear tiny details or issues in student's technique and effectively correct the problems. And he is very very patient and constructively direct with feedback, but also is very motivational with his positive feedback. All these things make me WANT to be a better drummer. I would highly recommend Adrian as a drum teacher.
-- Sabina H.
Services
Private Lessons
One-on-one sessions focused on foundational skills, stylistic nuance, and personal expression. Curriculum is crafted around your goals, whether that’s mastering scales, shaping tone, or preparing for auditions.
Performance and Recording
Adrian plays a variety of styles from pop to jazz to country.
Performance Preparation Program
Holistic support for upcoming gigs, recitals, or studio sessions. We address stage presence, repertoire selection, and mental readiness to ensure you deliver your best performance.
Your Questions, Answered
Do I need any prior experience to start lessons?
No prior experience is necessary. We welcome absolute beginners and will tailor the first sessions to build a solid foundation at a comfortable pace.
How are lesson plans structured?
Each plan begins with a consultation to understand your goals, musical tastes, and schedule. From there, we design weekly milestones and select practice materials that evolve as you progress.
Can you provide an invoice for my organization?
Absolutely. We regularly issue detailed invoices for schools, community groups, and corporate clients upon request so you can keep your records in order.