Beginner, Intermediate an Advanced students welcome.

I have a studio in South Austin, and I am open to in home lessons as well.

I am 44, and I have been performing since the age of 15. I have played in Jazz, Rock, Pop, Zydeco, Funk, Cover, and Experimental projects. I am a top drummer for hire in town. (I’m the guy you call on short notice when your drummer quits or can’t make it for some reason).

I also play in a Variety band and a classic Rock band.

I have studio experience as well as extensive stage experience.

I am particularly interested in students who are ready to take their stage dynamics and ability to the next level.

I teach from the perspective that:

Some musicians have a large vocabulary, (many chops)

Some musicians have a lot to say, (phrasing and dynamics)

We will work on what you have to say and express and how to say it through this the most powerful and passionate of instruments.

I have also worked for Fortune 500 Company and been in the business world for many years as a consultant and headhunter. You can count or a professional and conscientious experience. I also have many years of experience as a coach and an adult educator.

Check out my website @ http://www.KirkMcDow.com

Rates are $35 per hour at my studio near South First and Ben White, or $45 per hour in your home on your drums.

I love drums and I love teaching.

"Kirk, thanks so much for hearing my cries for help through my playing. What I thought was good, you are helping to make better. Where I thought I had peaked, you raise the bar higher. I love watching you incorporate what we went over into a more complex jam at the end. It's so inspiring to know that's the direction you're taking me."
-Jake

"Kirk's style of teaching is energetic and positive. His passion about drums and his real world experience are fully present when he teaches. In one particular lesson, he had me take a complex rhythm and break it into a concept where it was as simple as walking down the street. Most of all, his lessons translated into real improvement. I highly recommend him."
-Dan

"Kirk is a great instructor who knows how to get the best out of me as a student and performer. He has improved my ability and technique quickly and has noticed great improvement in me which has driven me to do even better."
- Tom

Kirk McDow
512-663-2808