Based in the heart of Europe’s cultural hub, Drumtrainer is THE temple to the art of drumming. Drumtrainer breathes, thinks and sweats rhythm, based on a unique educational system crafted over years by our hand-picked group of trainers, who are also professional drummers. Our system is devoted to helping young players find their unique rhythmic ‘voice’ and developing their passion into a career. T
raining program 12 or 24 months
As a scholar, your program unfolds over a period of 12 or 24 intensive months of focused “grind.” You will be immersed in a mix of contemporary and modern drumming exercises as well as thorough study of a who’s who in drum history. The course will enable you to stand your ground in the music industry and be bang up-to-date on the latest trends. Real teachers from the real world
Its lively community is among the outstanding aspects of the Drumtrainer experience. Teachers are at the core of this collective, extending their networks in the music business, enabling students to benefit from their experience and active links to a range of scenes. Our roster of “masters of the art” hail from across the globe. Together they offer an array of musical styles, giving students a panoramic view across the diverse world of contemporary drumming. In this environment, great, and often lasting, connections are formed between students and the instructors. Students also benefit from being based in Berlin, a beautiful city, abuzz with with culture and excitement. The fact that it remains one of the most affordable capitals in the world makes it the perfect spot to concentrate on your priorities. Here at Drumtrainer we are looking for committed and enthusiastic drummers striving to surpass themselves. In return, we promise to shape your skills, impacting every beat you play.
19/06/2026
Old school, baby❗️😎
This is what Dirk does when a student at the university doesn’t show up 🤩
Starting the day with Tupac Shakur. Can’t be bad. 🎶🔥
Me against the world, mofos 🤘🏻😜🙏🏻
18/06/2026
The new Anywhere Sticks. 🌄🥁
Turns out “anywhere” also includes our kitchen.
My wife disagrees. 😅
17/06/2026
Heaven has become way funkier with you, James Gadson! 🥁✨
Happy 1st Heavenly Birthday to a true legend. This little tribute features 7 classic songs that showcase just a glimpse of the magic you brought to every session.
May you be up there grooving with Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Clyde Stubblefield, Maurice White, Jeff Porcaro, D’Angelo, and all the other funky cats who made it to the great jam session in the sky.
The songs live on. The groove lives on. And so do you. ❤️🥁
16/06/2026
Dirk is jamming with his favorite app, Novation Launchpad. Great loops, percussion, and basslines in all kinds of styles make practicing way more fun.
Stop using only a metronome—it can be boring as f***. 😅
So, what’s your favorite app to jam out with?
14/06/2026
🥁 38. International Drummer Meeting Salzgitter – wir sind dabei! 🌍🔥
In diesem Jahr feiern wir bereits das 38. International Drummer Meeting. Erneut kommen nationale und internationale Stars für drei Tage voller inspirierender Masterclasses und hochkarätiger Konzerte nach Salzgitter.
Mit dabei sind Stanton Moore (USA), Pat Steward (CAN), Simon Gattringer (AUT), Ronnie Burrage (USA), Niklas Kahl (D), Dirk Erchinger (D), Joannie Labelle (CAN), Stephan Genze (D), Dennis „Kira Kyoto“ Vanhöfen (D), PiTTi Hecht (D) und Ben Flohr (D).
Freut euch auf ein Wochenende voller Inspiration, Austausch und großartiger Musik mit einigen der spannendsten Drummerinnen und Drummer der internationalen Szene. 🥁✨
Unser Drumtrainer-Boss Dirk Erchinger fungiert erneut als musikalischer Leiter des Festivals. Drumtrainer Berlin begleitet das International Drummer Meeting zudem seit vielen Jahren als offizieller Kooperationspartner. Eine Zusammenarbeit mit der Stadt Salzgitter, auf die wir sehr stolz sind.
Du möchtest unsere Professional Drummer Ausbildung kennenlernen, unsere Coaches treffen und einen exklusiven Blick hinter die Kulissen von Drumtrainer Berlin werfen?
Dann nutze jetzt deine Chance.
🥁 Lerne unser Ausbildungskonzept kennen
🎓 Erfahre, wie unsere zertifizierte Ausbildung aufgebaut ist
🤝 Triff unsere Coaches persönlich
🔥 Stelle deine Fragen direkt vor Ort
If it wasn’t for this gentleman, the music we know today would sound very different.
Led Zeppelin, Toto, Vulfpeck, and countless other artists would not sound the way they do without his influence, his feel, and his unbelievable groove.
He has played on thousands of records, thousands of songs, and provided the soundtrack to thousands of nights on dance floors around the world—often without people even knowing his name.
A true architect of modern rhythm, a master of pocket and feel, and one of the most recorded drummers in history.
Join us in celebrating and wishing a very Happy 86th Birthday to Bernard Purdie! 🥁🎂👑
Thank you for the grooves, the inspiration, and the timeless music. The world sounds better because of you.
10/06/2026
Deutschlands Groove-Kante und Langzeit-Drum-Pro steht vor einer unmöglichen Aufgabe:
🥁 Dave oder Josh?
🥁 Mitch oder Buddy?
🥁 Elvin oder Tony?
🥁 Bertl oder Curt?
Keine Ausreden. Kein „kommt drauf an“. Keine diplomatischen Antworten.
Wir haben ihn gezwungen, sich zu entscheiden. 😈
Ob wir mit seinen Antworten einverstanden sind? Darüber lässt sich streiten…
Schaut selbst – und schreibt uns in die Kommentare, bei welcher Entscheidung ihr komplett anderer Meinung seid. 👇
Groove
07/06/2026
What makes a city come alive?
Sometimes it’s not the buildings, the lights, or the crowds. Sometimes it’s one person sharing energy, joy, and rhythm with everyone around them.
Our former student from India is doing exactly that. In this performance at Phoenix Mall of the Millennium in Pune, she combines DJing, percussion, and an infectious stage presence that instantly connects with people.
Watching the audience smile, dance, and celebrate together is a beautiful reminder of why we play music in the first place: to create moments, bring people together, and make life a little brighter.
Seeing our students take their passion out into the world and inspire others through music is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.
Keep shining, Siddhi! 🥁✨
03/06/2026
Grooving hard with two students! 🥁🔥
The amazing Derrick McKenzie aka grooving it out with two participants during his masterclass on Disco, Soul and his unique approach to drumming at Berlin Drum Days 2026.
This is what makes our event so special: our participants don’t just sit around and watch — they PLAY! 🤩
Learning, listening, interacting, and making music together is what it’s all about.
A huge thank you to Derrick for an inspiring, entertaining and groove-filled masterclass! ❤️🔥
