Dave LaSalata - Drummer and Teacher

01/21/2026

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12/31/2025

A few pics if my 1982 Pearl G-Series Keller maple drum set. This set has OEM Japanese hardware like all Pearl drums did in the 80’s but the drums were actually made in Nashville USA!!! So it’s an American kit! I have the original badges so l was able to get a letter of provenance from the good folks at Pearl off the serial numbers. Thinking of selling them but hard to let these babies go.

Big shout out to John Soltanas and Dave Coppola!

09/24/2025

Our 2025 Student Recital is only a week from this Sunday.

Not doing anything Sunday afternoon Oct. 5th @ 2pm? Why not spend a couple of hours supporting some very cool young drummers and the Southbury Volunteer Fire Department as well. It's going to be a boss recital.

08/28/2025

DLasDrums will be hosting its 2025 Student Recital on Sunday October 5 at 2pm at the Southbury Volunteer Fire Department Hall. All proceeds from this event will benefit SVFD.

Check out the informational link below and please join us. It will be a great afternoon showcasing some of the finest young drummers in our area.

2025 DLasDrums Student Recital On Sunday October 5, 2025 we will be hosting our 2nd annual student recital. Tickets are $15.00 (kids under 12 are free). All proceeds from our recital will benefit the Southbury Volunteer Fire Department. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance please c...

08/14/2025

From the guys at Precision Drum. Generally not a big fan of the color BROWN. But boy oh boy is this a pretty set or what?

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Kit with Maple rims.

08/06/2025

Busy music schedule. Love it!

Tonight Aug 6 - MACALAS - The Music of ELP and Beyond at Middlebury Concert Series

Aug 22 - Capricorn - Allman Brothers Tribute at The Sunset Grille

Aug 29 - MACALAS - The Music of ELP and Beyond at Woodbury Brewing Company

Sep 3 - MACALAS - The Music of ELP and Beyond at Daryl's House Club

Sep 6 - MACALAS - The Music of ELP and Beyond at Bethlehem Fair. 4pm - Main stage.

Sep 12 -MACALAS - The Music of ELP and Beyond at The Sunset Grille

Sep 13 - Capricorn - Allman Brothers Tribute at Housatonic River Brewing

Oct 5 - DLasDrums 2025 Student Recital. Southbury Fire Department Hall.

06/18/2025

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Precision Drum Company offers high quality Delmar wraps for DIY drum restorations, as well as re-wrap services, with over 60 years of experience. See our website for color choices and details.

06/09/2025

I've been wanting to cover this Tull song for years. A rainy day and a Monday - so why not.

02/26/2025

While attempting to book a show at Daryl's House for MACALAS, I just noticed that a picture of yours truly made the front page (top row) of Daryl's House band picture gallery. And they don't feature many drummers in their gallery. Pretty cool...

Photo collection by Daryl's House Club

02/24/2025

Ok. We’re down the the four final wraps

Left to Right (as pictured)
- Charcoal Pearl
- Green Glitter Pearl
- Dark Blue Marine
- Red Sparkle

If you see this post, let me know which of the finishes you like best. BTW - the rims and hardware are BLACK. It makes a difference.

02/20/2025

Next on the bench for a complete overhaul - my yellow Tama set. Brother Bill liked to call this set the “Old Yellers”. Some great Capricorn gigs with this kit.

Can’t wait to show them to ya’ll when they’re done. Wait until you see the new finish!

02/13/2025

Current restoration project -
'73 Rogers Dyna-sonic custom snare.

This snare has been on the shelf for over 35yrs. It’s in great condition for being 52 yrs. old. I can’t wait to finish it and start playing it again.