Watch Elias perform his drum cover of “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars in this studio recording from Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. This was a special song for our studio because Elias requested it, making him the first student to take on “Uptown Funk” at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. The song combines funk, pop, and R&B influences and requires a strong sense of groove, timing, and consistency. At a difficulty level of 5/10, “Uptown Funk” is a great example of how drummers can develop musicality by learning songs that require more than simply playing the basic beat. Elias is a drum student learning at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons in Tooele Valley, Utah. Our students learn real songs while developing timing, coordination, rhythm, fills, dynamics, and confidence behind the kit. Learn more about Elias and his drum journey: Elias's Student Drum Page Learn more about drum lessons in Tooele Valley, Utah: Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons

Sage performs “Hanging by a Moment” by Lifehouse in this studio drum recording from Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons in Tooele Valley, Utah. Sage specifically requested this song, making this the first time a student at our studio has taken on “Hanging by a Moment.” The performance demonstrates the importance of maintaining a steady rock groove while following the song's changing dynamics. Rated 5/10 for difficulty, this is a great song for developing timing, consistency, coordination, and musical awareness. Learn more about Sage: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/sage

Elias performs “Island in the Sun” by Weezer in this studio drum recording at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. With a difficulty rating of just 1/10, this song is an excellent example of how beginner drummers can build confidence by learning complete songs. The original Weezer recording features Patrick Wilson on drums, and the song's controlled, straightforward groove demonstrates an important lesson for developing drummers: playing the right thing at the right time is often more important than playing something complicated. Learn more about Elias: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/eliasd

Earl performs “It's My Life” by Bon Jovi in this student drum performance from Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. Rated 4/10 for difficulty, this song is a great example of a rock performance built around a strong, consistent drum groove. The original recording features Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres on drums and percussion. Earl's performance demonstrates how learning recognizable songs can help students develop timing, coordination, consistency, and confidence behind the drum set. Learn more about Earl: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/earl?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Camden performs the high-energy Alien Ant Farm version of “Smooth Criminal” in this studio drum recording at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. Rated 9/10 for difficulty, this is a demanding drum performance requiring strong coordination, speed, accuracy, endurance, and control. The Alien Ant Farm version transformed Michael Jackson's original into a much heavier rock performance, with drummer Mike Cosgrove delivering an energetic drum part. The drum performance has even received renewed attention from drummers for its technical and musical details. Learn more about Camden: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/camden

Henry performs “Undone – The Sweater Song” by Weezer in this student drum performance from Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. Rated 3/10 for difficulty, this Weezer classic gives a developing drummer the opportunity to work on groove, timing, consistency, and playing along with a complete rock arrangement. The original recording features Patrick Wilson on drums. Learn more about Henry: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/henry

Aiden takes on the extremely challenging “Beggin” by Måneskin in this studio drum performance at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. With a difficulty rating of 9/10, this performance represents a major challenge for an advanced student drummer. The song demands coordination, timing, control, endurance, and the ability to stay locked into a high-energy arrangement. This is the kind of song that pushes a drummer beyond the fundamentals and requires multiple skills to work together during an entire performance. Learn more about Aiden: Aiden's Student Drum Page

Isaac performs “Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash in this studio drum recording at Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons. Isaac specifically requested this song, making him the first student at our studio to take on this Clash classic. Rated 6/10 for difficulty, the song provides a strong rock and punk-inspired drumming challenge while requiring consistent timing and energy. The song was originally released by The Clash in 1982 as part of the album “Combat Rock” and later became an even bigger hit following its 1991 re-release. Learn more about Isaac: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/isaac?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Kohler performs “Best of You” by Foo Fighters in this studio drum recording from Josh Kastleman Drum Lessons in Tooele Valley, Utah. Rated 8/10 for difficulty, this song requires a drummer to combine power, endurance, timing, dynamics, and consistency throughout the performance. “Best of You” is particularly interesting from a drumming perspective because it was performed by Taylor Hawkins, whose energetic playing became an important part of the Foo Fighters' sound. This is a great example of an advanced student taking on a demanding rock song and applying multiple drumming skills to a complete musical performance. Learn more about Kohler: https://www.joshkastlemandrumlessons.com/kohler