Zac Treby School of Drums
Teaching all drummers of all ages how to play and sound like their favorite drummers by training with a live professional band, building real-world performance opportunities, and unlocking the joy of music through an experience that delivers tremendous value both on and off the stage
Serving The Music Community: Featured Upcoming Events 2026
May 31st: Student Drummer Showcase: Drummers Evolution
We are excited to officially invite you to the Annual Student Drummer Showcase, happening on Sunday, May 31th!
This is one of the most exciting events of the year, where our students take the stage to perform and celebrate their hard work, growth, and musical achievements. The showcase is a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment where students gain valuable performance experience and share their progress with family and friends.
Event Details:
Date Change: Sunday, May 31th
Time: 1:00
Location: Zac Treby School of Drums (Note: In the case of Inclement weather, the Showcase will be held at The American Legion Hall down the street from the studio location.
What to Expect:
• Live drum performances in a full band setting from our students
• A professional and encouraging performance atmosphere
• A chance to celebrate everyone’s progress and dedication
• A memorable and fun musical experience for performers and audience alike
All students are encouraged to participate, and family and friends are welcome to attend and support!
Please let me know if you would like to perform, and I will provide preparation guidance to ensure you feel confident and ready. Awards will be handed out after performances.
More details will be shared soon, including arrival times and performance order.
I’m incredibly proud of the progress everyone has made this year, and I look forward to celebrating together on May 30th!
How We Can Serve You
Trial Lessons are available. Sign up for a Trial Lesson and receive a free Video Call before your Trial Lesson. Please Register before September 1st, as Trial Lessons will close for the remaining of the year, due to client volume.
This year in 2026 marks 23 incredible years of serving our community through the Zac Treby School of Drums — and I couldn’t let this milestone pass without saying thank you.
From the very first lesson to now, it’s been an incredible journey helping students grow behind the kit — building confidence, discipline, creativity, and a lifelong love for music. Whether you’ve been with us for years or you’re just discovering us, you’re part of that story.
To celebrate 23 years, I’m giving away Trial Drum Lessons as a gift, ending on September 1st
If you (or someone you know) have ever been curious about learning drums, this is the perfect opportunity to jump in — no pressure, just an inspiring and fun first experience behind the kit.
Here’s what the trial includes:
• A personalized intro lesson
• A quick assessment of goals and skill level
• A simple practice plan to get started
• Time to ask questions and explore what’s possible
If you’d like to claim a trial lesson or gift one to someone, just reply to this email and I’ll get you scheduled.
Thank you for being part of 23 amazing years. The best is still ahead.
Our Outcome Oriented Approach
At Zac Treby School of Drums, every lesson is designed around one question: What do you want to be able to do that you can’t do yet? Our outcome-oriented approach ensures that students don’t just learn exercises—they achieve real, measurable results that translate directly into performance, confidence, and musical independence.
Founded by touring drummer and educator Zac Treby, the program focuses on building the exact skills students need to reach their goals—whether that’s playing their first song, joining a band, performing live, auditioning for college, or developing professional-level technique.
What Students Achieve
Students at Zac Treby School of Drums consistently develop the ability to:
- Perform full songs in any style with confidence and strong time
- Play with live musicians and real bands
- Build professional-level hand technique, speed, and control
- Learn faster and practice more effectively with proven systems
- Develop independence, coordination, and musical creativity
- Prepare for auditions, showcases, and live performances
- Transition from beginner to advanced with clear direction
A Clear Path Forward
Every student follows a structured progression with clear milestones, so they always know what they’re working toward and why. Lessons combine technique, musical application, and real-world performance skills—ensuring students don’t just practice drums, they become drummers.
Whether your goal is to play for fun, perform on stage, or pursue drumming at a professional level, Zac Treby School of Drums provides the roadmap, coaching, and support to help you get there.
Come to Zac’s GIG-READY DRUMMER CHALLENGE and learn how to build a High Paying Career in just 5 days.
Student of the Month
🌟 Student of the Month: Marty 🌟
Student of the Month: Marty Hayward
Marty Hayward has been selected as our Student of the Month in recognition of his dedication, growth, and commitment to his craft. Over the past several months, Marty has shown consistent progress behind the kit, combining strong fundamentals with a deepening understanding of musicality—especially in jazz.
What sets Marty apart is his focus and discipline. Whether working through independence exercises, refining his swing feel, or diving into classic repertoire, he approaches every lesson with intention. His ability to apply feedback and translate it into real musical improvement has been impressive to watch.
A major milestone in Marty’s journey has been his audition for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Academy—a highly respected program known for developing the next generation of elite jazz musicians. Preparing for this audition required not only technical skill, but also a strong grasp of style, time feel, and musical expression. Marty rose to the challenge, putting in the work to develop his phrasing, comping vocabulary, and overall confidence in a jazz setting.
Regardless of the outcome, this audition represents a huge step forward and a testament to Marty’s growth as a musician. Opportunities like this don’t come without serious effort, and Marty has earned every bit of it. Come see Marty perform Mr P.C by John Coltrane at our Spring Student Drummer Showcase on May 31st Live!
We’re proud to have Marty as part of our community and excited to see where his musical journey takes him next.
Mr P.C.
Testimonials
“Zach is an exceptional drum instructor — truly the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of learning from. His encouraging teaching style, inspiring methods, and deep passion for drumming make every lesson both motivating and enjoyable. What stands out most is how much he genuinely cares about the success and growth of his students. I’ve improved tremendously under his guidance and would highly recommend him to any drummer looking to take their playing to the next level.”
— Heng Li ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I started taking lessons with Zac a few months ago, and the improvement in my playing has been incredible. What makes Zac different is that he teaches from real-world gigging experience, not just theory. Every lesson is focused on helping students become confident live players and giving them the tools they need to achieve their musical goals.
Zac is extremely encouraging and does a great job of pointing out strengths in your playing that you may not even notice yourself, while also being honest and constructive about the areas that need improvement. He creates a detailed and personalized plan to help you grow as a drummer and musician.
Beyond being a great teacher, Zac genuinely cares about his students and their success. He even goes out of his way to help students find gigs and transition into playing with other musicians in real-world settings. If you’re serious about improving your drumming and becoming a gig-ready musician, I highly recommend lessons with Zac.
— Matthew Zammit
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I was genuinely surprised at how quickly I improved with Zac’s unique teaching style. From the very beginning, he was able to pinpoint exactly what areas of my drumming needed work and created a personalized plan that delivered real results fast.
When I first started lessons a few months ago, I had absolutely no plans of playing gigs. But Zac’s passion for drumming is contagious, and his encouragement completely changed my mindset. He goes far beyond just teaching lessons — helping with everything from equipment recommendations to reviewing playlists and preparing for real-world playing situations.
If you’re serious about improving as a drummer and want someone truly invested in your growth, Zac is the guy you want in your corner. Much appreciated!
— Daniel Trub
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I started taking drum lessons with Zac a little over a month ago as a complete beginner, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the progress I’ve made already. Zac has an awesome teaching style that’s straightforward, fun, and easy to follow. What really sets him apart is how he structures lessons around your favorite drummers and bands, making every lesson exciting and personal.
Instead of just throwing random exercises at you, Zac teaches the foundational skills every drummer needs through the music you actually love. He explains why you’re practicing certain techniques and connects everything to real musical goals — like learning how to play triplets like Bonham or lock into grooves like your favorite drummers. He somehow makes things like rudiments and metronome work feel motivating and meaningful instead of boring.
Every lesson feels fresh, engaging, and inspiring, and you can tell Zac genuinely cares about helping his students grow into the drummers they want to become.
If you truly want to learn drums and make real progress, go see Zac right now. You’ll thank me later.
— Vic C.
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I’ve been taking lessons with Zac for over a month now, and the progress I’ve made has been incredible. At first, some of the exercises seem simple, and you might even wonder, “How is this going to help?” But trust me — it works. Repetition, repetition, repetition!
My timing and meter have improved tremendously, and my weak left hand has become much stronger and more precise. What really stands out is how Zac shows you exactly how the exercises on the practice pad transfer directly to the drum kit and real playing situations.
I travel over an hour every week for lessons, and it is absolutely worth it. Zac is an amazing teacher who genuinely helps you grow as a drummer. Honestly, this deserves six stars!
— Larry Bishov
Call today for a free consultation to determine if Zac Treby School of Drums is a good fit for you, with a trial lesson offered to accepted students.
Email: zactreby@gmail.com
Phone: 201-887-1407
