Jimmy Calrider

Jimmy Caltrider is a drummer and teacher originally from the New England area. Having started playing at the age 12, he has over 20 years of drumming experience. Jimmy holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Musical Performance in percussion from Keene State College. Shortly after school, he went on to work as a musician and bandleader for Norwegian Cruise Lines for four years. Since moving to Brooklyn in 2021, he has been playing with many different bands and artists at notable venues such as Brooklyn Bowl and Rockwood Music Hall. He has also worked on some off Broadway musicals and seasonally plays with some of NYC’s top wedding bands. While he is able to teach from an academic perspective, Jimmy prefers to use an ear based learning approach and always keep the number one rule in mind… having fun!