Drum Lessons in Houston with Jazz Drummer Mike Henry
I have been studying with Mike for a few years. I could't even play a decent roll and was having trouble moving around the set. Mike broke the process down layer by layer,but more importantly, he showed me a way to be able to solve future issues myself. His layering process, as he calls it, really works! His enthusiasm and patience in t
I have been studying with Mike for a few years. I could't even play a decent roll and was having trouble moving around the set. Mike broke the process down layer by layer,but more importantly, he showed me a way to be able to solve future issues myself. His layering process, as he calls it, really works! His enthusiasm and patience in teaching me the drum set keeps me coming back for more.
Mark Griffin

I really appreciate the lessons and the opportunity I was given to study with you, during my visit from California. Mike, you have helped me in so many ways.I look forward to studying with you again when I come back to Houston. I hope you continue to do what you love! Lauren S.
In June 2017, I wanted to improve my basic drum skills because I had the opportunity to play in two bands. I had had lessons 15 years ago, but I hadn’t been playing for a long time.
Mike was as very helpful in getting me back into drumming. We worked on specific songs I had questions about, but we also practiced basic stick and reading te
In June 2017, I wanted to improve my basic drum skills because I had the opportunity to play in two bands. I had had lessons 15 years ago, but I hadn’t been playing for a long time.
Mike was as very helpful in getting me back into drumming. We worked on specific songs I had questions about, but we also practiced basic stick and reading techniques.This lead me to also wanting to learn brushes. Now I am interested in jazz drumming. Mike is very experienced as a player and a teacher and he has taught me not only how to work through a drum chart, but also give me countless tips about the drummer’s role in a band setting.
Whether you are a beginning drummer or someone who has hopes of playing in a band soon, I highly recommend taking lessons from Mike Henry.
Doug Jantz
My goal as a teacher is to guide my students in exploring music layer by layer, in a relaxed and natural manner that resonates with the musicality of the drum set. I believe that as drummers, we should strive to be well-rounded musicians who express ourselves through our chosen instrument, the DRUMS
NEWS! Look for me playing around town with these great groups, the Luxury Trio and the Mike Douglas Trio.
Can you teach me to read music and drum notation?
YES,
It is not as hard as you think!
Can I learn how to play brushes?
YES,
I love playing with brushes; in fact, it is one of my specialties and the reason I often get called for piano trio gigs.
Do I have to learn rudiments to be a good drummer?
NO
However a solid working knowledge of the basic rudiments can really open up your ability to solo and can be applied very creatively on the drum set.
Looking for drum set lessons near me? You've come to the right place!