Meet Your Instructor

JAKOB ZENZEN

  • Professional Drummer

  • Educator

  • Music Director

Your guide behind the kit. Jakob started playing drums at the age of nine and later studied Jazz/Pop at the Conservatory Maastricht — completing his Bachelor's in 2022 and his Master's in 2024.

80+

Gigs per Year

18+

Years of Playing

2

Degrees (B.A. & M.A.)

∞

Passion for Drums

The Story

Learn From A
Working Professional.

"Drumming is more than playing exercises. It is about understanding music, supporting the band, developing a strong groove, and knowing what to play — and when not to play."

During his studies in the Netherlands, Jakob built a strong foundation as a working drummer — performing in theatre productions, TV recordings, musicals, pop shows, Big Band settings, jazz concerts, and countless live gigs across different genres.

Today, Jakob plays around 80–100 gigs per year and brings real stage, studio, and rehearsal-room experience into every lesson.

Jakob's teaching is shaped by what really matters on stage: solid time, musicality, preparation, reading skills, sound, reliability, and confidence. Whether you are just starting out or want to take your playing to a professional level — Jakob's goal is to help you become a better, more musical drummer.

Professional Experience

Where Jakob
Has Performed.

Theater / Opera - Drummer

  • Musical at Opera Cologne with ca. 30 Shows per Year

  • Yearly WDR TV Recordings at Opera Cologne

  • Guest Drummer at Theater Düsseldorf

Session Drummer / Musical Director

  • MD and Drummer at Rock Tribute Show "Scheinheilig"

  • Drummer for Pop Artist Sebastian Prince + WDR TV Recordings

  • Multiple Jazz Concerts for various Combos

  • MD and Drummer at "Anna - Lass Es Liebe Sein"

  • BigBand Concerts featuring Rainer Witzel & Rob Bruyne (WDR BigBand)

  • MD & Drummer at Rockschlagershow "Schlagerkommando"

  • Concerts featuring Sabine Kühlich (Winner Jazz Montreau)

  • Around 80-100 Live Shows per Year

  • MD & Drummer for multiple Swiss Artists

Business Experiences

  • COO of Rockstar Music Production

  • CEO of entAHRtainment Concert Agency

  • Head of MGMT at Rockstar Entertainment Group

  • Guest Teacher at Conservatorium Maastricht

Teaching Philosophy

What You Will Actually Learn.

⏱️ Solid Time

The foundation of everything. Real groove starts with consistent, reliable time that feels good to everyone in the band.

🎵 Musicality

Understanding how to serve the song, support the band, and make musical decisions in real situations.

📋 Preparation & Reading

Professional skills for the rehearsal room — chart reading, efficient preparation, knowing what to expect on stage.

💪 Confidence

The mental and technical tools to perform reliably under pressure — studio, stage, and everywhere in between.

READY TO START
PLAYING?

Learn from a professional who plays 80–100 gigs a year. Build your groove. Play with confidence.