Melbourne, Australia
Dave D’Amore
Drummer. Session musician. Educator.
Acoustic drum recording for your next release.
Private lessons for your next breakthrough.
About Dave
I'm a Melbourne-based professional drummer with around 30 years of experience, performing everywhere from intimate venues to major festivals and recording studios. My musical roots lie in progressive rock, metal and alternative music, with influences spanning fusion, funk and jazz. I'm drawn to rhythmic complexity, but feel, dynamics and musicality always come first.
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Beyond performing, I'm passionate about recording, production and the creative process. I also play and write music on guitar and bass, and have experience in recording and mixing, giving me a broader understanding of how instruments work together within a song. Whether developing drum parts from scratch or bringing an artist's existing ideas to life, I approach every project with the bigger musical picture in mind.
Education has also been a major part of my journey. I spent seven years running my own drum school in Cairns, teaching over 50 students alongside my work as a performing and recording musician. My teaching focuses on developing strong technique, coordination, rhythmic understanding and creativity, helping students build confidence, musical independence and their own voice behind the kit.
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Campbellfield · Melbourne's Northern Suburbs
Personalised, one-on-one drum lessons for beginners through to advanced players aged 10+. Develop your technique, timing, groove and musicality with lessons tailored to your goals and musical interests.
30 years playing 7 years teaching 50+ students
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Professional Drum Recording
Melbourne · Remote recording worldwide
Professional acoustic drum recording for artists, bands and producers. From powerful rock grooves to intricate progressive arrangements, every performance is tailored to the music.
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