About Jason

Hey, Jason here. I am the founder of J Music where we teach adults how to play the drums they have always longed for.

I began teaching drums in a music school over a decade and a half ago as a way to supplement my income while studying.

I was teaching students of all ages, but after two years on the job, I noticed a significant gap in the drum education industry that needed to be addressed.

There seemed to be a lack of drum schools dedicated specifically to teaching adults in a simple and authentic way.

Most schools primarily catered to children, and as a result, adults often felt left out or uncomfortable in that environment.

It became clear to me that adults have distinct learning needs and preferences compared to children.

They desired a curriculum that was less rigid but still systematic, allowing them the flexibility to explore their musical interests and play more songs between lessons.

Additionally, many adults were too shy or self-conscious to attend classes in a school dominated mostly by children.

I discovered my true calling: to educate adults by providing a conducive and supportive environment for their drumming journey.

Recognising this gap, I discovered my true calling: to educate adults by providing a conducive and supportive environment for their drumming journey.

With this vision in mind, I made the decision to leave my previous school and founded J Music, Singapore’s first adult-only drum school.

At J Music, I embarked on a mission to bring a fresh perspective to adult drum education.

I developed an entirely new system tailored to the unique needs of my adult students so they can fully experience the joy of learning the drums.

Here are some of the key elements that set J Music apart:

Original Learning Materials: I personally wrote the J Music textbooks from scratch to ensure they are specifically designed for adult learners. These materials provide a solid foundation and guide students through their musical development.
Enhanced Audio Tracks: Voice count and click tracks are added to the audio tracks to make it easier for students to follow along and maintain rhythm and timing while practising.
Extensive Collection of Drum Scores: Recognising the diverse musical tastes of students, we transcribe drum scores from almost every genre. This allows students to explore and learn the music they love and expand their musical horizons.
Personal Support: We provide detailed lesson notes for each student after every lesson and follow up with them regularly to ensure their learning progress continues outside the classroom.
Performance Opportunities and Self-Evaluation: To facilitate growth and promote camaraderie among students, drum recitals are held once a year. Students are also taught how to film their own drum covers so they can review and analyse their performances and share their passion with others.

My ultimate desire is for drumming to be deeply rooted in your everyday life, regardless of your age or musical background.

My ultimate desire is for drumming to be deeply rooted in your everyday life, regardless of your age or musical background.

That’s why I chose the name J Music, with the “J” standing for Jason, as this endeavour is deeply personal and represents my lifelong mission to spread the love of drums to all adults.

If my story has inspired you to embark on your own drumming journey, I encourage you to book a trial lesson with us today.

My dedicated team and I look forward to sharing our knowledge, expertise, and passion for drums with you.

Together, let’s make drumming an enriching and fulfilling part of your life.

Did You Know:

My Sundays are dedicated to worshiping the Lord at church.
I’m a proud father of two boys and blissfully married to a wonderful woman.
I have a huge interest in photography.
I’m obsessed with Japan and Japanese music, and I plan to learn Japanese when I retire.
I studied drumming under Mr. Jimmy Lee, a renowned drummer in Singapore.
I’m a huge fan of Teddy Campbell, Senri Kawaguchi, Tamu Murata, Jost Nickel, Gavin Harrison, the late John Blackwell and Anika Nilles.