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I’ve been teaching for decades.

  • Online lessons

  • One on one

  • Group masterclasses

  • Group/band clinician

  • Percussion Clinics

  • Speaking Engagements

  • All ages

  • All experience levels

  • Different styles & genres

  • With sticks, mallets or your hands

  • Ongoing lessons or even a one-time consultation.

About Damon

Damon has recorded on Grammy-Nominated albums for Joe Louis Walker & Randy Rainbow. He also worked with Madonna on her Super Bowl halftime show, tour, & DVD premiere. As a professional side-person, Damon has performed around the world, and worked across many genres with world-class musicians including: Mary J. Blige, Charlie Hunter, Morgan James, David Ryan Harris, Eric Hutchinson, Javier Colon, Erich Bergen, Norbert Leo Butz, Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez, Stefon Harris, & countless others. He has played in the house band for American Idol, and benefits supporting the ACLU, Gods Love We Deliver, Broadway Loves ..... and several others.

Damon, as well as his group, The Damon Grant Project, have been featured in Modern Drummer and Latin Beat Magazines and performed in London at the gala event for the 2012 U.S. Olympic team. He was a member of the 10-time DCI World Champion, Cadets Drum Corps, and with them, performed at the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. Damon was also a member of the group The Bomb Squad which was featured in People Magazine and won an American Music Award. He was an original cast member of the show Blast! which won both an Emmy and a Tony award.

“It’s difficult to find someone with as varied a skill-set and teaching career as you do
with Damon. He is not only the complete percussionist, he is the complete musician.”
— Ian Hale, Associate Director of UMass Amherst Marching Band
“Damon gave an insprirational clinic at the University of Michigan that showcased his exceptional expertise and taught our percussionists how to contribute seamlessly In any musical setting.”
— Doug Perkins Director of Percussion at the U of Michigan

I’ve done clinics and masterclasses for students of all ages and musicians of all experience levels. I’d love to come help out and not only educate, but inspire people to move their career forward while also setting themselves up for the future!

Feel free to reach out to set up a virtual or in-person clinic today!

Clinic Performance & Speaking Topics

  • What are the Available Jobs?

  • Development of Limb Independence (Exercises/Techniques)

  • Mastering Your Craft Through Education

  • Tools (Gear/Endorsements/Electronics etc.)

  • Getting & Keeping Gigs (Working with Artists/MDs etc.)

  • Other (Music Related) Jobs

  • ''Off The Stage'' - Business/Finances/Team/Health & Relationships

  • Useful Apps For Your Devices

  • Other Organizations (Unions/PAS/PROs, etc.)

  • Q&A

“Everything from Damon’s performance, knowledge, and professionalism during his clinic was world-class.”
— Joshua Simonds, Exec Director of the Percussive Arts Society
“Damon Grant is more than an extraordinary artist; he’s a captivating presenter. Having had the pleasure of featuring him multiple times at the DIY Musician Conference, Damon consistently brings a wealth of industry expertise, enthralling storytelling, and
an exceptional knack for connecting with our community.”
— Cristina Cano, Events & Community Manager of the CD Baby DIY Conference

Get the Gig,
Keep The Gig!

Damon spoke at a DIY Musician conference. The seminar was dedicated on being a more successful side-person or session musician in a post-pandemic climate. There are plenty of helpful hints and tips to help you become more employable. You can read and download the notes below!