A World-Class Drummer with a Passion for Performance and Education
Dan Barman is a powerhouse drummer and percussionist who is best known as a staple recording session and live performer in New York City's downtown creative music scene. His resume boasts collaborations with Grammy-winning producers and recordings for Disney film scores, as well as recordings and tours with acclaimed artists and musical theater productions. From stadium crowds to renowned, intimate jazz clubs and iconic recording studios, Barman brings a deep well of experience, an infectious passion for music, and a unique approach to teaching that ignites creativity and unlocks hidden potential in his students.
Currently, Barman holds the drum chair for the critically acclaimed musical comedy Cindy of Arc, which was a 2023 finalist for the Richard Rodgers Award for Musical Theater, and is on staff with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) where he leads interactive professional development sessions focused on enhancing public school teachers’ abilities for introducing musical concepts into their classrooms.
As an educator with 20+ years in the field, Barman has worked as a touring masterclass clinician for Dream Cymbals and Gongs, served on percussion staff with the University of Oregon, and has empowered aspiring musicians and music teachers across the globe through private and group lessons with an approach he’s coined as “Head, Hands, Heart,” which focuses on developing mental acuity, technical proficiency, and emotional resonance.
In the entrepreneurial realm, Dan's vision extends beyond music performance and education. His ventures, from filing for a patent on a design for an ergonomic drum throne to founding Pro City Rhythm LLC, which leveraged emerging technologies in eCommerce and file-sharing, have redefined global access to recording studios and deepened musicians’ understanding of how their bodies can be optimized for musical performance. These ventures are a testament to his ingenuity and foresight in navigating the evolving landscape of the music and tech industries.
Barman lives with his wife and children in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, where he maintains an active private lesson studio.