Hi, I’m Fred Katz.

I’m a drummer and music educator in Washington, DC. I specialize in introducing people to the joys of drumming together and discovering their powers of creativity using mindfulness.

Drumming With Mindfulness Workshops

With a degree in jazz drumming and music production from Berklee College of Music, and a career spent making and teaching music, I’ve made a lifelong study of drums, creativity, improvisation, and mindfulness. I’ve been leading drum circle workshops and classes since 2016.

Combining drumming with mindfulness allows us to explore how centering, curiosity, and non-judgmental observation can build self-confidence, increase body awareness, enhance creativity, and bring about a greater sense of connectedness.

These drum circle workshops are not only for drummers and would-be drummers, but for anyone who is looking to reconnect with themself and find greater calm, ease, and joy in their life. They are also ideal team-building events which can improve communication, trust, and cooperation among staff members.

in addition…

  • Drum Lessons

    I offer private lessons on drumset and percussion, both in-person and on-line.

  • Performance

    I’m available for engagements on drumset, percussion, and voice.

  • Recording Services

    I can create and record drumset and percussion tracks for any recording project. Other services include:

    • music editing and mixing

    • podcasting and spoken word recording

    • audio-video editing

  • Voiceover Artist

    Coming soon!

I’d love to hear from you. Please reach out with any questions, comments, or if you just want to say hello!