TESTIMONIALS

"Adam Hay is a consummate professional. A drummers' drummer - Adam is a living example of the daily hard work and dedication to our craft that one must have in order to stand out from the crowd. Our community is very lucky he has chosen to share his knowledge with us through his teaching practice. If I were starting again today I would choose Adam as my teacher. I am proud to call him a contemporary and friend." Jesse Capon (Berklee College of Music)

"This guy is a SERIOUS drummer. I know, I'm a drummer too, and Adam is very, very solid." Rick Camilleri (President of Sony Music Canada)

"Hi Adam, you're an excellent teacher! I would have run in the opposite direction at the mention of drum notation, but you made it look so easy. It's opened a whole new window for me. Looking forward to many more lessons, I know I'm going to have a great time." D.S.

"Can't say enough about this guy. Hay is too talented for his own good! Ridiculous drummer, unbelievable author, amazing teacher, and one of the craziest, funniest, honest people you'll ever have the chance to meet. He must be stopped." Adam Warner (Royal Wood/Jill Barber/Top Freelancer)

"Whether I've needed help with concrete issues of hand and foot technique, or more ethereal concepts of expression and passion for music, Adam Hay has always been there to guide me on my journey. Adam's an outstanding musician, an inspiring teacher and one of the nicest guys you could ever hope to meet." Matt Bennett (Five Star Trailer Park)

"The thing I appreciate about Adam's teaching method is that he understands the student's end result; he gets what they are trying to understand and accomplish and helps them attain the next level in their drumming." Louie Le Coche (Zim Zum)

"I can?t say enough good things about the high quality drum lessons Adam Hay gives. He practices positive re-enforcement and has always made me feel comfortable during our lessons. I have always felt guided gently but have been ignited with the same excitement and passion that Adam has for drumming throughout my learning journey. His deep knowledge and extensive experience are transferred to his lessons while maintaining the fun factor with the instrument. It has also been a relief to know that Adam is reliable and punctual with his time in all aspects of lessons. I feel lucky to have found such an incredible teacher and mentor. Adam: thank you soooo much for the wicked lessons. It is so fun and enriching to be taught by you. You are really an excellent teacher!" Sarah K.

"The way you play to click, I don't know HOW you do it! ... One, Two, Three, Four, Adam Hay holds it down and more! To my main man!" Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace)

"A F**!ing amazing drummer. SO damn smart. Such an exceptional, special person." Chantal Kreviazuk

"Extremely tasteful drumming." Luke Doucet

"He knows a lot when it comes to Cuban music. More than most people. He picked up the quinto part in guaguanco in only two weeks ... it usually takes people YEARS to learn that!" Blair Richard Martin (Master of Cuban Percussion/Klave Y Kongo/Raving Mojos)

"I've been taking lessons on and off for about 10 years, and my experience with Adam was near the best (with the exception of my private lesson with Dennis Chambers). During my lessons, Adam quickly assessed my skill level and tailored his teaching to match it perfectly. This made for a great learning experience. Also, in my past experiences, many teachers tended to gravitate towards "their" style, which was usually jazz. And while there is nothing wrong with jazz (of which Adam has quite the mastery) and everyone should eventually study this genre, if you want to rock, it's not always the straightest path to your goal. Adam was able to develop practice drills on the spot that helped me master areas that I wanted to learn, in a way that was simple and focused on mastery. All of these were demonstrated in a great teaching environment. He has an A+ level in 5 things as opposed to a D- level in 10. Adam has passion for music and this pours out when you talk to him about percussion or any other aspect of music. He lives percussion ? this is NOT a side job that he does part time. And finally, Adam is one hell of a nice person and a pleasure to be around. So, if you are in Toronto or the GTA, and you are a beginner and want to learn how to play drums or an experienced player wanting to increase your skill, I can't think of a better person to go see. Adam is your guy." Stephen Hailey (Richmond, Virginia)

"Adam is a great drummer and educator. His passion for music and drumming has definitely influenced my playing and helped me to continue to challenge myself." Chris Frenette

"Adam Hay has improved my vision in my painting, we jam i paint he plays, over the last few years i have had to really listen to him play, i make his notes visible, the notes have matured and expanded so i have to use that much more of my brain and soul. thanks brother" Andres Correa (Master Painter)

"A fine player." Tandem Magazine

"Sensational drummer." Cam Fuller (The StarPhoenix, Saskatoon/Winnipeg)

"To All of Adam's Students: - Listen to Adam - Have Fun! - Enjoy every note you play!" Dom Famularo

"To Adam's Students: PATIENCE!! Rome wasn't built in a day. Practice!" Billy Cobham

"Adam's Students: You exist to serve the music. The music does NOT exist to serve you !" Bill Bruford

"To Adam's students: Keep Playing!" Will Calhoun

"To Adam's Students: Be open, be true to MUSIC!!! And PRACTICE *%#!" Derek Roddy

"Talented. Innovative. Killer." Exclaim Magazine

"Adam Hay is THE best drummer I've ever heard in my life." Robyn Sellman (Bleep)

"Great guy. Great Drummer." Jian Ghomeshi (CBC Radio)

"I really enjoy Adam's playing." Mitch Dorge (Crash Test Dummies)

"Adam is extremely talented and a wonderful human being." David Wood

"F---ing Awesome!" Kurt Swinghammer

"Adam is extremely talented and a great teacher. As an instructor he displayed lots of patience and knowledge. I looked forward to our lessons and enjoyed playing my drums with him." - Richard M.

"A remarkable drummer." Steve Pitkin (Elliot Brood)

"To Adam's Students: Play Harder!" Dennis Chambers

"This guy is tall." Juan de Marcos Gonzalez (Buena Vista Social Club/Afro Cuban All Stars)

"A prince !" Daniel Mansilla (I Mother Earth)

"Adam can chop down trees with his bare hands ..." Papo Gonzalez

"I really enjoyed playing with Adam." Basil Donovan (Blue Rodeo/Justin Rutledge)

"Adam LAYS IT DOWN !" Carlos Morgan (Juno Winner)

"Adam is a PLAYER." Neal Busby (Slik Toxic/Juno Winner)

"I loved playing music with Adam, and still to this day think he is one of the most talented mofos around ? without a doubt, placed on this earth to play drums and make music - and I relish our past together." Royal Wood

"Adam has a great feel on the kit." Rick Tait (Juno Winner/Manteca)

"What kind of style is the song? Funk? Rock? RnB ? Samba? Jazz? For Adam, it doesn't matter ?" Julio Jiminez (Cuban Producer/Composer/Arranger)

"Adam was one of the first people I met when I moved to Toronto from Havana. A great player, man." Alexis Baro (Omara Portuondo)

"This guy has got it made." Jay Danley (Son Ache)