Working With Chris: While there are many drummers out there, not all are created equal. Chris DeRosa is a consummate professional: solid, dependable, and easy to work and travel with. He doesn’t drink or use drugs, uses only top-quality gear, and is equally comfortable playing to a click track, working with your DJ, or performing with backing tracks. Primarily a drum set player, Chris is also skilled in hand percussion when the music calls for it.
Chris is available for everything from international tours and one-off sub gigs to studio sessions and soundtrack recordings. He can lay down drums for your song, jingle, or film score at his own CDR Studios, or at a studio of your choice. He can also create custom soundscapes for choreography or film projects, guest lectures at schools, and offers private, one-on-one drum lessons. Perhaps most importantly, Chris brings peace of mind. He can assemble and manage a band of seasoned professionals, organize and run rehearsals, and keep artists focused on what truly matters. Fluent in a wide range of musical styles, Chris brings versatility, creativity, and reliability to every project.Chris's musical strengths and influences are wide-ranging, giving him a lot to bring to the table. If you’ve got a project in mind, shoot him an email with your info, goals, and budget - because when we work together, anything is possible.
CDR Studios was designed by Chris DeRosa and Chris Harmaty and custom built by Harmaty’s company, Audio Structures - the same team behind Alicia Keys’s "Jungle City" and legendary NYC studio "Sorcerer Sound." Located in the DUMBO section of downtown Brooklyn, CDR Studios is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a rehearsal space, drum tracking studio, and private drum teaching studio.
Rehearsal Studio: CDR Studios offers a professional yet relaxed environment where artists - singers, songwriters, and bands - can write, rehearse, and prepare for live shows or recordings. Chris is passionate about helping artists grow and bring out their best performances. In addition to facilitating rehearsals, Chris can act as your Musical Director (MD) - helping you communicate effectively with your band, run rehearsals smoothly, and even book top-tier musicians from his extensive network.
Drum Tracking Studio: Chris has realized his dream of building a cutting-edge drum tracking facility right in NYC. At CDR Studios, he can create and record custom drum and percussion parts for your album, demo, jingle, or film - then deliver them to you via secure file transfer, wherever you are in the world.
Private Teaching Studio: As a lifelong musician and educator, Chris DeRosa is passionate about passing the torch to the next generation. His one-on-one private drum lessons go beyond the traditional weekly format. Rather than simply assigning material and waiting for your return, Chris focuses on teaching you how to teach yourself - empowering you with tools for long-term growth and independence. Whether you’ve been practicing all week or haven’t touched the drums, you’ll leave each lesson as a stronger drummer and more complete musician.
Soundscape Creation For Film And Dance: With years of experience collaborating with top choreographers in New York City and abroad, Chris brings a unique sensitivity and creativity to the world of soundscape creation for dance and film. His ability to connect movement with sound comes from a deep understanding of how audio can elevate visual storytelling. Chris believes that when sight and sound come together, both mediums are amplified - creating a more immersive and powerful audience experience. His drumming can be traditional or completely outside the box, depending on the artistic needs of the project. He thrives in this space and welcomes new creative challenges. If you're working on a film, choreography, or multimedia project, feel free to reach out and explore the possibilities.
At CDR Studios, Chris has built a comfortable, inspiring environment equipped for recording, rehearsing, teaching, and creating. The space features top-tier gear, a variety of high-quality mics and amps, and everything needed to support professional-level musical work (see gear list below). With decades of experience as a performer, teacher, and recording artist, Chris works patiently and passionately to help artists achieve their musical goals and find success on their own terms. Please feel free to contact Chris to learn more about any of the services he offers.
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Chris has a huge array of custom made and stock drums, cymbals, percussion, and hardware to choose from. Some manufacturers include Eames, Sabian, Yamaha, Brady, Drum Workshop, Sonor, Gretsch, Slingerland, Wuhan, RhythmTech, World Max, Meinl, and Latin Percussion. |
To hire Chris for live or studio work send an e-mail to: chris at chrisderosa dot com