Bentley's Saturday A.M. Drumline

Bentley's Saturday A.M. Drumline

Welcome to the Bentley's Saturday Morning Drumline Information Page

Check out the materials needed for the camp below

Beginners 8:30-10am & Intermediate 10:15-11:45am
Please sign up below, then we will place you in a designated group

This class is designed to help young 6th grade -12th grade beginner/intermediate marching percussionists around the valley develop their skills for all central valley band programs!

This is a non-competitive community group; there is no experience needed! If you're interested, PLEASE READ THE OVERVIEW/GUIDELINES BELOW and fill out the form!

Don't Forget to pick up a Drum Pad, Sticks, & Stand down below!

Overview

  1. $25 per session or $50 monthly Payment will be made directly to D. Thomas Jones. Cash, Check, Cash-app, Venmo, and PayPal accepted. Please type/write "Saturday A.M. Drumline" as the order.
  2. EVERYONE from all high schools // middle schools from around the valley are invited to participate. Bring a friend!
  3. BRING YOUR FAVORITE PAD, STAND, & STICKS! 5 snare pads and 2 quad pads will be provided. (Bringing your own is HIGHLY recommended) We will take up to 25 students per class with students rotating on and off if needed to make sure everyone gets a fair chance to play. There will be no drumming on marching drums due to the drum shop being in a neighborhood. 
  4. FILL OUT & PAY to reserve your spots! These spots will fill up fast!
GUIDELINES
  1. Be respectful of the equipment, facility, instructors, and other drummers and their styles of playing from around the valley. 
  2. Dress appropriate for the weather, bring water, and a binder with page protectors. 
  3. Print out materials sent to you. Music will be sent to you after filling out this form. It is your responsibility to print materials.
  4. Wear the name tag.
  5. Be willing to move around and take turns on the drums/pads.
  6. Listen to others around you.
INSTRUCTORS

D. Thomas Jones - DJ is an experienced percussionist and educator with deep roots in the Central Valley percussion community. A product of Clovis Unified, he excelled in both tenors and snare during his school years, eventually becoming a drumline section leader. DJ went on to perform with the Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band and has since taught and directed percussion ensembles both locally and out of state, most recently earning a high percussion award at Wyoming’s state championships in 2023.

In addition to his teaching, DJ is a talented professional drummer, having performed internationally and recorded with numerous bands. His passion for percussion and dedication to his student's success makes him the perfect person to continue our Saturday Drumline.

For any questions or to connect with DJ, you can reach him at:

D. Thomas Jones (DJ)
Email: saturdaydrumline@gmail.com
Phone: (559) 472-0473


Sign Up by Emailing DJ at saturdaydrumline@gmail.com

Drum pad, Tall Snare Stand, and Sticks are required for these camps.

These are products we recommend. If you have materials close to these they will be fine.

Please Note* These items below will NOT be shipped to you, it will be picked up before your Saturday camp in store.

8 products

  • Vic Firth SRC Corpsmaster Roger Carter Signature Marching Snare Sticks *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Vic Firth SRC Corpsmaster Roger Carter Signature Marching Snare Sticks *IN STOCK*

    Please Note* This item will NOT be shipped to you, it will be picked up before your saturday camp in store. A durable marching stick that plays...

    $13.99 USD
    $13.99 USD
  • Vic Firth SMAP Corpsmaster Signature John Mapes Marching Snare Sticks *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Vic Firth SMAP Corpsmaster Signature John Mapes Marching Snare Sticks *IN STOCK*

    Please Note* This item will NOT be shipped to you, it will be picked up before your saturday camp in store. A balanced diameter and length, coupled...

    $13.99 USD
    $13.99 USD
  • Evans RF12D 12" RealFeel Double-Sided Practice Pad *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Evans RF12D 12" RealFeel Double-Sided Practice Pad *IN STOCK*

    Please Note* This item will NOT be shipped to you, it will be picked up before your saturday camp in store. The Evans RealFeel 12" 2-sided practice...

    $39.99 USD
    $39.99 USD
  • Ahead AHCTPWH Marching Tenor Pad in Black Gum Rubber & Base with White Hoops *IN STOCK*Ahead AHCTPWH Marching Tenor Pad in Black Gum Rubber & Base with White Hoops *IN STOCK*
    Ahead AHCTPWH Marching Tenor Pad in Black Gum Rubber & Base with White Hoops *IN STOCK*
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    Drum Accessory

    Ahead AHCTPWH Marching Tenor Pad in Black Gum Rubber & Base with White Hoops *IN STOCK*

    Here we have a Ahead Tenor Practice Pad ! A perfect practice companion for marching tenor drummers. This pad offers a real counter hoop for rimshots...

    $299.99 USD
    $299.99 USD
  • Vic Firth MSBAG2 Marching Double-Stick Bag *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Vic Firth MSBAG2 Marching Double-Stick Bag *IN STOCK*

    Here we have a Marching Stick Bag to help carry your sticks to practice !  This lightweight stick bag attaches to marching snare drums and holds...

    $36.99 USD
    $36.99 USD
  • Ahead 10" S-Hoop Marching Gum Rubber Snare Pad *IN STOCK*Ahead 10" S-Hoop Marching Gum Rubber Snare Pad *IN STOCK*
    Ahead 10" S-Hoop Marching Gum Rubber Snare Pad *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Ahead 10" S-Hoop Marching Gum Rubber Snare Pad *IN STOCK*

    Here we have the perfect pad for our Beginner/Intermediate players !  A compact snare-sound pad with a comfortable black rubber playing surface and a real counter...

    $67.99 USD
    $67.99 USD
  • Ahead AHSHPB 14" Marching S-Hoop Snare Drum Practice Pad *IN STOCK*Ahead AHSHPB 14" Marching S-Hoop Snare Drum Practice Pad *IN STOCK*
    Ahead AHSHPB 14" Marching S-Hoop Snare Drum Practice Pad *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Ahead AHSHPB 14" Marching S-Hoop Snare Drum Practice Pad *IN STOCK*

    Here we have the most suitable Practice pad for our Intermediate drummers !  A perfect practice companion for marching drummers. This pad offers a real counter...

    $83.99 USD
    $83.99 USD
  • Gibraltar 5706EX Tall Snare/Quad Stand for Practice Pads *IN STOCK*

    Drum Accessory

    Gibraltar 5706EX Tall Snare/Quad Stand for Practice Pads *IN STOCK*

    Please Note* This item will NOT be shipped to you, it will be picked up before your saturday camp in store. Great for orchestra, band situations, and...

    $89.99 USD
    $89.99 USD