Homepage - Tido Holtkamp

Welcome to the official website for Tido Holtkamp, a versatile, dynamic, and musical drummer known for his creative approach to Jazz, Latin, R&B, and Americana styles.

What’s news…

Looking forward to the annual Broadway Benefit concert at First Church in East Longmeadow, MA on November 21st. Last year, the event raised over $30,000 for the Springfield Open Pantry.
The Kenn Morr Band has been getting some great reviews for our latest CD “Still Shining.” Here’s a nice one from The Ark of Music: https://thearkofmusic.com/the-kenn-morr-band-still-shining/
Here’s a nice article from the New London Day on a milestone gig with the Village Jammers: https://www.theday.com/article/20191213/ENT10/191219709.

Tido Holtkamp

“We started our son’s lessons at 8 years old with Tido and Tido always is so patient and kind to him. In addition to teaching him how to read the rhythms really well, Tido allows room for so much creativity and fun. Our son looks forward to his lessons every week.”

-Michele

“Tido Holtkamp is a great drum teacher for our son. He’s knowledgeable, professional and patient. He’s flexible and listens to our son, so creates a stress-free learning environment. As a result our son enjoys his lessons and has fun while also learning.”

-Emma

-Nick

-Anna

“Tido has been teaching me for many years, and through those years I have learned many new techniques of drumming, and have become a better overall drummer. He has been very beneficial to my drumming level within school and playing at home as well.

-Will