Mike Michalkow

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Mike & 'JR' RobinsonI have had the great pleasure of working with Mike in a number of ways. We have played drums together in clinics, he has been a drum tech for me multiple times and is a very gifted drummer and clinician. He is on top of today's changing styles and sounds. He can groove!

John Robinson


Dom FamularoMike, I am so impressed with your site. I am a huge fan of your playing and teaching! Having seen you perform at the Vancouver International Drum Festival, I have enjoyed your presentation. You are a seasoned pro! Keep the fire burning and continue to inspire all who cross your path. I look forward to seeing you again this year. Stay well and keep in touch,

Dom Famularo
New York, USA



Mitch Dorge

"Mike has made the trek to where most drummers wish to be..."



Mike has made the trek to where most drummers wish to be, always riding the peak! He has pushed himself, with humility, to contribute a level of greatness to our drumming community. I beam when he says to me that I've contributed something to his learning.

Mitch Dorge
Crash Test Dummies



Mike & Peter Magadini

"...A fine drummer - a well respected teacher"



Hello Mike. It was great meeting you and having you at my house. You have a very fluid motion around the set! I love that! Your students are very lucky to study with you... Stay well and I hope we can play together in Vancouver sometimes!

Peter Magadini
World Renowned Drum
Educator and Author



Chuck Silverman

"...hearing them perform, Mike definitely knows the How and What of teaching."



I'm proud to have Mike as a friend. It's been a pleasure being able to share our love for drumming and music together. As a drummer and percussionist, I've enjoyed Mike's playing ever since we met. As a teacher, comments from his students, and hearing them perform, tell me that Mike definitely knows the How and What of teaching.

Chuck Silverman
World Renowned Drum Instructor and
Modern Drummer Best Selling Author