Jacob Wutzke

Jacob Wutzke is a Montréal based drummer, bandleader, author, composer and music educator. Noted for his exceptional technique, creativity and ability to listen and improvise in the moment, he is an in-demand musician as a sideman and as a leader in the jazz and creative music scenes.

A staple of the Canadian music scene, he has performed and recorded with Caity Gyorgy (2x JUNO Award Winner), Ira Coleman, Jocelyn Gould, Bryn Roberts, Pat LaBarbera, Sam Kirmayer and more. He has also self-published several drum method books to develop technique and phrasing that have become essential practice tools for drummers around the world.

A part of the 2019 Graduating Class of Humber College's Bachelor of Music program, as well as the 2022 Graduating Class of McGill University's Jazz Performance Master's Degree, Jacob is well-established in his local music scenes, as well as across Canada and the USA where he has been seen performing coast to coast at premiere venues, clubs and jazz festivals. He is also a committed music educator and author, teaching private lessons to students worldwide and giving workshops, lessons & masterclasses at high schools and universities in his travels. He teaches students of all levels and levels of experience, many of whom have gone on to enrol in music degrees around the world, and lead successful professional careers.

Jacob’s debut full-length album "Show Yourself" released in February 2023, and his latest venture, a duo recording with saxophonist Lucas Dubovik, will be released in February 2024.

Jacob proudly endorses Evans Drumheads, ProMark Sticks, Pergamon Cymbals, Protection Racket cases, and Cympad felts.