DAVID DYKSTRA
CUSTOM MUSIC FOR ADVERTISING, PROMOS, SPORTS & RECORDING ARTISTS
Engaging music for your content
"David brings so much to the table. His creativity, his professionalism, and his shear musical ability. I have been impressed consistently with every project."
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Mike Bloom, Director
With clients including artists, songwriters, publishing companies, production music libraries, ad agencies, and music supervisors, get in touch today to bring your song, brand or production to life.
Offering high-energy, genre-defying tracks infused with energetic beats and global influences, David Dykstra continually pushes the boundaries of modern pop music. As a songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and master percussionist, he brings a unique sound to every project, featuring intricate rhythmic layers, avant-garde sonic combinations, and magnetic beats that captivate audiences.
In addition to his production expertise, Dave excels as a project manager, adept at discovering new talent and assembling teams that highlight each member's strengths.
As a composer and producer, David has landed custom projects for Amazon/MGM Studios, Netflix, American Idol, advertisements for Paramount+, the Grammy Awards, CNBC, and American Express. With Warner Chappell Production Music, Megatrax, and others, he boasts over 2,000 film and TV placements, specializing in sports and network promos. His music has been featured by the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and NCAA, along with network promos for CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and many others.
Growing up in Chicago, David was immersed in classic rock and blues. Always passionate about the authenticity of music, he delivers his powerful groove with a passion to capture the right vibe in any situation.
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Since moving to Nashville and graduating from Belmont University in 2007, David has performed with dozens of artists including Martina McBride, William Michael Morgan, Josh Gracin, Paul Bogart, and many others.
Road
Tested
Studio
Approved
Since 2016, David has performed on hundreds of tracks in the studio and remotely from his home. His high resolution, pro-quality tracks are performed with musicality and authenticity.
If you need a drum track, electro-beat, hip hop beat, or cinematic percussion track, David has your back.
A Heart to Teach
David is a music technology instructor at Belmont University and Nashville State Community College.
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Please connect if you are interested in private drum lessons, music production lessons, or speaking engagements.
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Got a question about your DAW or setting up a home studio? Get in touch about a DAW Consultation.
Speaking
Engagements
Want to hear more? David is available to discuss music technology, the music business, and his road to success. Get in touch to book him at your college or university!
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
David R., Nolensville, TN
Dave’s extensive experience playing with touring artists, studio recording, and music production make him the ideal teacher to encourage and challenge young (…and old, like me) musicians to do their best.
Jenny E., Spring Hill, TN
Mr. Dave is awesome! My kiddo is young, but Mr. Dave has been nothing but extremely patient and engaging with him. In the short few months that he’s been taking lessons he has learned so much and is always excited to come home and show everyone else what he has learned! We are very happy with him!
Chuck Edson, Songwriter
I have done several recording sessions with Dave over the past year and a half and each one has turned out great. Dave always brings in the best musicians Nashville has to offer, both musically and personality wise. The ear he has for quality and sound is second to none.