Facu Alvarez | Session Drummer
I'm Facu Alvarez, a session drummer you can count on
Whether it's a tour, a one-off, or a full theatre season, I show up prepared and make things easier for the artist, MD, band, and crew.
About me
I’m a professional drummer based in Melbourne, Australia. With over 15 years of live experience, I’ve played everything from festivals and pop gigs to corporate shows and cruise ship productions. I show up prepared, lock in quickly, and make it easy for artists, MDs, and producers to do their thing.When I’m not behind the kit, I help drummers improve their sight-reading or break into cruise ship gigs.
SIGHT-READING
A clear, focused practice method
designed for real working drummers - cruise ship gigs, theatre shows, and one-take sessions included.📘 Includes play-along tracks
💬 Private Facebook group access
📥 Instant download - for only
$19.98 USD
I didn't always feel confident reading music.
In fact, I nearly lost a cruise ship gig because my sight-reading wasn’t strong enough. That experience pushed me to create this method — something I wish I’d had years earlier.This book breaks the process into three clear steps, with exercises designed to help you read more accurately, more musically, and with more confidence in real-world situations.
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🎧 Play-along tracks and reading charts modeled after real cruise/theatre/show material.💬 Our private Facebook group — ask questions, get guidance, and connect with other working drummers.
Only $19.98
This method is worth way more than the price — but I wanted to make it accessible for drummers who want to get serious about sight-reading without spending hundreds on lessons.
It’s simple, structured, and yours to keep.
ABOUT
I'm Facu Alvarez -
a professional drummer from Argentina. I've been playing live for over 15 years, and I've built my career around one simple goal: to show up prepared, read the charts, and make the music feel good.From 2017 to 2023, I worked as a show band drummer on various cruise lines, backing up production shows, guest entertainers, and big band sets across the world. That’s also where I learned the value of being rock-solid under pressure — and where I nearly lost my job for not sight-reading well enough. That experience pushed me to develop a method that completely changed how I approach reading — and later became my book, Sight Reading Method for Drummers.After settling in Melbourne, I spent several years performing across the local scene — from theatre productions and festivals to pop shows, Latin gigs, weddings, corporate events, and studio sessions. It was a great opportunity to connect with a wide range of musicians and become part of one of Australia's most vibrant music communities.Outside of ships and local gigs, I've co-produced music, written charts, and supported dozens of artists both live and in the studio. I've also built an international following through online lessons, blog posts, and sight-reading resources.These days, I'm back at sea performing as drummer for the Rolling Stone Lounge Band aboard Holland America Line ships, so I spend less time teaching and more time doing what I love most: playing live music and being the drummer other musicians can rely on.
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I’m a professional drummer based in Melbourne, Australia. With over 15 years of live experience, I’ve played everything from festivals and pop gigs to corporate shows and cruise ship productions. I show up prepared, lock in quickly, and make it easy for artists, MDs, and producers to do their thing.
What music directors say
“Facundo is an exceptional drummer and sight-reader. His high-level musical skills make rehearsals run extremely smoothly, and he brings a strong stage presence as a performer.”Nora Hyde, MD
"Facundo is a solid drummer who can execute a wide range of styles and plays with solid time. He always brings his A-game to the bandstand."Coleman Cook, MD
"Facundo shows a great deal of passion for music and performing as part of an ensemble. Having him in any ensemble is a true plus and a positive future."Donla Willis, MD
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Get In Touch!
Whether it’s a theatre show, pop set, or cruise band — I’m always up for new opportunities and happy to chat. If you’re a fellow drummer and have questions about cruise gigs or sight-reading, feel free to reach out too.
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📞 +61 406231915 on Whatsapp