Thomas Gindl – Drummer
Thomas Gindl is a drummer, musician, arranger and musical director from the greater Vienna area. He is based in the Weinviertel (Mistelbach district) in Lower Austria, just north of Vienna. He is available for live shows, studio work, dep work, arrangements and backing vocals, and he is the musical director and creative lead of The Jetset Society.
This profile is for bands, artists, organisers and productions looking for a professional drummer – with live experience, stylistic range, strong reading skills and a reliable, professional approach.
Beyond drums and studio work, Thomas Gindl also offers musical direction, custom arrangements for different lineups, backing vocals and, if needed, support with sound and lighting.
- Thomas Gindl is a drummer, musician, arranger and musical director from the greater Vienna area.
- Available for live shows, studio work, dep work, arrangements, backing vocals and musical direction.
- He comes well prepared and works reliably with setlists, sheet music, click requirements and technical setups.
- He is also behind the musical concept of The Jetset Society.
Services
- Stepping in for absent musicians – at short notice or planned well in advance
- Live drums for events, shows and productions
- Studio musician for drum recordings
- Fast preparation of new shows, setlists and running orders
- Musical direction and running-order coordination
- Arrangements for different lineups
- Backing vocals and vocal harmonies
- Technical support with sound, lighting, monitoring and a digital mixer
When is Thomas Gindl the right choice?
When a drummer is needed at short notice or booked well in advance – one who slots quickly into setlists, running orders and existing bands.
For drum recordings, structured preparation, rock-solid timing and grooves that suit a wide range of styles.
For projects where the running order, transitions, dynamics, lineup and overall musical impact need thinking through alongside the drums.
For projects that need prepared arrangements, vocal harmonies, backing vocals or a clear musical structure for different lineups.
Drummer for ball bands, dance bands, cover bands & more – dep work in Vienna, Lower Austria & Burgenland
Alongside The Jetset Society, other bands book Thomas Gindl as a dep drummer or a permanent member – for one-off dates, whole seasons or projects. The focus is on Vienna, Lower Austria and Burgenland, with dates across Austria depending on the project. Preparing from setlists, charts or lead sheets, playing with or without a click, and backing vocals are a given. Short-notice bookings are also possible – preparing from setlists and charts takes just a few days.
Ball openings, standards, dance sets and current cover repertoire: available as a dep for ball bands, dance bands, cover and party bands – including short-notice bookings when a gig needs rescuing.
Event bands and bands for corporate events, receptions, jazz brunches, dinner and lounge lineups: from subtle brush playing to a punchy groove, dynamically matched to the occasion.
Marquee-festival and beer-tent gigs, Frühschoppen events and Bohemian-Moravian brass and party lineups: long evenings, reliable timing and many years of experience in established folk music ensembles.
Singing drummer, short-notice cover & musical direction
Vocal harmonies and backing vocals straight from the drum kit: a singing drummer strengthens the band sound while keeping the lineup lean – on choruses, ensemble vocals and multi-part harmonies.
When a band needs a drummer fast: preparation from setlists, charts or lead sheets within a few days, firm commitments and playing that fits in as naturally as a long-standing band member's.
For gala programmes, corporate events and shows with several acts, Thomas Gindl also takes on musical direction on request: leading rehearsals, coordinating the running order and keeping the band, guest acts and technical crew in sync.
Drummer for musicals, theatre productions & operetta
Thomas Gindl plays drums for musicals, theatre and operettas – work he really enjoys, with consistently enthusiastic feedback from past productions. He plays precisely from scores, charts and cues, with or without a click. He follows the musical director and adapts the dynamics and sound to the singing, the dialogue and the stage – evening after evening, at the same level.
- Confident playing from scores, charts and cues – with or without a click and in-ears
- Stable tempi and consistent quality across the entire performance run
- Dynamically controlled playing that leaves room for singing and dialogue
- Reliability at rehearsals, run-throughs and performance dates
Musical range
Thomas Gindl moves stylistically between pop, rock, soul, jazz, gala music, dance music, Schlager and international productions. What matters is not only the right groove, but also the ability to fit quickly into existing bands, schedules and musical concepts.
He can perform with or without a click, working from sheet music, lead sheets or setlists. Depending on the room, audience and musical concept, his playing can be subtle and restrained or powerful and energetic.
Approach
- Reliable, calm and professional
- Fast integration into existing bands and productions
- A flexible team player, musically well prepared
- Confident with running orders, audiences, volume and timing
- Easy to work with and solution-oriented
- Quality over volume, service over ego
Equipment
- His own drum kit and gear
- iPad and digital sheet music
- Custom arrangements for different lineups
- Preparation with or without a click
- Own lighting and sound equipment available, including a digital mixer and monitors
Sound equipment and arrangements
If needed, Thomas Gindl can bring professional sound and lighting equipment including monitors and a digital mixer to the performance. Depending on the event, the equipment can be used in full or in part.
In addition, an extensive library of custom arrangements is available. If Thomas Gindl is part of the lineup himself, these arrangements can be prepared or supplied for the lineup in question for an additional fee, depending on the project and the work involved.
Education & background
Thomas Gindl studied jazz drums with Walter Grassmann at the MUK – Musik und Kunst Privatuniversität der Stadt Wien (University of Music and Arts of the City of Vienna) – and graduated with a Bachelor's degree. Before that, he trained at a music school and with various private teachers and spent 20 months with the Gardemusik Wien (Vienna Guard Band).
As an in-demand band musician in eastern Austria, Thomas Gindl plays almost every style – from jazz, pop and musical theatre to brass, dance music and light entertainment – live and in the studio. His focus is on weddings, balls, marquee festivals and events; he is stylistically versatile, reads confidently and is just as comfortable with or without a click.
- Bachelor's degree in jazz drums – MUK (Musik und Kunst Privatuniversität der Stadt Wien), in Walter Grassmann's class
- Earlier training at a music school and with private teachers
- 20 months with the Gardemusik Wien
Discography & projects
As a drummer, Thomas Gindl can be heard on the album A First Taste by guitarist Tobias Faulhammer (ATS Records, 2014) – a jazz trio with Tobias Faulhammer (guitar), Sebastian Küberl (double bass) and Thomas Gindl (drums). He is also the permanent drummer of HARPHONIC, the symphonic programme by Katrin & Werner Unterlercher (Werner Unterlercher is a permanent member of the Herbert Pixner Projekt), which tours with the Vienna-based Varga Quartett.
- Tobias Faulhammer – A First Taste (ATS Records, 2014) – drums · ATS Records
- HARPHONIC – Katrin & Werner Unterlercher – drums (permanent)
Connection to The Jetset Society
Thomas Gindl is behind The Jetset Society and is responsible for the musical concept, flexible lineups, many of the arrangements and the professional direction of the project. The Jetset Society is a premium live band concept for weddings, balls, corporate events, galas and exclusive occasions.
You can find more information about the band concept on the About us page and on The Jetset Society homepage.
Live impressions
What you see and hear: The Jetset Society as a quartet with a singer at a wedding – Thomas Gindl on drums and backing vocals.
Lineup: 4 musicians · Occasion: wedding
What you see and hear: Thomas Gindl on drums in a larger brass and party music lineup – reliable timing for long evenings, Bohemian-Moravian brass music and festive sets, sight-reading with or without a click.
Setting: brass music, marquee festival & Frühschoppen · Also available as a short-notice substitute
What you see and hear: a live clip from a ball – classic dance rhythms, standards and cover repertoire, with dynamics ranging from the elegant reception to a packed dance floor.
On drums: Thomas Gindl · Occasion: ball
What you see and hear: a live clip from a gala – classic dance rhythms and ballroom standards, from the reception to a packed dance floor.
On drums: Thomas Gindl · Occasion: gala & corporate event
Photos: Thomas Gindl in action
What information helps with an enquiry?
Helpful details include the date, venue, type of project, planned timeframe, rehearsal times and whether it is live, studio, dep work or musical direction.
Setlists, sheet music, lead sheets, demos, backing tracks, click tracks or reference recordings help with preparation and estimating the workload.
Useful information includes the band lineup, programme running order, transitions, show elements, desired backing vocals and any special musical requirements.
Details about the available equipment, monitoring, mixing desk, stage, click, in-ears, backline and setup times make realistic planning easier.
Contact
For enquiries regarding live performances, studio work, dep work, musical direction, arrangements, backing vocals or The Jetset Society, Thomas Gindl can be reached through any of the options below.
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Gindl
Who is Thomas Gindl?
Thomas Gindl is a drummer, musician, arranger and musical director from the greater Vienna area. He is based in the Weinviertel (Mistelbach district) in Lower Austria, just north of Vienna. He works as a live and studio musician, dep musician and arranger, and is the musical director and creative lead of The Jetset Society.
What can Thomas Gindl be booked for?
Thomas Gindl can be booked for live shows, studio recordings, short-notice or planned dep work, arrangements, musical direction and backing vocals.
Which musical styles does Thomas Gindl play?
Thomas Gindl is stylistically versatile and plays pop, rock, soul, jazz, gala music, dance music and Schlager as well as brass music and celebratory party music for marquee festivals and Frühschoppen events. He also plays for musicals, operettas and international productions.
How is Thomas Gindl connected to The Jetset Society?
Thomas Gindl is behind The Jetset Society and is responsible for the musical concept, arrangements, lineups and professional direction of the live band project.
When can Thomas Gindl be booked as a drummer?
Thomas Gindl can be booked for live shows, studio recordings, short-notice or planned dep work, projects with or without a click, reading from sheet music, backing vocals and musical direction.
Can Thomas Gindl also take care of musical direction and arrangements?
Yes. In addition to drums, Thomas Gindl also takes on musical direction, running-order coordination and arrangements for different lineups, provided the project, scope and setting are a good fit.
What information helps with an enquiry for Thomas Gindl?
Helpful details include the date, venue, type of project, setlist or sheet music, rehearsal schedule, desired lineup, technical requirements and the planned running order.
Is Thomas Gindl available as a dep drummer for a ball band, dance band or cover band?
Yes. Thomas Gindl takes dep dates for ball bands, dance bands, cover bands, event bands and party bands – at short notice for one-off dates or long term for whole seasons. Preparing from setlists, charts or lead sheets and playing with or without a click come as standard.
In which regions is Thomas Gindl available as a drummer?
The focus is on Vienna, Lower Austria and Burgenland; depending on the project he performs throughout Austria. Typical engagements include balls, weddings, corporate events, receptions, jazz brunches, galas, as well as marquee and beer-tent festivals.
Does Thomas Gindl also cover very short-notice drum engagements?
Yes. When a band needs a replacement at short notice – even within a few days – Thomas Gindl prepares from setlists, charts or lead sheets and steps in reliably.
Does Thomas Gindl also play Bohemian-Moravian brass music and Frühschoppen?
Yes. Alongside ball, dance and event bands, Thomas Gindl has played for many years in folk and brass music lineups – from Bohemian-Moravian brass music to Frühschoppen events, marquee festivals and beer tents.
Does Thomas Gindl also take on musicals, plays or operettas?
Yes, happily. Thomas Gindl has played drums for several musicals and theatre productions. He plays from scores and cues, with or without a click, adapts the dynamics to the singing and the stage, and keeps the tempo stable across whole runs.