Arno Haselsteiner is a versatile drummer with an international reputation across jazz, pop, and classical music. Over decades, he has performed as a session, studio and touring musician with renowned European big bands including Ambros Seelos, Hugo Strasser, and Max Greger, and accompanied artists ranging from Tom Jones and Anastacia to Udo Jürgens.

His career bridges classical precision, jazz sophistication, and contemporary versatility. In addition to live performance, Haselsteiner maintains an active presence in recording projects, studio sessions, and collaborations with jazz and popular music artists across Europe. His work is marked by adaptability, musical sensitivity, and a deep understanding of rhythm across genres.

Haselsteiner also contributes to the next generation of musicians as an educator, drawing on decades of professional experience to mentor and inspire drummers in both classical and contemporary settings.

At digitalDrummer E-drum Labs, Arno Haselsteiner will present a live demonstration of AeroDrums 2, the innovative virtual drumming solution that made its European debut at last year’s Europe Drum Show.

In this session, Arno will:

• Showcase the expressive capabilities of AeroDrums 2 in real-time performance
• Demonstrate its precision tracking, dynamic response and articulation control
• Explore setup options for stage, studio and practice environments
• Compare traditional electronic drum triggering with camera-based virtual tracking
• Discuss workflow integration with VST instruments and digital production tools

Drawing on his decades of orchestral precision, jazz fluency and modern session experience, Arno will highlight how AeroDrums 2 opens new creative possibilities for drummers seeking portability, flexibility and cutting-edge technology — without sacrificing musical nuance.

The session will combine performance, technical insight and practical application, offering attendees a first-hand look at how virtual drumming continues to evolve.

About AeroDrums 2

Aerodrums 2 is a musical instrument to play, practice and learn the drums without a drum set. The compact drum solution is as expressive as any high-end electronic drum kit, with a versatile design for playing at any volume and in any environment.
Aerodrums 2’s portability allows you to take your instrument with you wherever you go. Its lightweight design makes it easy to pack and transport, while its compact size means it won’t take up much space in your bag.

Unlike traditional drum kits, Aerodrums 2 doesn’t require a large physical setup and can be played comfortably even in your bedroom.

The hardware is accompanied by the Aerodrums 2 app, available for Windows PC, Mac, Android, iOS, Chromebook and Meta Quest. The app gives you a stunning, realistic view of your drum kit, sticks, and feet. Select and edit drum kits, practice with our advanced metronome, record performances, view playing stats and much, much more.

Arno is appearing in association with AeroDrums.