AS A PERCUSSIONIST AND EDUCATOR, I...

play professionally in multiple genres including rock, pop, jazz, ska, reggae, latin, funk, EDM, musical theatre, and more. Current projects are Boss Riot, S.S. Castaways, Mad Mexicans, & more.

have toured extensively for over three decades, performing in nearly every state from CA to NY, & internationally.

studied drumming and percussion with many artists, teachers and clinicians since college to ensure a well rounded education.

am a member of the Vic Firth Education team, Texas Music Educator Association (TMEA), and Percussive Arts Society (PAS).

began teaching in San Diego in 1991 where I discovered sharing the art of drumming with others is one of my life's greatest passions.

instructed several high schools in North Texas since 1994. I'm currently teaching the percussion and drumline at the award winning Prestonwood Christian Academy in Plano, TX.

developed the curriculum for, and taught drums at the Rock n' Roll summer camp Camp Jam DFW.

have personally taught tens of thousands of private drum and percussion lessons...and counting!

have helped countless successful students reaching their goals and beyond.

work with beginner, intermediate & professional drummers to improve their technique and composition skills.

continue my professional development by studying with respected drummers like Steve Gadd, Stanton Moore and Mike Portnoy.

perform at festivals, on television, on the radio, and in world class venues such as American Airlines Center, Starplex, House of Blues, Fox Theater, Trees, The Granada, Kessler Theatre, Six Flags theme parks, Carnival cruise lines, and more.

have won three Dallas Observer Music Awards and several Best of Dallas titles.

have developed a unique approach to teaching that is effective, educational, and fun!

am able to strengthen my students' passion for drumming by helping them develop the skills and the confidence to express their own musical creativity.

Read about my other studio teachers - Nader & Chloe