My first time in front of a drumset was filled with loud bangs, belly laughs, and no rhythm. I was three years old. Even though this was decades ago for me, I remember that day like it was yesterday.

After many years of banging on drums, there came a point where I finally wanted to learn. My father taught me something that kickstarted my learning journey. For my beginner students, this simple technique that my father taught me will be my first drum lesson for you.

I played the drums all through middle school and high school. I did marching band, concert band, and drum core. I also took private lessons early in my journey. I know how to read sheet music and I know music theory.

Before graduating grade school and for many years after, I played drums, and other instruments, in multiple bands.

Now I am in a phase in my life where I want to teach. My six-year-old son is my first student who reminds me of me when I was his age. It’s so fun to watch him and I know in time he will become a seasoned drummer.

I look forward to passing on my knowledge and experience to you.