Learn from Great Drums Teachers

I've been playing the drums for over 26 years. Graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a Bachelor's Degree in Music where I had the opportunity to put together drum circles and music events with my peers. Since then I've been in several projects where I've performed at the local radio stations, worked in musical productions such as an interpretation to Motown music, and worked with…

Jack Schabert is a Twin Cities based drummer, composer, and educator. He performs professionally around the metro area with various jazz groups, and is an Instructor of Percussion, Piano, Drum Set, and Jazz Studies at Opus Music Academy. Jack is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Music Education at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.

Nicholas Santangelo was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and grew up in the neighboring communities across the Delaware River in Cherry Hill and Medford, New Jersey. After moving to Medford, Nicholas was accepted to Bishop Eustace Preparatory School, a prestigious private co-ed High School in the Tri-State area.

With 14 years of drumming experience and professional touring since 2018, I’ve had the opportunity to perform with some incredible artists and at renowned festivals. I'm passionate about sharing my skills and enthusiasm for drumming, and I’m excited about the opportunity to collaborate and rock with you!

I have been involved with Drums and Music since 1995. A lifelong student myself, I am deeply passionate about learning, exploring and sharing the amazing world of Percussion with my students and peers. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Music from Western Washington University in 2006, and since then I have performed extensively across the country in clubs, theaters and festivals.

Rich Degnars or “Mr. Rich,” as referred to by many of his students, is a performing drummer, educator, recording artist and music producer. He currently performs regularly around his hometown of Wilmington DE. He’ll go as far as his van can take him! (For the right compensation of course).

I am a professional touring and recording drummer and educator with over 20 years of experience performing, recording, and teaching. I graduated from Berklee College of Music with an Associate degree in Percussion and Contemporary Music.

Lopez writes melodic songs that stay with you long after the recording has finished. That doesn’t happen every day. It’s one of those criticisms that pops up every time we compare Pop Music to Jazz. Surprisingly, for a debut album, Lopez’ debut belongs on this year’s top ten list.” Cadence Magazine Jeff was born and raised in New York City, He has been playing bass for 40 years…

Hi, I'm Warren Jones. I received my Masters in Music from Tufts University in 2001. With over 22 years of teaching experience, I've instructed students ranging from 4 to 74 years old. My teaching background is unique, ranging from private lessons with young children to graduate-level university courses.

Eric Ching is a jazz drummer and composer currently residing in Austin, TX. He plays music with a tremendous amount of purpose and is infinitely creative in the way he manages color and shape. With his compositions, he aims to explore new territory while channeling the spirits of McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, and Kenny Garrett.