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I'm the percussion professor at NCCU and The Jazz Drum set teacher at UNC Greensboro. I spent 10 years teaching with Jamey Aebersold Jazz.
I have spent my life discovering the drums, rhythms, and music from all walks of life. Brought up in the churches of NC, I came to learn the importance of "Supporting the music" from behind the drum set. I studied classical percussion and music education at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, earning Bachelors ('91) and Masters ('10) degrees.
I learned the importance of "Swing" playing gigs across the US in the early 1990s. This opportunity allowed me to meet and perform with some of the world’s most important and influential jazz musicians. I continue to play with some of the international jazz community’s most loved and respected artist.
I love to teach so I can inspire others to find joy and passion in music and developing their musicianship. My method of teaching is multifaceted, but zeros in on improving the student's weakness. I like using recordings as the foundation for the lesson. I play a variety of music styles and genres. If you want to "Swing", spend some time with me. Don't forget to bring your ride cymbal.
Experience & Education
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1985 – 1991
Bachelors degree in Music EducationI was an undergraduate music education major. As a student, I co-led a jazz quartet called "In The Black" that became a music and jazz mainstay in the Piedmont region of North Carolina from 1990-1996. -
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2007 – 2010
Masters degree in Music Education -
Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops 1996 – 2006
Jazz Drum Set teacherI was one of 3 drum set teachers during my tenure. While there I coordinated rhythm section placement for ensembles, coached student jazz combos, played on faculty concerts, conducted drum set and jazz workshops , and gave private lessons. -
South Africa Summer Jazz Workshop 2016 – 2016
Jazz Drum set teacherI was the Drum Set teacher. While there I coordinated rhythm section placement for ensembles, coached a student jazz combo, played on faculty concerts, conducted drum set and jazz workshops , and gave private lessons.
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