| KJ has been playing the drums for over 25 years.
He started playing and taking drum lessons at the age of 6. KJ performed in Symphonic,
Marching and Jazz band through high school. After high school, KJ continued his drum education
at St. Mary's College, while earning his Bachelor of Arts degree.
A versatile musician, KJ has played and recorded music in a variety of settings. He also an accomplished guitar and bass player, which enables him to accompany his students with various instruments during the students' drum lessons. In addition to music reading, KJ plays and teaches many different styles music, including: |
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| Native Washingtonian, Matt Strain has always had a passion for drums. He began playing in 1988, studying various styles that range from jazz, funk, and rhythm and blues. With early influences from John Bonham (Led Zeppelin), and Alex Van Halen (Van Halen), Matt quickly adapted to the power of rock drumming. Later on, he acquired influences from drummers such as Terry Bozzio (King Crimson, Frank Zappa), Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) and Neil Peart (Rush). Matt currently resides in Upper Marlboro, Maryland with his wife and two dogs and teaches full-time at Hot Licks guitar shop in Waldorf, Maryland. |  |
| Mike Damron |