Jesse R

University of North Texas College of Music, 2012 - present; 3rd year as a Music Education Major with a percussion concentration. I have received private instruction from Paul Rennick, Christopher Deane, as well as Mike Drake and Jose Aponte for drumset.

Professional musician -- 2010 - Present Experienced playing in multiple venues with many different musicians and groups throughout the DFW area. Musical styles range from classic big band jazz, country, and modern day pop. Experience in recording sessions for multiple musical groups in studio. I have arranged the production of covers and original music utilizing computer programs as well as conventional recording equipment and microphone techniques. Boston Crusaders Drum & bugle Corps 2014 - present/ Member of the 2014 Boston Crusaders Bass Drum Line, future member of the 2015 Crusaders. Also a 3 year member of the UNT Green Brigade Marching Band drumline. Drummer, Christ church Assembly of god — 2011 - 2014 Experienced in playing all kinds of modern worship music in a professional setting, with and without click/backing tracks, Aviom in-ear systems, supporting worship bands, choirs and orchestras alike. Multiple shows with full orchestra arrangements of all styles of music for Christmas and Easter services. Styles range from rock, jazz, and afro-cuban influences all within one show. Drummer, Metro praise youth jazz orchestra — 2010 - 2012 Selected for an All-Star high school big band my sophomore year of high school, under the direction of Gary Phillips and Keith Umbach. I was involved in the first season of this ensemble, and participated in 4 seasons as the sole drummer.
This also led to my success as an All-Area Jazz drummer my senior year of high school. Current Principal Timpanist for the UNT Concert Orchestra

Current drumline technician for Timber Creek High School, Keller TX. Under the direction of Chad Mason.