PAUL PERESS Drummer, composer, producer, bandleader. The Paul Peress Project has appeared in over 20 countries. Peress has been Music Director/Drummer for Chaka Khan, Moby, Deniece Williams, and Brenda Russell; and Drummer with the B-52’s, Mary Wilson, and Regina...
JULIAN HO Raised in the entertainment capital of the world, Julian was captivated by the collective sounds of hip hop, rock, and funk from an early age. Wanting to hone his craft further, Julian enrolled in Musicians Institute and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Drum...
LUCIO VIEIRA Born and raised in Manaus, Brazil, raised by musician parents, Lucio developed a keen sense of the art form as a child. From an early age Lucio was exposed to classical music, 80s 90s rock & soul, jazz, Brazilian and pop music. Such eclecticism later...
STEWART JEAN Drummer and educator based in Los Angeles, California. Stewart authored contemporary curriculum, developed innovative teaching methods and provided a nurturing learning environment for the hard working students at Musicians Institute. Maintaining a steady...
TOM PLUMB Tom grew up with an interest in playing the drums. From an early age he pursued his passion for music with private lessons, and school music programs such as jazz, concert, and marching band. Tom’s interest in drumming eventually lead him to more intense...
