my son has been getting instruction from Kris for over 2 years now and his ability to play has grown exponentially. Kris is a great instructor who works well with the students and always tries to incorporate new ideas and experiences into the process(e.g. a field trip to a cymbal factory to see how they’re made, bringing in a well known percussionist for a summer camp). if your child is getting instruction elsewhere or just ready to start private lessons, this is a great place to check out!