Mike F.

Drums, Guitar

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Mike F.

Mike’s musical journey began at age 8 with drums and expanded to guitar by age 12. He quickly became an active performer in jazz and rock bands around Ottawa, eventually joining the NSM band program.

As a drummer, Mike performed with the Nepean All-City Lab Band and the National Youth Conn Selmer Centerstage Band, and he continued honing his craft as a student at the University of Toronto. Over the years, he has played at festivals and venues across Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto, performing for audiences as large as 800 people. Mike also studied privately with renowned drummer Dave King of The Bad Plus for three years.

Mike’s teaching approach is rooted in his passion for music and performance. He strives to inspire his students and help them achieve their musical goals, no matter where their journey takes them.