I am currently the Principal Percussionist of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Principal Timpanist with the West Michigan Symphony. I have performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and served as extra timpanist with Lyric Opera of Chicago. I was also an Associate Member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago from 2017-2021. I have been fortunate to share the stage with Yo-Yo Ma, Jamey Haddad, Cyro Baptista, Michael Ward-Bergeman, Mark O'Connor and others. As a teacher, my students have went on to earn placements into the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra and festivals including the Blue Lake Summer Arts Camp, and more! I have earned my Master's degree from Roosevelt University Chicago College of Performing Arts, and my Bachelor of Music from DePaul University. Additionally, I hold a diploma from the Interlochen Arts Academy.
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 2014
Master of Music in Orchestral Studies
Teaches ages 5+
Has background check
I am currently the Principal Percussionist of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Principal Timpanist with the West Michigan Symphony. I have performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and served as extra timpanist with Lyric Opera of Chicago. I was also an Associate Member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago from 2017-2021. I have been fortunate to share the stage with Yo-Yo Ma, Jamey Haddad, Cyro Baptista, Michael Ward-Bergeman, Mark O'Connor and others. As a teacher, my students have went on to earn placements into the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra and festivals including the Blue Lake Summer Arts Camp, and more! I have earned my Master's degree from Roosevelt University Chicago College of Performing Arts, and my Bachelor of Music from DePaul University. Additionally, I hold a diploma from the Interlochen Arts Academy.
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 2014
Master of Music in Orchestral Studies
Teaches ages 5+
Has background check
My 12 year old son has very much enjoyed working with Leo on percussion. He very much looks forward to his instruction time and even after Leo left our area is able to do on-line instruction with him. Leo is patient, professional and flexible. Thanks, Leo, for all you do!