Rich Degnas received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Percussion from the University of the Arts in Phila., PA and has also participated I further education at Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA.

A private drum and percussion instructor since 1991, Rich is well-known in the area as a clinician and professional musician.

He has played with such music greats as Grover Washington, Jr., Bob Mintzer, Joh Blake and Bill Watrus,.   Some of the bands he has performed in include:  Lauren Hart, Blankit, Stygian Veil, Mango Soles, 12 Strung Gypsy and Groove Palace.

Rich teaches all levels from beginner to advanced and charges $25 / half hour lesson.