About Jason Summers
I have been blessed to be able to work as a professional musician for 30 years. Proficient in multiple musical genres, I've performed with bands all over the U.S., and I am proudly endorsed by Sabian cymbals. For over 12 years, I've been teaching drums in South Carolina at Lexington School of Music, Irmo Music Academy and Columbia Arts Academy. With between 45-60 students per week, I have an average retention of 4.5 years per student. When I began my career as an instructor, it became very apparent that being a successful musician and being an effective teacher require two very different skill sets. Through years of trial and error, I have mastered the art of balancing education, entertainment and relationship-building in a manner that enables me to engage and retain students of all ages and abilities. My enthusiasm and creative, flexible approach has allowed me to make a living doing what I love, and I consistently receive positive reviews from students and parents. I have had the honor to play at the Rock n Roll hall of fame, Carnegie Hall, Graceland, Bank of America stadium...and also enjoy onstage time with some of Rocks biggest legends, Kirk Hammett (Metallica), 80's Rock bands such as Ratt, Skid Row, Tonic, Big Wreck.
Jason Summers
Founder,
Music School Retention