Name: Adam Essig.

Age: 15.

Playing drums for: 6 years.

Drum gear: Sonor 503 series set, zildjian zbt ride crash and splash, sabian b8 splash, han chi china, gretsch snare, dixon double bass pedal, lp block and cowbell, pearl anarchy bell.

Dream drumset: Neil Pearts setup.

Practice routine: At least one hour a day.

Favorite drummer: Travis Barker, Tre Cool.

Goals for drumming: Form a band with friends and always play.

Favorite drum song: First Date! (Stayed tuned for the recital).

Current drum books: Advanced Funk Studies.

Other hobbies: Plays guitar and listens to a lot of music.

Teacher commments: Adam is a excellent student! He always display a willingness to learn as well as an excellent attitude.

Adam also is a terrific practicer. He always follows through on his tasks.