Julian

Julian Carpenter is a drummer and bandleader who is passionate about the transformative impact that music can have on an individual's confidence, work ethic, and mental health. While studying at Berklee College of Music, Julian had a diverse career that reflected his passions and solidified his values.\ \ His most influential mentors, Jackie Santos (Tavares) and Dave Discenco (Hiromi, John Petrucci), taught him valuable techniques and practices for improvement, that allowed him to love his instrument just as much as the first time he played it!\ \ As a Musical Director for over 4 years, Julian has helped to shape and improve countless musicians through his leadership and their talent. Moreover, he has worked as the bandleader, musical director, and drummer at Lollapalooza 2022, and 2023, Big Night Live, and Boston’s 50th anniversary of Hip Hop Festival.\ \ In his years at Berklee and working in Boston he has developed a strong ability to perform many different styles and is able to teach his students how to develop the ability to play whichever music they desire!\ \ Julian works hard to create a personal approach for each student and finds joy in helping them achieve their musical passions while improving their technique, reading, ear training, and musicality through exploring the music that they love.