Chad has been playing drums for over 30 years and has an Associates Degree in Music from SUNY Broome Community College.

He studied with Sam Ulano, Tony Monforte, and Craig Oakley among many other great teachers. Chad started teaching in 1999. His students range from ages 3 to 77 and include all levels: beginner to advanced.

As a session drummer for Mansion Audio Productions, Dean has had the opportunity to play a variety of different music such as country, rock, pop, metal and jazz. His imagination and resources are unlimited. Dean is currently a member of roots/rock band Digger Jones and Outlaw Country band Hummel’s Jug.

He has performed on over 30 records and published two albums of his own. He is the owner of Backbone Audio recording studio and his third album is in the works!