Steve is fortunate enough to have supported the music of both legendary and up-and-coming musicians. He has appeared with Shelly Berg, Don Braden, Richie Cole, Kenny Drew Jr, John Fedchock, Hal Galper, Eddie Harris, Conrad Herwig, Jay Leonhart, David Liebman, Ron McCurdy, Frank Morgan, Jimmy Raney, Diane Schuur, Lynn Seaton, Bud Shank, Sonny Stitt, Ira Sullivan, and countless others! In addition to small group playing, the South Western Ohio native has played with numerous big bands such as Blue Wisp Big Band, Tommy Dorsey Big Band, and others.

Steve has over 10 years of private teaching experience including the University of Cincinnati’s College Conservatory of Music and the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops. In 2001, Steve relocated to Los Angeles and is rapidly deveoping a stellar reputation for his passionate, interactive drumming style, having recent appearances with Bob Sheppard, The Bill Watrous Quartet, Bill Cunliffe’s Trio and Sextet.

Listen to Steve's playing HERE.

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