Drummer, Actor, Music Educator

Chad brings energy and passion to all projects he is involved in. 
A drummer since childhood, Chad has performed with American Idol finalist Jessica Meuse (among many others) and was a repeat guest drummer for Zac Brown. 
As an actor, Chad was part of a team that received the 2026 NAACP Image Award for Best Short Film (Live Action) for his portrayal of a jazz drummer in the short film about Ella Fitzgerald, "Ella," starring Jill Scott. Chad has also worked on Stranger Things, Ozark 3, Little the Movie, Undercover Brother 2, and more.  He has been nominated 3x's for the Grammy Music Educator Award for his work in music education and also hosts a podcast called "Sunday Music Soapbox"
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