Key Achievements and Training

Zildjian Young Drummer of the Year Competition: In 2025, at age 12, he was recognized as one of the top 40 best US drummers under the age of 18.

Berklee Summer Program: Also at the age of 12, Reece was accepted into the 16-18 age group for a summer drum program, specializing in Metal drumming.

Cincinnati Conservatory of Music: In 2024, Reece enjoyed Jazz instruction during a summer music camp.

Instruction: He studies under Cincinnati based professional drummer and instructor Eric Blume, often appearing in performance videos shared by Blume’s studio.

Group Playing Experience: Each week, he plays with a band for jam sessions with both his drum and guitar instructors.

Musical range

Reece’s repertoire is extensive, featuring complex covers of iconic songs and technical etudes:

• Rock & Metal: He performs challenging tracks such as Rush’s “Tom Sawyer,” Slipknot’s “Unsainted” and “All Out Life,” in addition to song’s like “Welcome to the Black Parade” by My Chemical Romance.

• Jazz & Fusion: Showcases technical proficiency in jazz standards like Chick Corea’s “Spain” and Tommy Igoe’s Groove Essentials exercises.

• Rudimental Mastery: Demonstrates foundational skills through rudimental solos and studies from textbooks like The Rudimental Cookbook and Alfred’s Snare Drum Method.

On a personal note

While Reece is an exceptional young drummer with extraordinary talent and motivation, he enjoys “being a kid” just like every other 13 year old. In his free time he plays club soccer, runs 25 miles a week for his Cross Country team and is a fanatic about seeing live music. He’s a wonderful student, son and friend.