Peter O'Gorman Percussion Studio

I can't imagine how much smaller my son's world would be if we had not met Peter O'Gorman. Peter took a shy, introverted boy and taught him poise and self confidence in just a few years. My son, Collin, learned not just how to drum, but how to cooperate, how to give and take, and how to enjoy music. After giving Collin years of drumming lessons, Peter set my son up with a jazz drumming professor and a Jazz drumming ensemble at college. Peter continues to reach out to my son and to work with him when school is out. Thank you, Peter, more than I can say, for changing Collin's world. Barbara May Attorney at Law

I am very impressed with the well-rounded instruction Peter gives in his studio. During the years my son studied with him, they worked on composition, drum set technique, various styles, snare solo technique, improvisation, audition preparation and the essence of percussive sounds. My son's studies with Peter culminated in earning a spot in the All-State Orchestra his junior year and as the All-State jazz drummer his senior year of high school. Peter's teaching and coaching prepared my son for wonderful experiences as a versatile percussionist. Jeremy Rockford Band Director White Bear Lake Teacher of the Year 2005 Minnesota Sate Teacher of the Year semi-finalist 2007

"Peter was an amazing percussion teacher for our son Paul during his high school years. Not only did Peter introduce new percussion styles and techniques, he was invaluable in helping Paul prepare for auditions and solos. Peter’s teaching style is very much centered on what the student is interested in learning. Paul is now in college and continues to play with jazz ensembles and pop groups. The strong foundation provided by Peter's instruction gave Paul the skill and experience needed to be confident and adaptable. It was also exciting to attend a number of Peter’s performances and experience his creativity and musicianship." Martin & Shelley Jokinen