Griffin Quinnan
GUITAR - BASS
Griffin Quinnan is a guitarist and bassist currently studying Jazz Performance at Towson University under the instruction of Jon Birkholz and Jeff Reed. He has performed with numerous bands, covering a wide range of styles including jazz, funk, pop, and rock. As a member of the local pop fusion group Just for Kicks, Griffin brings both versatility and creativity to his playing. In his teaching, Griffin focuses on connecting with each student’s individual musical interests, creating a personalized and engaging learning experience that supports their unique musical growth.
Guitar - Bass
Griffin Quinnan is a guitarist and bassist currently studying Jazz Performance at Towson University under the instruction of Jon Birkholz and Jeff Reed. He has performed with numerous bands, covering a wide range of styles including jazz, funk, pop, and rock. As a member of the local pop fusion group Just for Kicks, Griffin brings both versatility and creativity to his playing. In his teaching, Griffin focuses on connecting with each student’s individual musical interests, creating a personalized and engaging learning experience that supports their unique musical growth.
Hannah Piasecki
CLARIENT - SAXOPHONE
Hannah Piasecki is a classical clarinetist based in Towson. She has performed with ensembles including the Salisbury Pops, Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, Towson University Symphony Orchestra, and her own woodwind group, “Guppies.” Hannah earned her Bachelor’s in Music Performance from Salisbury University, studying with Stephen Harvey, and is pursuing her Master’s at Towson University with Natalie Groom. She also teaches beginner saxophone and flute, and loves working with kids!
Clarinet
Hannah Piasecki is a classical clarinetist based in Towson. She has performed with ensembles including the Salisbury Pops, Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, Towson University Symphony Orchestra, and her own woodwind group, “Guppies.” Hannah earned her Bachelor’s in Music Performance from Salisbury University, studying with Stephen Harvey, and is pursuing her Master’s at Towson University with Natalie Groom. She also teaches beginner saxophone and flute, and loves working with kids!
Nick Komosa
DRUMS - PERCUSSION
Nick Komosa is an experienced drummer and bassist who has performed extensively between Baltimore and Philadelphia, as well as on independent tours throughout the U.S. He is an active member of several local math rock and progressive rock bands, known for their dense and whimsical compositions. In addition to performing, Nick works as both a studio and live sound engineer. He is currently pursuing studies in music technology at UMBC, where he has also performed in the university’s jazz ensembles. Nick is passionate about helping students discover music as a creative outlet and as a powerful way to collaborate and connect within a community.
DRUMS - PERCUSSION
Nick Komosa is an experienced drummer and bassist who has performed extensively between Baltimore and Philadelphia, as well as on independent tours throughout the U.S. He is an active member of several local math rock and progressive rock bands, known for their dense and whimsical compositions. In addition to performing, Nick works as both a studio and live sound engineer. He is currently pursuing studies in music technology at UMBC, where he has also performed in the university’s jazz ensembles. Nick is passionate about helping students discover music as a creative outlet and as a powerful way to collaborate and connect within a community.
Brandon Gouin
DRUMS - PERCUSSION
Brandon Gouin is a passionate performer of contemporary percussion music. He holds both an undergraduate degree as well as a graduate certificate in percussion performance from UMBC. Brandon has given several solo recitals of works for percussion written in the last 100 years. He is a member of the Hi-Tom percussion ensemble and has performed....→READ MORE
DRUMS - PERCUSSION
Brandon Gouin is a passionate performer of contemporary percussion music. He holds both an undergraduate degree as well as a graduate certificate in percussion performance from UMBC. Brandon has given several solo recitals of works for percussion written in the last 100 years. He is a member of the Hi-Tom percussion ensemble and has performed alongside RUCKUS, UMBC's faculty ensemble.
Brandon has been teaching percussion and drum set for nearly a decade. His educational partnerships include various public school music groups, summer camps, and a two year long project with Baltimore city schools where Brandon aimed to explore contemporary music with young musicians.
Outside of the contemporary percussion world, Brandon has played drumset for various bands in indie/rock/and metal genres. Brandon also performs as an improviser at experimental venues such as the Red Room in Baltimore.
LISTENING TO:
Panam Panic – Love of Humanity
Casiopea – Casiopea
Rubblebucket – Year of the Banana
Fulton Lee – Go Getter