Born To Drum 2018 Faculty Bios

Amikaeyla Gaston

by Carolyn
03/17/201802/03/2023
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Amikaeyla is an amazing vocalist and percussionist who comes from the Washington DC area. She has studied, recorded with, and shared the stage with many… Read More »Amikaeyla Gaston

Jeni Swerdlow

by Carolyn
03/17/201806/08/2026
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San Francisco Bay Area percussionist and registered art therapist Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR is a dynamic and engaging facilitator, trainer, presenter, and performer. Founding DRUMMM Rhythmic… Read More »Jeni Swerdlow

Sena Kugbega

by Carolyn
03/17/201806/08/2026
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Sena Kugbega is from Cape Coast, Ghana, (West Africa) and has been teaching drum and dance since she was 13 years old. As a young girl growing up,… Read More »Sena Kugbega

Sue Kaye (Suki)

by Carolyn
03/17/201806/08/2026
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Sue Kaye (Suki) has been playing conga drums, Ngomas, and other percussion for 35 years. Originally from New York, Suki has studied with many master… Read More »Sue Kaye (Suki)

Debbie Fier

by Carolyn
03/17/201806/08/2026
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Debbie Fier has over 35 years of experience as a performing vocalist, drummer, pianist, composer, percussionist, and teacher. She has studied numerous drum styles for over… Read More »Debbie Fier