Clinicians

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Jessica Burdeaux

Jessica Burdeaux is a professional drummer and content creator from Chicago, IL. She began her career by posting on Instagram and other online platforms. Her videos garnered millions of views, leading to incredible opportunities, including performances with the 8G Band on Late Night with Seth Meyers, being a featured guest on Drumeo, and hosting on Reverb.com. Although she has spent considerable time in the studio, Jessica has been touring and performing extensively both nationally and internationally since joining the band Covet in 2022 and Friend Of A Friend in 2024.

Jessica’s clinic will feature drum performances, demonstrations, and more in-depth discussions about the steps she took to advance her career.

Find Jessica Burdeaux here:

Additional Info: connselmer.com/artists/jessica-burdeaux

Facebook: facebook.com/jburdsbeats

Instagram: @jburdsbeats

YouTube: youtube.com/@jburdsbeats

TikTok: @jburdsbeats

Carter McLean

"Carter McLean has some of the best hands, feet and ears in drumming. He also possesses an uncommon amount of musical common sense. Any drummer will be the wiser for having checked this out." - Peter Erskine -

"I absolutely love how Carter so unobtrusively focuses on THE most important aspect: playing MUSIC. Bravo!" - Vinnie Colaiuta -

From Charlie Hunter to the Lion King on Broadway, McLean has been busy touring and doing studio work as well as having a busy teaching schedule. In addition McLean has shared the stage or recorded with Norah Jones, Thad Cockrell, Victoria Victoria, Greg Holden, Charlie Hunter, Victor Wooten, Anthony Hamilton, Bernie Worrell (Parliament Funkadelic), Fred Wesley (James Brown), Shelby Johnson (Prince), Melanie Gabriel (Peter Gabriel) Leni Stern, Matt Duke and many others.

Find Carter McLean here:

Official Website: cartermclean.com

Instagram: @cartermac

YouTube: youtube.com/cartermclean

Timothy Roberts

Timothy Roberts is a cymbal-smith, drum maker, and inventor of percussion instruments based in North Carolina. He is also a professional studio and live musician with over 15 years of touring and recording experience. His influences center around jazz, funk, afro-cuban, folk-americana, classical, and many other styles. His passion for sound exploration led him to crafting the instruments that he plays and offers through his company, Reverie Enterprises, which he founded in 2015. Timothy Roberts hand-crafted cymbals represents his highest passion; crafting the highest quality cymbals for the discerning drummer.

Timothy’s company consists of a small team of artisans and musicians that craft all of the instruments by hand. Reverie Enterprises consists of four brands that all work in conjunction with each other: Timothy Roberts Cymbals, Reverie Cymbals and Mods, Stack Ring Percussion, and Reverie Drums. The drum designs are heavily influenced by the kinds of cymbals Timothy makes and vice versa. Stack Ring Percussion accessories are crafted to complement both the drums and the cymbals to create unique and complex sounds.

“My aim is to make instruments that inspire connection with the music, encourage the drummer’s creative expression, and feel great to play.”

Find Timothy Roberts here:

Official Website: reveriedrums.com

Additional Info: reveriedrums.com/shop/timothy-roberts-cymbals

Facebook: facebook.com/TimothyRobertsCymbals

Instagram: @timothy_roberts_cymbals

YouTube: youtube.com/@Reverie_Cymbals_Drums

Rich Stitzel

Rich Stitzel is a professional drummer, educator, and author known for his innovative DrumMantra Practice System. This method cross-trains time, reading, coordination, polymetric awareness, phrasing, and groove to help drummers develop a deeper understanding of drumming. As the founder of the Drumset Mastery Program, Rich has guided drummers worldwide in unlocking new levels of precision, creativity, and control.

At the Chicago Drum Show 2025, Rich will deliver an interactive clinic that challenges drummers to rethink their approach to practice. Blending performance and instruction, he will demonstrate how to go deeper with their practice through focused, intentional, and structured methods. Attendees will experience hands-on participation, gain insights into refining their technique, and walk away with a new perspective on practice.

Rich has performed nationwide in all venues—from clubs to theaters to arenas. As a top-call live and session drummer, he has worked with artists across various genres, bringing versatility, musicality, and a deep understanding of groove to every performance. He has also presented clinics at universities, drum shops, and music schools around the country.

A dedicated educator, Rich is the author of six books, three of which debuted at #1 on Amazon and the creator of a drumming course used by hundreds of drummers in over 40 countries. He also hosts the award-winning DrumMantra Podcast, where he shares insights on practice, performance, and the art of drumming. Additionally, Rich is a member of the Percussive Arts Society's Drumset Committee , contributing to advancing drumset education and performance worldwide.

A Yamaha, Sabian, Vic Firth, Evans, Prologix, Humes & Berg, Low Boy, and Polynome artist, Rich’s clinic is fully supported by his endorsements.