Staff Bios

Kevin Lott

Kevin Lott

Drums

Kevin is a Southern California drummer, performer, and instructor with years of experience behind the kit both live and in the studio. He has performed at major venues and festivals throughout the region. He has worked across everything from original rock and pop acts to tribute band and cover productions.

Biography

Kevin’s musical journey began at an early age, first exploring music on the piano and singing in choir before discovering the drums at age nine. By his early teens, he was forming rock bands in the garage and performing with original music acts, spending much of his teenage years and early twenties pursuing the dream of becoming a professional musician and earning a record deal. During high school, he expanded his percussion background through drumline, developing the discipline, timing, and ensemble skills that would become an important part of his playing. His early pursuit of music also gave him valuable session experience, including opportunities to record alongside renowned musicians at a legendary Los Angeles recording studio.

In his twenties, Kevin continued developing his musicianship through college music studies, additional piano and drum instruction, and years of self-directed study, networking, and musical experiences throughout the Los Angeles music community alongside accomplished professional musicians and drummers. As his career evolved, he became increasingly active as a working drummer, performing with cover bands and tribute acts at venues and large festivals throughout Southern California. He also continues to record remotely from his home studio and collaborate with other musicians on a variety of projects. Drawing from a lifetime of experiences ranging from choir and drumline to original music, studio recording, and professional live performance, Kevin brings a well-rounded and practical perspective to every student he teaches.



Hometown: Orange, California

Musical Background: Kevin began with piano and choir before taking up drums at age nine, later expanding into drumline, original rock bands, session work, and college-level music study. His experience now spans live performance with cover and tribute acts, large festivals, studio recording, and ongoing collaboration with professional musicians.

School: Irvine Valley College, Cypress College

Years Teaching: 10+

Message To You: My goal is to make every student feel comfortable, encouraged, and excited to learn. Whether someone is picking up drumsticks for the first time or already has experience, I try to meet them where they are, build on what inspires them, and make lessons something they genuinely look forward to each week.