Drums Instructor and percussionist Gibb Mandish joins the Music Department bringing a passion for Jazz stemming from the likes of Elvin Jones and Art Blakey, and a dynamic versatility that is sure to inspire both our Jazz and Contemporary drummers. A graduate of the University of Arizona and the Frost School of Music, Gibb has had the opportunity to perform in a variety of settings alongside musicians like bassist Dave Holland, guitarist John Hart, and vocalist Kurt Elling and has recorded with a number of artists that include guitarists Jackson Potter, Diego Melgar, and Jordan Rattner. His teaching methodology centers both around technique and helping young artists amplify their unique voices, and has taught everything from drumlines and rock ensembles to adjudicating and performing at prestigious jazz competitions.