January 2026 Student of the Month- Vernika K
The month’s featured student is Vernika K. She takes drum lessons at Bach to Rock East Marietta. Read her interview below!
- What inspired you to play music? When I was little, we had a trip to Ruby Falls, and a local group of drummers was performing by using plastic buckets. It was very fascinating for me to see them playing with buckets and sticks. I got inspired by this act of art and was attracted to the drum set. My parents gifted me a small toy drum set, and after that, drumming is part of my joy and life.
- What is your favorite style of music? My favorite style is jazz.
- Who is your favorite artist and why? I admire Tears for Fears’ “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.” I love this song because it has a nice groove.
- What are you learning right now in your lessons? I am learning how to shuffle at the moment
- What is your favorite song to play? My favorite song is “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears.
- What are you most looking forward to learning/performing? I love to perform! I look forward to showcasing my talents in drumming and what I learned.
- What’s your favorite thing about Bach to Rock? My favorite thing about Bach to Rock is that they have some of the best, most helpful, and kind teachers I have ever known.
- What is your favorite thing about your teacher? My favorite thing about him is that he helps me when I have a rough time understanding a tune. He always encourages me to do my best performance.
- What do you enjoy doing when you’re not playing music? I like to draw.
Mr. Kevin has been teaching Vernika Drums since October 2024.