Mike Hiebert is a passionate drummer and educator whose journey began in church and youth group as a teen.  His love for drumming quickly grew into a lifelong mission to perform and inspire others through music. Since 2000, Mike has taught hundreds of students—up to 71 per week—helping many launch professional music careers. His versatile playing spans Rock, Pop, Be-Bop, Big Band, Blues, Country, Singer-Songwriter, and Folk, with performances from Dawson City, Yukon to Lima, Peru. Mike studied under the legendary Joe Porcaro at the Los Angeles Music Academy, graduating with a 3.95 GPA in Music Performance. He’s known for his ability to connect with all learners, including those with learning disabilities, using a unique drum notation system. Mike is proudly endorsed by Yamaha Drums, Vater Drumsticks, and Sabian Cymbals, and continues to share his deep love for rhythm in every setting he plays and teaches.

Mike's past teachers include:
Joe Porcaro (Toto, Frank Sinatra, Madonna)
Ralph Humphrey (Frank Zappa, Don Ellis Big Band, Wayne Shorter)
Tony Inzalaco (Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson Big Band, Oscar Peterson)
Gary Ferguson (Etta James, Cher, John Hiatt)
Dave Beyer (Melissa Ethridge, Christopher Cross)
Richie "Gajate" Garcia (Diana Ross, Sting, Phil Colins)
Aaron Serfaty (Arturo Sandoval, Sergio Mendes, Frank Gambale)
Matt Star (Christopher Cross, Lily Wilson, Sarah McLachlan)
Mike Packer (Tijuana Dogs, Sean Halley)
Nate Morton (Rockstar INXS, NBC's The Voice, Natalie Cole)