Background
WHO IS ANTHONY D. ROGERS?
I am a professional singer-songwriter, audio engineer, and musical educator
As an experienced musician I take immense joy in sharing the skills I’ve acquired with others
Biography
Anthony D. Rogers is an impassionate musician, multi-instrumentalist, audio engineer, and drum instructor. He was an avid member of Fox High School’s front ensemble, where he served as a section leader and role model for his peers. He had an active part in several of his school groups including marching band, concert band, jazz band, and pep band. Anthony continued to pursue his love for music with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Minor in Jazz Studies from Truman State University (2014-2018). There, he gained an extensive knowledge in music and drumming through a number of courses ranging in everything from Jazz Pedagogy to Music Theory. As a rock and jazz drummer, he performed in various music groups, playing at venues across local communities. Since 2018, Anthony has worked as a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, composing, recording, and producing original tracks. He also specializes in mixing and mastering audio, ensuring professional-quality sound for artists. Currently, in addition to audio engineering, he shares his skills as a drum instructor, guiding students in developing creativity, fluency, and performance ability.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Minor in Jazz Studies
Truman State University 2014-2018


Rock Drummer
August 2012 – May 2018
Played in multiple music groups primarily rooted in rock, funk, and Latin styles. Performed and worked within local communities to play in bars, venues, and college campuses. Wrote, recorded, and worked with a number of talented sound engineers to produce the drum parts for a variety of originally composed records.

Jazz Drummer
August 2014 – May 2018
Played in a variety of jazz groups ranging from intimate jazz combos to full big band productions. Performed with many other talented musicians in concert halls, local bars, college campuses, and small venues.

Singer-Songwriter
May 2018 – Present
Composes, records, and produces musical tracks from scratch. Well versed as a competent multi-instrumentalist in drums, guitar, bass, piano, synth, and vocals. Works to create original compositions and consistently exercises knowledge of music theory, audio production, and live performance.

Audio Engineer
May 2018 – Present
Specializes in mixing and mastering audio tracks to achieve professional, polished sound. Experienced in recording, editing, and enhancing a wide range of music genres. Utilizes advanced audio production techniques, ensuring clarity, balance, and depth in every mix. Passionate about delivering high-quality results tailored to the artist’s vision.

Drum Instructor
August 2023 – Present
Competent in a variety of drumming styles and applications. Teaches a solid foundation for learning to navigate the instrument and how to exercise creativity in any application. Helps to improve overall fluency on the drums and assists students to improve their ability to perform, write music, record, or learn their favorite songs.


