RYDER HAGEDORN

Drum Instructor

Ryder Hagedorn is the drum instructor for Downbeat Percussion and The Music Corner. He graduated from the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media, earning an Associate of Applied Science in Music and Technology.

Ryder’s teaching approach focuses not only on developing strong drumming skills but also on understanding music as a whole and the important role drummers play within it. He enjoys helping students grow as musicians while building confidence and creativity behind the drum kit.

Outside of teaching, Ryder enjoys Formula 1, writing, recording, mixing and mastering music, and restoring drums. He looks forward to encouraging the next generation of musicians on the Kenai Peninsula.