About

Ariel started drumming at the age of 7, and their entire life has been an adventurous journey guided by rhythm. Growing up in Juneau, AK, Ariel aims to bring the raw and primal energy that the Tongass Rainforest brought to their childhood into every piece of music they touch. Over the past 10 years they've made their way across the U.S. living in New York City, Vermont, Colorado, and now Portland, OR.

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Their drumming style is highly inspired by 60's jazz and psychedelia, 70's funk and prog-rock, 90's grunge, and modern nu-jazz. Ariel uses their groove-forward and technical approach to drumming to infuse every project they touch with a flavor that is unique to each artist. 

 

They've backed up countless artists and bands including Andy Eppler, Kjirsten Tornfelt, Soda Jinx, New Here, as well as producing and writing their own original music. Currently, they play in their band Altar Girl and are producing their next solo album.

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Ariel also teaches in person 1:1 lessons in the Portland, OR area. For more information, please visit the Lessons Page.