Jared Hurn

Jared Hurn is a versatile percussionist and drummer. He just moved to DeKalb, IL from Wichita, KS, where he received his Bachelor’s degrees in Percussion Performance and Jazz Studies (Drum Set) at Wichita State University in May 2023. Within WSU, he was in the New Music Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Impulse Percussion Group, Jazz Arts Ensemble I and II, Jazz Combos, and Latin Jazz Ensemble. Jared taught privately at Damm Music and was the Percussion GTA at WSU for the 2023-2024 school year. Outside of WSU, he was involved with bands such as Trick Worm (Indie), Happy No Lucky (cover band), and Daydream (jazz fusion/funk), along with various combos. Jared has also taught at Camp Allegro Wichita and recently played in the pit for the production of “Guys and Dolls” with Newton Community Theater. He has also played drums for various churches, the main church being Wichita Bible Church. Jared is excited to start his journey at The Music Connection and is excited to start teaching lessons. Through his lessons, Jared hopes to build a fun and inspiring experience while teaching the proper technique for the drum set and all the percussion instruments.