I am a professional drummer and percussionist with years of experience in orchestras and bands, with a strong focus on jazz and funk and a love of improvisation across genres. I have performed at international festivals and worked on recording sessions both live and in the studio.\n\nFor over a decade I have taught drums, mainly in international schools, helping students develop solid technique, musicality and confidence. Currently I’m teaching at Marymount International School of Rome and collaborating on projects like the SIAE-powered United Music Of Rome initiative, while continuing to perform and create new music.

MARCELLO SPAGNOLO

I am a professional drummer and percussionist with years of experience in orchestras and bands, with a strong focus on jazz and funk and a love of improvisation across genres. I have performed at international festivals and worked on recording sessions both live and in the studio.\n\nFor over a decade I have taught drums, mainly in international schools, helping students develop solid technique, musicality and confidence. Currently I’m teaching at Marymount International School of Rome and collaborating on projects like the SIAE-powered United Music Of Rome initiative, while continuing to perform and create new music.

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I am a professional drummer and percussionist with years of experience in orchestras and bands, with a strong focus on jazz and funk and a love of improvisation across genres. I have performed at international festivals and worked on recording sessions both live and in the studio.\n\nFor over a decade I have taught drums, mainly in international schools, helping students develop solid technique, musicality and confidence. Currently I’m teaching at Marymount International School of Rome and collaborating on projects like the SIAE-powered United Music Of Rome initiative, while continuing to perform and create new music.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Drum Instructor at Marymount International School of Rome
October 1, 2018 - Present
Drum lessons for all grades.
Drum Instructor at Istituto Comprensivo Tullio De Mauro
April 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Drum instructor for SIAE Project 'United Music Of Rome - Hip Hop, Jazz, World Music'.
Music Teacher at Istituto S.Giuliana Falconieri
November 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Teaching music fundamentals, singing and intonation to elementary and secondary grades (Cambridge Program).
Drum Instructor at Rockademy Thailand
October 1, 2017 - October 25, 2025
Private drum lessons for all ages.
Drum Instructor at The British School in The Netherlands
June 1, 2016 - October 25, 2025
Drum lessons for all grades.
Resident Drummer at Ellington Club (Vera Dragone show Una come Me)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Resident drummer for Vera Dragone’s show Una come Me at Ellington Club in Rome.
Drum Instructor at Marymount International School of Rome
October 1, 2018 - Present
Drum lessons for all grades; development of percussion curriculum and mentorship of students in a diverse, international school setting.
Drum instructor at Istituto Comprensivo Tullio De Mauro
April 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Drum instructor for SIAE Project “United Music Of Rome - Hip Hop, Jazz, World Music.”
Music Teacher at Istituto S.Giuliana Falconieri (Cambridge Program)
November 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Teaching music fundamentals, singing and intonation to elementary and secondary grades.
Drum instructor at Rockademy Thailand
October 1, 2017 - October 25, 2025
Private drum lessons for all ages.
Drum Instructor at The British School in The Netherlands
June 1, 2016 - October 25, 2025
Drum lessons for all grades.
Resident Drummer at Ellington Club / Vera Dragone's show 'Una come Me' (Rome)
December 31, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Resident drummer for the show at Ellington Club, Rome; live performances and rehearsals.

Education

Master in Jazz Drums and Percussions at Conservatorio di Musica “S.Cecilia” di Roma
September 1, 2021 - October 1, 2024
Bachelor in Jazz Drums at The Royal Conservatoire of The Hague
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014
Jazz Department at Saint Louis College of Music
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010
Master in Jazz Drums and Percussions at Conservatorio di Musica “S.Cecilia” di Roma
September 1, 2021 - October 1, 2024
Bachelor in Jazz Drums at The Royal Conservatoire of The Hague
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014
Jazz Department at Saint Louis College of Music
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010

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