Andrew Hoinacki

Andrew Hoinacki started drumming at 6 years old and in the few years to follow learned tenor, bass and snare. After formative years in a junior band program, he has been competing with bands.. Since the age of 14 he has played in Grade 2 and Grade 1 bands, including eight years as a leading drummer.

Andrew’s solo accolades at the Professional level include MWPBA Champion Supreme, WUSPBA Champion Supreme, and United States Champion, in addition to many awards in the amateur grades.

His well-rounded experience and down-to-earth approach have made him a sought-after instructor for all forms of pipe band drumming and band coaching. Even at his young age, he has served as an active adjudicator of drumming and ensemble for a decade, and is currently recognized on both the MWPBA and WUSPBA judging panels.

Andrew is a native of Chicago where he is a business consultant and oversees multiple services advancing the art and education of Scottish drumming.


Visit his website at
www.ar2online.com/#
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