As a child, Dean was introduced to drumming through community celebrations. He learned to play by imitation, and was soon in bands serving venues across Alberta. He expanded his playing by teaching drums, then gained admittance to Tommy Banks' jazz program. As well as drumming, Dean worked at various jobs while completing his education, followed by a full career as a writer and educator. Since his earliest years he has been a drummer, and his love for jazz has led him to Hudson Street.

Our highly experienced drummer has been playing for many years and currently plays in a number of jazz groups and bands around Vancouver. She does not wish to have her name on any music website in order to remain personally digitally anonymous, We respect her wishes and hope that you will come out to see one of our gigs and hear her play.