Bio.
INSPIRED BY DIFFERENCE.
Confidence. Experience. Innovation. Good vibes.
Drawing upon his colorful career of over two decades of professional playing experience, Canadian born drummer, Duran Ritz, is determined to make you dance. Always smiling, Duran’s genuine love for music makes him one of the most fun drummers to learn from and watch. He has the chops to play with the best and a pocket to match.
Studying under the legendary drummer and educator Ed Soph, Duran honed his craft while attending the prestigious University of North Texas. It was there that he joined with the 6-time Grammy nominated group – The One O’Clock Lab Band. Currently, Duran is the drummer for Rare Americans, an alternative rock group known for specializing in animated music videos garnering over 350M streams. Additionally, his credits include performing with some of the world’s top jazz musicians ranging from Kurt Rosenwinkel to Ravi Coltrane and Larry Goldings.
Duran currently resides in Vancouver, Canada where he can be found performing or training the next generation of drummers.
Drum Lessons.
NEED A HOBBY?
If you’re interested in learning drums, you’ve come to the right place. Enjoy fun and interactive drumming side by side with Duran . Young to old, beginner or advanced, just ask.
Duran Ritz Vancouver Drum Lessons
4-1140 Clark Dr,
Vancouver, BC V5L 3K3, Canada
(604) 992-7478
Blog.
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