Latin Home Musicians Calendar Photos-Tunes Contacts ~ Fernando Gomez ~ Timbales ~ Drums ~ Percussion ________________________________________________________________________________ Fernando, was born and raised in San Diego to a family rich in musical diversity, so from a young age he has always been exposed to most genres of music. Fernando had an attraction to the rhythm section in music, so at the age of 11, he started picking up the drums. During this time he taught himself the drums and began playing with many different local musicians.  In high school Fernando realized he wanted to make playing music his life rather than just a hobby, so he joined the school drumline, learned proper technique, and learned how to play many different styles of music, which has brought him to where he is today.  Fernando has studied with drumming greats such as Dave Weckl, Horacio“ El Negro” Hernandez, Steve Smith, and more.   He has played with many local professional jazz musicians, and he records frequently at EarthBound Recording studios. Currently Fernando performs regularly with the Chase Morrin Trio, the Karla Irish Jazz Trio, the Southwestern College Afro-Cuban jazz Ensemble and the MiraCosta College Latin Jazz Orchestra.  Fernando is 19 and just graduated Eastlake high school.  He is attending South Western College this year.   This website, music, pictures and all the contents are linked to www.chasemorrin.com.  Email Chase morrin if you have any comments or find any errors at chasemorrin@yahoo.com. Copyright © 2008 All Rights Reserved