BioPercussionist, composer, and arranger SHANE SHANAHAN has combined his studies of drumming traditions from around the world with his background in jazz, rock, and Western art music to create a very unique, highly sought after style. In addition to being an original member of the SilkRoad Ensemble, he has performed with Bobby McFerrin, James Taylor, Aretha Franklin, Philip Glass, Alison Krauss, Chaka Khan and Deep Purple, among others, and has appeared multiple times, at the White House playing for President and First Lady Obama. He frequently hosts workshops and clinics at the world’s leading universities and museums and serves as one of Silkroad’s Education Ensemble Advisors to help design and implement residencies, workshops, and education programs. Shane also collaborates actively with the dance, theater, and yoga communities in the New York area, including several stints on Broadway.