Turns out that almost everybody who works and teaches here is either a college kid, married, or still eats at mom's every week. Several of us are parents. We're stable and can relate to lots of different people-rich, poor, loners, family folks, proper, slobby, mature, annoying-it's all good. The music we pipe over the house systems have no parental advisories and we welcome kids (I didn't say we're free babysitters!). Soccer moms shouldn’t ever be anxious about being over-testosteroned by a staff who can’t relate; seasoned pros will find great stuff from folks who get it. If you've been to the other stores, but haven't been to Supersonic Music, we think you'll be pleasantly surprised!
Howdy! First and foremost, I'm a Christian. Not just a church attendant, I'm a sinner who has been saved by God's Grace, through the Holy Spirit, by the cleansing power of the blood of Jesus Christ. Next in line, I'm a husband of 17+ years, a father of 3 supergreat kids, and a musician of 30+ years. I've been drumming for longer than many of my customers have been alive. I've been teaching for over 23 years in various settings, but now mainly lecture/demonstrations at universities, libraries, schools, etc; and my private studio, currently teaching on Tuesdays. I’m in a Kansas Arts Commission panel reviewed band called Voyager, playing across Kansas at schools and for community events. I also venture forth to various music festivals and conventions where I represent the stores &, demonstrate drumming techniques, and sell drums to folks.
I grew up with music. Dad was a high school band director, and I just loved whacking on stuff. I'd always visit garage sales, flea markets, and music stores wherever I went. I was always looking for that cool cymbal or nifty snare. I was just bothered by the haughty attitude of the stores I visited. Over and over, I didn't seem good enough-sales dudes creepin' around like I was going to sneak that new drumrack up my sleeve (or more often just never bothering to talk at all); cool stuff in out of reach places WAY too often; and most frustrating of all, staff who didn't know what they were talking about but acting like they did. I thought that if I ever had a store, folks could relax and we'd never be afraid to say, "I don't know."
I love to chat and make you think. If I can make you laugh, all the better. Trouble is, with 5 businesses (2 stores, a drum company, an internet venture, and the portable vending booths at music festivals), family and church activities, and an occasional nap, I don't have as much time to chat as I'd like to. Feel free to catch up with me and wax philosophic all you like-just don't be too bummed if I gotta cut short for an appointment or tend to the Spanish speaking customers (I'm still the only one 'round here who goes there).
I am of the opinion that the buck stops here. I feel ultimately responsible for the actions of those in my employ and urge you to bark at me if they screw up. This is how I can know if you are being disserved. Otherwise, if someone 'round here ruffles your feathers too much but no one knows, how can anyone fix it? Please offer me the honor of an opportunity to repair any wrongs. Know, though, I don't subscribe to the adage that the customer is always right. If you're lying, you're wrong.
What else to say? I could go on for hours, but you have the rest of a website to surf, so just ask if you wanna know more.
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