In 2009, Tom assumed the role of percussion arranger/composer for the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps, after serving as the front ensemble arranger since 2002.  Prior to his involvement with the Bluecoats, he was a marching and staff member with the Cadets of Bergen County.

Tom is currently a percussionist with the United States Air Force Band, stationed at Bolling AFB Washington, DC; a position he has held since 1997. He received a Bachelor of Arts in percussion performance from Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he studied under Dr. Gary Olmstead and Dr. Jack Stamp.

Tom is in demanad as an arranger, clinician, consultant, and adjudicator for groups across the country.  He is proud to be a signature artist for Innovative Percussion and also endorses Evans Drumheads.

Tom currently resides in Laurel, MD with his wife Tricia, and their dog Petey.