Houston native Terrence Hobdy started drum lessons at the age of six, a pursuit that led to his earning a master’s degree in jazz music from the University of North Texas. His teaching career began at the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary as an instructor of drum set, general percussion, and jazz studies. In 2020, Terence became the head of jazz studies at Booker T. Washington and continues his dedication to assisting younger local musicians gain the opportunity to grow as artists.