Joseph Carpenter has been an instructor and freelance musician in DFW since 1998. He has a bachelor’s from Texas Wesleyan University and a master’s from The University of Texas at Arlington. He has participated in orchestras, big bands, cover bands, and various original projects in the rock, heavy metal, jazz, and country genres. He has many times been recognized in Fort Worth Weekly’s Music Awards for the categories of Best Drummer, Best Jazz Ensemble, Best Album, and Best Live Band. He has an international presence as both a performer and jazz clinician.