ABOUT THE ARTIST

Ken Bergman is a mix of accomplished educator and professional musician. A native Californian, he spent his childhood summers traveling the back roads of Mississippi with his grandfather, where he learned the importance of a Ford pick-up, bass fishin' and family.

He holds California Teaching Credentials in music, drama and mathematics. As a Music Specialist, he has been recognized for his innovative educational methods.

As an actor, he had performed the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar," Cornelius Hackle in "Hello Dolly," Zack in "A Chorus Line," and has appeared in numerous stage productions including "West Side Story," and "Pump Boys and Dinettes."

Best known for his musicianship, he has performed throughout the world including the Theatre de la Paris, Royal Albert Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Symphony Hall in Toronto and Minneapolis, as well as New York and Berlin.

A Shellie-Award winning musical director, he has conducted "The Sound of Music," "West Side Story," "Into the Woods," and has percussed in over 50 musical productions including "Sweeney Todd," "A Chorus Line," and "Cabaret."

When he is not beating on things, Mr. Bergman heads to the Sierra to fulfill his passion for snow skiing. He is an active member of the National Ski Patrol at Sugar Bowl and serves on the Regional Board of Directors. He currently resides in Northern California with Zoot and Zephyr -- his two golden retrievers. When he grows up, he hopes he can remember how to be a kid.