Trilian Krug

United States

Teacher/School: Chelsea High School

My name is Trilian Krug and I am 16 years old. I have been playing percussion for seven years and drum set for six. I love listening to all forms of music including heavy metal drummers, country artists with a story to tell, singer songwriters, and many aspiring musicians no matter their genre.

In school, I enjoy being center snare for our drumline and participating in a variety of music events. Outside of school, I am a part of four bands and we get the thrill of playing our original music live. For the past two years I have also been teaching percussion and drum set to younger students. My private drum instructors, band directors, and MSBOA’s All-State conductors are just a few of my heroes. They have shown me music is more than just an art form. It is a way of life.

I chose to play “Forget Me Too” by Machine Gun Kelly not because of the artist’s lyrics, or the drummer’s style and edgy rhythms, but because of how this song allows me to let go and think of nothing but playing drums. Whether smiling or focused, I love drumming because I like the challenge of moving all four of my limbs at once while singing at the same time. Drumming exposes me to many artists and people and allows me to embrace all forms of music, immersing myself in a world of connection and opportunity. Drummers captivate a crowd and contain the power to move the band. We may sit in the back, but we sit upon a throne. I want to make a difference in the world of music while inspiring others to do the same.

20 Comments

  1. Mark Mohre on April 2, 2023 at 6:40 am

    Great drummer, well done

    • Shandra Bremer on April 19, 2023 at 4:56 am

      My favorite drummer!! You rock!

  2. Mark Mohre on April 2, 2023 at 6:41 am

    Great drummer, well done Trilian

  3. Holly on April 2, 2023 at 10:49 am

    Awesome!

  4. Chris Putnam on April 2, 2023 at 3:44 pm

    Keep kick’n. Awesome influence musically on others.

  5. Katie Minnick on April 3, 2023 at 12:58 pm

    You are such a talent!

  6. Michael Krug on April 6, 2023 at 5:54 pm

    Awesome

  7. Kimber Zatkovich on April 10, 2023 at 3:22 am

    This red headed rocker is on fire! The passion and commitment to your craft shines through whenever you perform. You light up the stage with your rhythms, your smile, and that red hair! She not only hits like a girl…this girl’s groove comes from her soul. Rock on Tril!

  8. Lisa Hinz-Johnson on April 12, 2023 at 4:30 am

    Fantastic, Trilian! Mad skills!! ❤️ 🥁 ❤️

  9. Jillian Anderson on April 12, 2023 at 5:10 am

    Awesome skills Trilian!!

  10. Donna Harris on April 15, 2023 at 5:54 am

    I’m so looking forward to seeing you on the 28th!
    You are going places with your talent! Awesome!!

  11. Valerie Johnson on April 16, 2023 at 7:26 am

    You’re an amazing drummer! – Silas

  12. Katie Klink on April 19, 2023 at 6:07 am

    So proud of you Tril!!

  13. Linda Detterman on April 19, 2023 at 11:06 am

    Wow – amazing talent!!

  14. Penny Trinkle on April 19, 2023 at 5:15 pm

    You’re truly a talented musician!

  15. Michelle Mykala on April 19, 2023 at 7:02 pm

    You’re an amazing musician Tril! 💕

  16. VICKI CANALES on April 20, 2023 at 4:07 am

    Awesome drummer

  17. Marlene Segal on April 20, 2023 at 10:18 pm

    Well done Trilian! SO proud of you!

  18. Chris Frayer on April 21, 2023 at 3:28 pm

    Awesome!

  19. Amy Busch on April 22, 2023 at 10:55 am

    Always fun watching you play!

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