Darin is an accomplished musician, songwriter and author with over 35 years experience performing and teaching. He studied at the McNally/Smith College of Music in Minneapolis and has a bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). He specializes in rock, pop, folk, jazz and contemporary worship music and regularly performs as a solo, duo and band leader. In addition he leads the Canyon Lake United Methodist Church worship band every Sunday.

Darin grew up in a small town in South Dakota and started playing at an early age. As a child he developed a love for singing and playing the guitar while performing in various church groups and occasionally in his father’s wedding dance band. He has always enjoyed being on stage while teaching others to find the joy in music. His experience as both a performer and instructor makes him a well-rounded musician for any occasion.