Mel Corcino was born in Puerto Rico and he grew up in the great Town of Juncos.

 

Professionally, Mel has a degree in Chemistry from the University of Puerto Rico, Humacao. He was student of the percussion department in the "Escuela Libre de Musica" (Caguas, Puerto Rico) under the supervision of well-known percussionist Jose "Pepe" Torres. 

 

Also, Mel had taken lessons with Global Ambassador Dom Famularo and Nate Dobas. Currently, he is self-studying using education materials from Tommy Igoe, Steve Smith, Dom Famularo, Dave Weckl, John Riley and Pat Petrillo. 

 

Mel had the opportunity to play in great bands growing up back in Puerto Rico. These bands were Orbe Azul (Latin Pop Rock; 1996-1998), Sweet Spirit (Christian R&B), Nueva Identidad (Christian Pop Rock), Orlando Pabellon Jazz Quintet (Latin Jazz).

Mel relocated with his family to CT, USA on March 2004. Currently, he resides in the Town of Salem.

 

Mel teaches drums at The Music Bureau in Salem, CT. If you want to contact Mel for lessons or for gigs,  please email mmcorcino@yahoo.com or call (860) 287-7584.

Mel Corcino had played and/or recorded with the following bands/artist:

Exaudio (Christian Rock)

Tune Chic (Blues Rock)

Bickley Rivera (Caribbean)

Progmatic (Modern Rock)
Hope Road - Bob Marley Tribute (Reggea)

Sunday Gravy (Jam)

Sharon Green (Christian Traditional)
Enny Corner (Classic Rock)
Orbe Azul (Latin Pop Rock)
Sweet Spirit (Christian R&B)
Nueva Identidad (Christian Pop Rock)
Orlando Pabellón Jazz Quintet (Latin Jazz)
Roy McLean (Christian Southern Rock)
PS32 (Christian Blues/Dance)
Mary Shuttleworth (Christian Contemporary)
Brian Bergman (Christian Praise & Worship)
Jennifer Hill (Indie Rock)