Educator

Lane is a passionate percussion educator that believes in the idea of a "total percussionist." His involvement in both marching percussion and concert percussion have influenced his teaching philosophy to one that encourages the development of a performer who is not only well rounded musically and technically, but is adaptable to any kind of music, and sensitive to every sound made.  

Rhythm X

The 2026 WGI season will be Lane's tenth year on staff at Rhythm X Inc. (Indianapolis, IN), where he currently serves as the Front Ensemble Caption Head for the world-renowned PIW indoor percussion ensemble. 

In addition to his involvement with Rhythm X front ensemble, Lane is also a clinician for The X Academy, a educational clinic series that uses the Rhythm X Inc. brand to influence thousands of students across the globe. 

The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps

The 2026 season will be Dr. Summerlin's fifth year working with the Cavaliers. He currently holds the position of Percussion Caption Manager.