John W Sayre + Musician in Thurmont, MD

SEEKING

ABOUT

Drummer/percussionist. Performed for 10 yrs as full time military musician in USAF bands ('06-'16) where I played several hundred gigs with rock bands, jazz combos, big bands etc. I also have an orchestral background; performed with several regional orchestras over the years, graduated from Peabody in 2003. I can play to a click fine, show up on time, learn the tunes, play simply, in the pocket, and help load the gear.

The only genre I am not comfortable playing is metal (I like it, just never put in the time on the drums to learn it). Other than that, give me a ring if you think I can help out in any way.

Screen name:

John W Sayre

Member since:

Nov 17 2017

Active over 1 month ago

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years playing music:

25

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

More than 3 times per week

Available to gig:

4-5 nights a week

Influences

Steve Gadd, Levon Helm, Ringo, Jim Keltner, Eddie Bayers, James Gadson, Bernard Purdie, Al Jackson Jr.

Instrument experience:

Drums:

Expert

EQUIPMENT

Several drum sets. Various drum mics, monitors, all necessary XLRs, cables etc. Mackie DFX12 board. Congas, djembe, various shakers.

MUSIC