MPSVDRUMS
CONTACT

SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Flute, Other, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Dobro, Vocalist - Alto, Trombone, Bagpipes.

ABOUT

I am a well trained percussionist. Extensive Drum set technique and world percussion knowledge, also well versed in classical and jazz studies. Studied jazz and Latin at Cuyahoga Community College and have since expanded my treasure chest of music knowledge with Rock, Soul, Afro-Carribean and Funk and Fusion genres. Finishing my BA in music performance. Im looking for work/gigs/teaching opportunities in the Cleveland Area. I have an extensive performace resume and knowledge of the music industry. Contact me with any opportunities that I may provide professional level commitment on drums/percussion.

Thanks N Peace

mpsvdrumslive

Screen name:
MPSVDRUMS
Member since:
Apr 14 2008
Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:
Very Committed
Years playing music:
12
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
More than 3 times per week
Available to gig:
6-7 nights a week
Most available:
Nights

Influences

All music and minds influence me. Top artists include Heracio "El Negro" Hernandez,Chad Smith, Chad Sexton, Michel Camilo, John Bohnam, Mitch Mithcel, Jaco, Alice n Chains, Elvin Jones, Miles Davis, Lionel Hampton, Jimi Hendrix,Mozart, Bach, and Beethoven and man the list goes on. I try to listen to as much diverse music and genres to be as eclectic as possible. I draw inspiration, motivation and creative ideas from everyone and most everything. Student of life attitude, love to learn and evolve my musical awareness and musical abilities. Especially in the world of rhythm, form, and percussion disciplines.

EQUIPMENT

Currently performing on a Pearl Masters birch set. 16x20 bass, Chad Smith 5.5x14 snare. 8x10 rack tom, 14x14 fl. tom. Pearl Hardware and pedals. Zildjian K Custom Cymbals. Cases for all, professional gigging equipment.

I have a huge collection of world percussion instruments including 2 Djembes, tabla, bongos, congas, timbales and timbaletoes, many cowbells rattles shakers and the like. Bells and mallet percussion instruments. Marching snare drum and other misc percussion and musical equipment.

MUSIC