Dennis Frentzel + Musician in High Ridge, MO

SEEKING

ABOUT

I've been playing for many years – been on the road and in the studio. I'm focused on complementing the song. I have improvisational skills, can read charts, and using my own drum-charting technique, I can quickly play new material.

I enjoy creating and recording original music through a variety of collaborative processes. I also have lyrics/poems that I've written over years.

I'm currently playing for Rusty Nail and Rocket 88.

You can reach me at denfren at msn- or call 6three6five7nine4seven6eight

Screen name:

Dennis Frentzel

Member since:

Mar 18 2008

Active over 1 month ago

Level of commitment:

Committed

Years playing music:

50

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

More than 3 times per week

Available to gig:

1 night a week

Influences

At 13 I was listening to my older brother's Bebop albums and stuff like Guy Warren's African Talking Drums. I never really tried to copy anyone's style... just picked up on various patterns and dynamics. My philosophy is: 1) Don't overplay, 2) keep good time, 3) propel and frame the music, 4) try to be tasteful, and 5) compliment the group.

Instrument experience:

Drums:

Expert

EQUIPMENT

I have a comfortable studio/practice space equipped with drums/percussion, PA, keyboard (Yamaha Motif xf8), guitar and bass amps, mics, lights, etc.

MUSIC