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Conservatory trained musician. I played in a US Army band. I have played in small jazz groups and big bands. I played in one of the house bands at the Cincinnati Playboy Club. I can play almost any style of music.
While in college, I had the pleasure of playing a jazz festival with Dizzy Gillespie. I also played a gig with the Ink Spots.
- Screen name:
- john1099457
- Member since:
- Nov 16 2015
- Active within 2 weeks
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 60
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Available to gig:
- 6-7 nights a week
Influences
Joe Morello, Buddy Rich, Louis Bellson, Art Blakey, Tito Puente, Philly Joe Jones, Max Roach, Kenny Clarke, Ed Shaughnessy, Mel Lewis.
Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Thelonius Monk, Charlie Parker, Dave Brubeck, John Coltrane,
Instrument experience:
- Drums:
- Expert
- Other Percussion:
- Expert
EQUIPMENT
vintage Ludwig classic set (Chicago)
Rogers Dyna-Sonic snare
