SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, 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, Steel guitar, Upright bass, Cello, Accordion, Ukulele, DJ, Electronic Music, Clarinet, Harp.ABOUT
I am a drummer/percussionist looking to play in a local band. I play all styles of music. I love rock, blues, salsa, jazz, blues, funk, tejano, r&b, hip hop, ska, alternative, country, gospel, pop, contemporary christian, afro cuban, smooth jazz, etc. I can play various styles and I read music. Whether you are looking for a full set or acoustic setup for small gigs, I am fully prepared and experienced to adapt in any setting.
- Screen name:
- Derek Rivera
- Member since:
- Sep 07 2015
- Active within 24 hours
- Level of commitment:
- Just for Fun
- Years playing music:
- 25
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 1 time per week
- Available to gig:
- 1 night a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
My influences are Alex Gonzalez from Mana, Dave Wekle, Omar Hakim, Horacio Hernandez, Steve Smith, Giovanni Hidalgo, Tito Puente, karl Perazzo, Raul Rekow, Thomas Lang, Marco Minneman, etc.
Instrument experience:
- Drums:
- Advanced
- Other Percussion:
- Advanced
- Background Singer:
- Moderate
EQUIPMENT
Pearl Master Custom Maple 6pc. w/Zildjian A Custom Cymbals
Pearl Sound Check Jazz Kit 4pc. w/Zildjian K Custom Hybrid Cymbals
LP Congas, Bongos, Timbales, Cajon, Djembe, and other Auxiliary Percussion.
CALENDAR
Past Events
The Jake Cortez Band will be performing at the Flying Pig in Brownsville Tx.
Charles Hearn Latin Jazz Sextet will be performing at the Halfmoon Saloon in Brownsville Tx
