Monthly Archives: November 2014

Elvin Jones’s Room

SKF NOTE: For a time in the late sixties, [Elvin Jones] lived in a first-floor room at the Chelsea Hotel. The room was long and narrow and dark, and it was clearly a bachelor’s nest. The bed hadn’t been made, … Continue reading

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Brian Tichy: The Importance of Consistency

SKF NOTE: I don’t know Brian Tichy, neither am I familiar with his drumming. But his advice here is spot on for drumset players in all kinds of bands. I will have to give Mr. Tichy a listen. GlideMagazine.com DRUMMER … Continue reading

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Alison Geal Wins World Juvenile Solo Tenor Drum Championship

Coatbridge pupil is a world beater Practice makes perfect for drummer Alison / November 24, 2014 A Coatbridge pupil with a passion for drumming has surpassed all her expectations after being crowned world champion. Alison Geal (16) won the World Solo … Continue reading

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Val Sepulveda: What I Want To Do For the Rest of My Life

Nov 22, 2014 11:43 AM EST Latin Music Artist News 2014: Chilean Drummer Val Sepulveda Talks Career, Rise to Top of Male-Dominated Music Scene (Exclusive) By Melissa Castellanos “I have always felt a special connection with the drums. Even as … Continue reading

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Alphonse Mouzon: Weather Report Was Sort of Draining

SKF NOTE: Alphonse Mouzon was in McCoy Tyner‘s group when he gave this interview, comparing his experience playing with Tyner and Weather Report. Tyner’s group also included Calvin Hill (bass), Sonny Fortune (reeds, flute). Mouzon was with Weather Report for … Continue reading

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