Monthly Archives: February 2015

Terri Lyne Carrington: The Spiritual Journey of Being Creative

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Scott K Fish

For Terri Lyne Carrington, drumming is a spiritual act by Alexander Varty on February 11th, 2015 at 12:13 PM …Terri Lyne Carrington cites Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Jack DeJohnette as her primary mentors. Like DeJohnette, she’s honed her technique … Continue reading →

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Lillian Barney: 70 Years ‘Humming and Drumming’

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: What a gift. Ms. Barney is a living link to 70-years of drumset history. I wonder if anyone in Canton, OH has recorded her stories for future generations of musicians. Canton drummer still jamming for 70 years Feb, … Continue reading →

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‘Birdman’ Composer Sanchez: One of the Hardest Things You Can Do

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Scott K Fish

‘Birdman’ Composer Antonio Sanchez on the Difficulties of Playing the Drum-Score Live by Chris Willman 2/12/2015 5:47pm PST Jazz percussionist Antonio Sánchez has never had the chance to do a two-hour drum solo in concert before. But that’s effectively what … Continue reading →

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Densmore: Kreiger Wrote ‘Light My Fire,’ Not Morrison

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Part 4: Doors Drummer John Densmore Talks About Preserving Band’s Legacy By Jim Clash Contributor John Densmore: ….I had hoped…we would pay the rent for 10 years, and my hair is grey now. And that’s another thing about money. We … Continue reading →

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Venzella Joy Williams: Living Out Her Dream

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Young, Gifted & Black: Beyonce’s Drummer, Venzella Joy Williams BY STARR NATHAN Success doesn’t happen by accident. Venzella Joy Williams, better known to family and friends as Joy is a testament to that. Venzella Joy Williams: “For years and years I … Continue reading →

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