Monthly Archives: October 2023

Mel Lewis Influences

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Looking again over my 1976-77 Mel Lewis interview transcript. Among Mel’s comments, deleted because there wasn’t room for them in his first Modern Drummer interview, are some interesting insights from the master drummer and storyteller. Asking drummers their … Continue reading →

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Roy Burns Drum Dealer Support Program

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Sabian Cymbal’s Deal Support Program including Roy Burns as drum clinician. Seems like a win-win for drum retailers. Based on what I’ve read, Burns said he entered into this deal with Sabian Cymbal Founder Bob Zildjian in or … Continue reading →

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John Robinson Zildjian Cymbal Set-up handout 198?

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I have a handful of these Zildjian Cymbal Set-Up handouts that were, I believe, meant to be used for note taking at drum clinics. I’ve already posted one for Vinnie Colaiuta and Steve Smith. As of this writing … Continue reading →

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Gregg Bissonette – I’m a Drummer

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTES: How times change! In November 1982 Gregg Bissonette sent his handwritten letter of introduction, on Maynard Ferguson stationary, to Modern Drummer Founder Ron Spagnardi. Today Greg Bissonette is among the world’s best known, respected, and loved drummers. The … Continue reading →

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Roberto Petaccia – Big Band Rock Playing

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This collection of papers is drummer Roberto Petaccia‘s first contact with Modern Drummer. It’s also an illustration of how an idea sent to MD in 1981 established a new relationship with an exciting drummer, which gave birth to … Continue reading →

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