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Craftsman with Heart of a Teacher Gets Back His Drums

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Scott K Fish

Pals put ‘heirloom’ drum kit back in maker’s hands Sherry Lucas, The Clarion-Ledger 11:26 p.m. CST November 27, 2014 Beloved metro Jackson drummer Joe Partridge Jr. was gifted with a set he’d made nearly 18 years ago, as pals pulled … Continue reading →

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Joe Morello on Buddy Rich Part 1

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Revisiting the transcript of my 1979 interview with Joe Morello today. Five or six times Joe Morello said some things about Buddy Rich which were new to me. I also found Joe’s remarks instructive and/or funny. So, I … Continue reading →

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Elvin Jones’s Room

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Scott K Fish

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

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Scott K Fish

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

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Scott K Fish

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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