Tag Archives: Maynard Ferguson

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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Petaccia – Rock Big Band Drumming

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Roberto Petaccia is probably best known for his drumming with Maynard Ferguson’s big band. The first time we heard from Roberto Petaccia at “Modern Drummer” magazine was through a letter: “My name is Roberto Petaccia and I am … Continue reading →

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Frankie Dunlop — Complete Interview Pt 5 of 7

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Over the next few weeks I am making available my full interview, no edits, with Frankie Dunlop. The interview took place in 1984 in two sessions. The first session, on October 16, 1984, was at my former in-law’s … Continue reading →

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Frankie Dunlop – Complete Interview Pt 4 of 7

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Over the next few weeks I am making available my full interview, no edits, with Frankie Dunlop. The interview took place in 1984 in two sessions. The first session, on October 16, 1984, was at my former in-law’s … Continue reading →

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