Tag Archives: Scott K Fish

George Marsh – Clear for Direct Expression

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Drum Channel‘s Don Lombardi, in the video with this post, introduces drummer George Marsh as an “unsung hero” who “should be world renowned.” My introduction to Marsh was first through his Modern Drummer Advisory Board membership. Then through … Continue reading →

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Do Drum Clinics Sell Drums?

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: For a brief period, after stepping down as Modern Drummer‘s managing editor, I worked as the Northeast Sales Representative for the Gretsch Musical Instrument Co. These two “Gretsch Percussion Artist” lists were included in a three-ring-binder full of … Continue reading →

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In Search of Barbara Borden

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Having come across drummer Barbara Borden’s note recently, I had hoped to pass along an up-to-date location/itinerary for Borden with this blog post. She does have a web site. She is the subject of a 2012 documentary, Keeper … Continue reading →

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Mel Learns Roach from Dunlop

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This exchange is from the full transcript of my September 8, 1977 Mel Lewis interview. Modern Drummer magazine used my edited transcript as Mel’s first MD feature interview. You can see in the photo I’ve included with this … Continue reading →

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Sherrie Maricle – Bandleader-Drummer: Swinging with Purpose!

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I don’t remember the exact moment learned about drummer/bandleader Sherrie Maricle. But it was probably through the “THE JAZZ NETWORK WORLDWIDE & NOT JUST JAZZ NETWORK” Linkedin group. Our conversation centers mostly on Maricle’s current activities – which … Continue reading →

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