Drummer

The movie Whiplash directed by Damien Chazelle is a heart-rending story about a young drummer and his endeavour to become one of the great Jazz drummers. The grind and determination of the story's nature instills itself well to the exploration of the forces behind motivation and how it influences human actions. Throughout the movie, Andrew has to sacrifice smaller, more basic needs in order to reach the level of drumming demanded by his conductor, Fletcher. Starting off slow with physical needs,…

complex rhythms were a bit overwhelming as a fourteen-year-old. That all changed with the helping hands of Ryan Haack. He showed me that while it was important to get better as a drummer, having fun and making memories was the most important thing to take away from high school. Ryan Haack was my role model as a drummer, a college student, and as a person. Ryan was one of the first person I was introduced to in high school. Everyone remembers being a freshman and trying not to do anything…

Iconic vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson [1941-2016] was honored in a musical celebration colored by great performances of dearest fellows from different generations. In addition to an incredible instrumentalist, Hutcherson was a master composer who left an indelible mark over the course of a rich five-decade career. Classic records like Dialogue, Components, Oblique, and Cirrus will be forever in my heart. At the time we arrived at the packed St. Peter’s Church, vibraphonist Joe Locke was reading…

Texas State Jazz Ensemble: Special Guess Steve Houghton- Music Critique The Texas State Jazz ensemble, with special guest drummer Steve Houghton, was filled with an uplifting set list. A mixture of trumpets, drums, piano, saxophones, bass, guitar, and trombones played harmoniously with distinct soloist for each song. The Texas State Jazz ensemble did a wonderful job, especially their solo performers. Steve Houghton was also quite fantastic, living up to his name. The overall experience was very…

my experience as a leader i have gained knowledge of what it takes to be a leader and be the foundation that holds a team together. Playing in an Advanced Jazz Ensemble opportunity to take control and be responsible for the whole band. I was the Drummer in the band and the music director assigned the leader of the rhythm section.…

together to create tremendous music. Robotrip is an Alternative Rock band that started a little over a year ago. The Members are CSU student and Bassist/Vocalist, Andy Creech; CSU student and Guitarist, Jack Rohde; Vocalist/Guitarist, Joe Smith; and Drummer, Kyle Huckleberry. Originally, a few of the members were a part of a different band, but due to schedule conflicts, they were not were not very productive. The remaining members, Creech,Rohde, and Smith, decided to keep the band going and…

record deal, Epstein came through with an audition with George Martin at Parlophone records. He was impressed by their sound, so he decided to take them in. George was a fan of all except Pete Best. No drummer on the band they hand to find one as soon as possible. The name was Ringo Starr, a drummer who left his band “Rory and the Hurricanes” to join The Beatles The reason why the rose to fame wasn’t only because of their music, it was how they rocked their style. Their suits and the hair, made…

Hey, that's right it's me, the best in the business. No need to get star struck, I promise.(pause for laughter) I may be the best drummer, from the best band, with the best set, but I hope you can handle the radical emanating off this stage. (Shrug) Oh right, for those of you who don't know, my name's (point to self) Tommy Lee. The famous drummer of Motley Crüe, one of the best bands of this decade. You probably are just here for the autographs at the end, but you're going to sit through this…

than the heart of one of the greatest bands of all time. He is a lifetime musician, a role model for generations of musicians and a true lover of his profession. Ringo Starr, musician, songwriter, singer, and actor; who gained global fame as the drummer for the Beatles, has changed the music industry in an unfathomable amount of ways. Starr was appointed a Knight Bachelor in the 2018 New Year Honours for services to music. He was knighted in an ordination ceremony at Buckingham Palace by Prince…

Hero Definition Essay “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” (Joseph Campbell). Heroes are the cornerstone of society. They are the people to admire and look up to. Heroism is interpreted in many ways, but what exactly is the correct definition? A true hero benefits others before themselves, is dedicated, but they are not always acknowledged for their good deeds. People who benefit others before themselves show that they care more…