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Finn Wiest: Aurora
by La-Faithia White
Award-winning drummer Finn Wiest is a first-call sideman in the New York City Jazz scene. He has just finished his Master's degree at the City College of New York with Carl Allen, Steve Wilson and Mike Holobar. Born in Biberach An Der Riss, Germany, Wiest began playing drums at the age of four. He has performed and toured with renowned musicians such as Ray Gallon, Pablo Held, Florian Ross, and Tyreek McDole. As leader and ...
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by Carl Medsker
"Music chooses her musicians." --Patricia Barber In a small town in southern Germany, Finn Wiest heard her call and picked up the drumsticks at a young age. He worked his way to the Conservatory of Cologne, winning competitions and awards. New York City beckoned, where, in 2024, he earned a Master's degree from the City College of New York while also honing his skills as a busy sideman. Aurora (Self Produced, 2025) is the first release of his ...
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