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Anton Fig

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Anton began playing drums at age four. After performing in numerous successful local rock bands he moved to Boston to further pursue his musical interests. His formal education included studies at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, studying both jazz and classical disciplines graduating with Honors in 1975. In 1976 he moved to New York where he began to establish a career as a freelance musician. Anton is presently a member of the "CBS Orchestra" appearing nightly on 'Late Show with David Letterman' - a position he has held since 1986. During this tenure he has played with scores of great artists including Miles Davis, James Brown, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Winwood, Bonnie Raitt and Tony Bennett

Adam Carlson

Born: December 18, 1991

Adam Carlson is a Bend native living in Eugene, Oregon as a freelance musician. He graduated from the University of Oregon in 2014 with a bachelors degree in Jazz studies (Cum Laude), and performs frequently around Eugene and the Northwest. Adam plays many styles of music including jazz, rock, latin, funk, and pop. He has played drums on numerous albums, and has performed with many Eugene musicians, and UO faculty members. Adam is interested in many styles of music, and dedicates time to compose and arrange his own music. Adam also teaches private drum lessons in Eugene: all ages, skill levels, and styles. Full Biography ADAM CARLSON – Eugene drummer – is a native of Bend, Oregon and was born in 1991

Rob Rhodes

Rob Rhodes drummer from Oakland CA, has performed in the San Francisco bay area for over 20 years. Studied at College of Alameda, and San Francisco State University, Plays various styles: Rock, Jazz, Funk, Latin, Blues, etc. Specialties:Rock, Jazz, R&B, Fusion, odd meters Performed with the following artists: Citizen Rhythm Terrence Brewer The Fred Ross Project Shane Dwight Lena Sunday Mary Jenson Ledisi Rob Rhodes Trio Mary Wilson Joyce Cooling Dara Tucker Rueben Wilson( Organist) Ed Kelly Robert Stewart Mel Saunders Faye Carol Denise Pierre Jenna Mammina Carla Cook Regina Carter Jeff Chambers Ray Obiedo Tony Lindsay (from Santana) Taylor P

Oliver Steidle

The drums, more than any other instrument, have developed significantly in recent years in terms of playing technique and musical function. Jazz drummers have moved beyond the role of the accompanist, to an equal musical partner. Indeed, now they are often band leaders and composers. Their playing is not only defined by the beat, but also through their sound. Extremely fast tempi, huge dynamic range, as well as highly virtuosic poly-rhythmic playing are these days generally a matter of course. German drummer, Oliver Steidle, “ who pulls all the strings with sensitivity and efficiency “, “ an ace of dynamic and rhythmic flexibility”, “ a drummer who has developed from rhythmic servitude into a totally emancipated and unique musician”, has been influential in this development

Rick Drumm

Rick Drumm is president of D’Addario & Company, manufacturer of D’Addario guitar, bass and violin strings, Evans Drumheads, Pro-Mark Drumsticks, Rico Reeds, Puresound percussion products and Planet Waves accessories, and has spent his life as an active player. Rick Drumm and Fatty Necroses features Drumm, guitarist and University of North Texas professor Fred Hamilton, guitarist and Utah State University teacher Corey Christiansen, trombonist and San Antonio-based teacher Mike Brumbaugh, bassist and teacher John Benitez, trumpeter and teacher Pete Grimaldi, acclaimed Cuban pianist Axel Tosca Laugart and Yamaha, Jody Jazz and Rico Reeds Saxophonist, and Savoy Jazz recording artist, Frank Catalano. In 2009, Drumm was diagnosed with cancer

Reinhardt Melz

About Drummer Reinhardt Melz is by far the busiest drummer in the Portland, Oregon area. While working nearly every night as most people's "first call" drummer, Reinhardt also keeps a busy touring schedule with pop icon Gino Vannelli. Hailed as one of those rare guys that can play any style with authority, Reinhardt really shines in every setting. Having gigged since before he could drive, Reinhardt has worked with Gino Vannelli, Curtis Salgado, Charmaine Neville, Buddy Guy, Lloyd Jones, Bobby Torres, Victor Little, Reggie Houston, Allen Hinds, Patrick Lamb, Ernestine Anderson, Randy Porter, Tony Furtado, Jeff Lorber, and many, many more. Biography Reinhardt Melz has been on the North West professional music scene since 1987

Trevor Anderies

Resolve, innovation, and passion define Trevor Anderies’ musical direction. Based in Los Angeles, California, he performs locally and on the international scene with many groups including Slumgum, The Walsh Set Trio, The Jon Armstrong Jazz Orchestra, Dan Rosenboom, Neelamjit Dhillon, The Nigerian Talking Drum Ensemble, and The Trevor Anderies Quintet. Amongst his many teachers have been Joe LaBarbara, Bennie Maupin, Art Lande, Randy Gloss, Paul Romaine, and Larry Koonse. In addition, Trevor has studied Ewe music from Ghanian Master Drummer Alfred Ladzekpo, and Tabla from North Indian Master Swapan Chaudhuri

Aaron Kimmel

Erik Teichmann

Born: April 10, 1982

Drummer out of Phoenix, AZ, performing in a wide variety of groups in the Phoenix Metro area. in a wide variety of groups in the Phoenix Metro area. Genres include Jazz, Latin, Funk, Blues, Rock, Pop, RnB, Experimental, Dixieland, Second Line, Electronic, Avante Garde, and Indie Rock.

David Rozenblatt

Born: December 28, 1973

David Rozenblatt’s talents have drawn him to all corners of the globe and all styles of music, performing in the world’s most revered concert halls as well as intimate nightclubs. He has performed and collaborated with some of the finest talents in Pop, Jazz and Classical music, including Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Neil Diamond, John Legend, Usher, Baby Face, John Mayer, Reba McEntire, Bette Midler, Leon Russell, Alice Cooper, Ronnie Wood, The Killers, Dr. John, Darlene Love, Cindy Lauper, Donna Summer, Judy Collins, Micky Dolenz, David Foster, Lara Fabian, Katherine McPhee, Jennifer Hudson, Esperanza Spalding, The Ronettes, Paul Shaffer, Little Anthony, Bobby Womack, Ronnie Wood, Dave Koz, Joe Zawinul, Paquito DíRivera, Ornette Coleman, Pierre Boulez, Dimitri Hvorostovsky, Vladimir Spivakov and Elliot Carter