October November 1980 – Volume 4 • Number 5
Articles in October November 1980
Driver's Seat: Listening and Learning
by Mel Lewis If you're interested in becoming a competent big band drummer, it's very important you do some research. When I say research, I don't mean back ten years or so. You've got to dig back further than that,…
Rudimental Symposium: Alex Duthart: Close Up
Rudimental Symposium Alex Duthart: Close Up by Keith Duff and Neil Kirby with Sandy and Michael St. James Alex Duthart, renowned drum major from the Shotts and Dykehead Pipe Band of Shotts, Scotland, is a leader in the field of…
Concepts: Drumming and Breathing
Concepts Drumming and Breathing by Roy Burns The concepts and methods presented in this column represent my own personal experiences. They are not intended to be the last word on the subject, nor should they be construed as the only…
Mick Fleetwood - The Power Of Fleetwood Mac
Mick Fleetwood The Power Of Fleetwood Mac by Robyn Flans Because few drummers are as well publicized as Mick Fleetwood of the reknown Fleetwood Mac, he has become a celebrity, making him one of the most identifiable drummers in music…
ROY HAYNES: Jazz Legend Still Goin' Strong
I remember being slightly nervous about meeting Roy Haynes. He and I had spoken with each other on the telephone a few times and I'd just seen him perform the week before at a Long Island jazz club. It was…
Louie Bellson
Louie Bellson At the root of Louie Bellson's talent lies a wealth of knowledge, perseverance and the hunger for constant improvement. His consistent quest to remain abreast of the times and changes is rewarding to him and his audiences…