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Andrei Slavinsky's relationship with jazz began in his childhood. Now, he passes on his experience and knowledge of drumming ...

Jack DeJohnette, the jazz drummer, pianist, and bandleader who played on Miles Davis’ Bitches Brew and worked closely with Sonny Rollins, Keith Jarrett, and many other jazz luminaries, has died. His ...

Mauricio de Souza Quintet. At the 22nd Red Bank Jazz & Blues Festival. When: Noon Sunday. Where: Marina Stage at Marine Park, One Wharf Ave., Red Bank. How much: Free. Call (732) 933-1984 or visit ...

Matt Brennan's Kick It: A Social History Of The Drum Kit is a complex, meticulously researched piece of work that spans several centuries. In the course of over three hundred pages, Brennan explores ...

DeJohnette was celebrated for his ability to perform across various genres, from rock and jazz, to experimental and avant-garde styles Renowned jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette died on Sunday, Oct. 26, in ...

Steve Gadd played drums on memorable hits like “The Hustle” and “50 ways to leave your lover.” Gadd’s immense talent was apparent early. He jammed with Dizzy Gillespie at age 11. He built his drum kit ...

Proximity highlights the potential of the drums, while The Declaration of Musical Independence emphasizes soundscapes. Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead says Cyrille's albums are a study in contrasts. This ...

Albert “Tootie” Heath, a self-taught jazz drummer who backed John Coltrane and Nina Simone and later teamed with his brothers on several recordings, died on April 3. He was 88. Heath died at a ...

The Rolling Stones were one of the most flamboyant bands in rock and roll history, whose sound was built on the reserved and ...

Roy Haynes was one of the last giants of modern jazz who was present at its birth. His eight decades of drumming spanned from the swing and bebop eras to the avant-garde. Haynes played with just about ...