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Read morePODCAST – Adam Wolfe
Drummer for Wonderland, Bandstand, Clueless the Musical, and more! Based in NYC since 2011, Adam came to New York by way of Houston, TX where he completed his Master’s Degree at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music(2008). Adam grew up in Northeast Ohio where he attended Cleveland State University (2006). Formally studying classical percussion throughout…
Read moreLove Letter · Peter Levin
‘Love Letter’ is one of my favorite songs written by Peter Levin. I’ve played this tune with Pete on many occasions live over the years. He finally captured it on “tape” a few years ago. Today, he released it as part of his new album. I loved playing on this track and hearing the finished…
Read moreWhy I’m The Black Neil Peart – Or I Thought I Was.
This photo was from the Manchester High School Battle of the Bands – circa 1982 or 1983. This is My Manchester High School “Battle Of The Bands” Story. Back during this time, I swore I was the black Neil Peart. Neil was the drummer of the rock band Rush. He’s on almost everyone’s top…
Read moreThe Long Journey of “Ain’t Too Proud”
It took us a few years to get there, but we made it. From the rehearsals and out-of-town opening at The Berkeley Rep Theater in 2017, to the Kennedy Center in the summer of 2018. Then, on to Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles and finishing up at the Princess Of Wales Theater in Toronto….
Read moreBill Lanham on the Broadway Drumming 101 Podcast
Parts one and two of his interview are out now. Listen to them wherever you get your podcasts. PART ONE- https://broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/p/podcast-bill-lanham-part-one PART TWO – https://broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/p/podcast-bill-lanham-part-two Bill has a lot of great things to say. Bill has worked with Lesley Gore, Melba Moore, Deborah Gibson, Fantasia, Eartha Kitt, and Ricky Martin. He’s conducted clinics at Universities…
Read moreBill Lanham on what drummers should know about playing drums in broadway musicals
Bill has worked with Lesley Gore, Melba Moore, Deborah Gibson, Fantasia, Eartha Kitt, and Ricky Martin. He’s conducted clinics at Universities and Educational Percussion conventions and on Broadway, he has held the percussion chair at “Wonderland” and “Jekyll and Hyde” and the drum chair at “Les Miserables”, “South Pacific”, “Evita”, and “Cats”. On my podcast,…
Read moreBroadway Drumming 101 Podcast Coming Soon!
This is your one-stop-shop for everything you’ll need to know about playing drums for broadway musicals. My podcast features conversations with my colleagues who currently hold drums chairs, showcases talks with broadway drumming legends, and highlights up-and-coming drummers breaking into the scene. There is a lot to learn. Subscribe now, so you don’t miss…
Read moreWhat Are The Secrets Of A Successful Freelance Career? Six things you need to know
A successful drummer doesn’t need to have the fastest chops or own the coolest gear. I feel it’s more important to develop your own style, be a pro, and fit in with the people you work with. A successful drummer should make the music he’s playing feel great. It helps tremendously if you just so…
Read moreWhat Are Readings And Workshops? Getting in on the ground floor of something special.
Getting in on the ground floor of a musical is a fantastic experience. If you are fortunate enough to be asked, you’ll get to see the development of a show from its beginnings; up to opening night and beyond. One way to be a part of this process is to play in a reading and,…
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