LIVE CHAT WITH JOHN RILEY (The Art of Bop Drumming)

John Riley and I went live to talk about both jazz and funk drums, share our experiences in the gigging world, mess around on our drum sets and answer some questions! 

John is a very well-known New York drummer and author of the famous "The Art of Bop Drumming," one of the most important books on jazz drumming. He is a professor at the Manhattan School of Music and drummer for the famous Vanguard Big Band at New York’s Village Vanguard.

Schedule a private Zoom lesson with John by sending an email to: john@johnriley.org 

You can find John's books for purchase below on Amazon:
THE ART OF BOP DRUMMING https://www.amazon.com/Art-Bop-Drummi...
BEYOND BOP DRUMMING https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Bop-Dru... - - - - - 

Pick up a copy of "Advanced Funk Drumming" and "Give the Drummers Some!" today at my website below: http://www.funkydrummer.com

Check out his School of Jazz at http://www.jazzydrummer.com

LIVE CHAT WITH RAY MARCHICA (Broadway Drummer and Recording Artist)

Ray Marchica is a well-known drummer and recording artist most known for his long stint as one of Broadway’s most in-demand drummers but who also played on James Brown’s super hit Living In America.

Ray graduated from Brooklyn College, where he studied percussion with the famous Morris Lang of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. He has appeared on countless sessions, Broadway productions and TV shows. He is a longstanding member of numerous jazz ensembles and has performed with the likes of Phil Collins, Cher, and Marc Anthony. His Broadway and theater credits include working at Radio City Music Hall and as the house drummer for “A Chorus Line", and the hit Broadway production "Mamma Mia". 

Ray and I went live to chat about his experiences in the Broadway world, his classical training with Morris Lang and recording with James Brown. We even had a mini live jam session trading 4’s. You can find more info about Ray and contact him through his website: www.raymarchica.com

Jim Toscano chats with Jim, JT & JP go at it

Jim Toscano is a well-known drummer and educator. He has chatted with David Garibaldi, Dave Weckl and many others. He has also helped these drummers and Jim to set up their technical equipment for live recording and streaming in their studios. And he works as a member of the Sabian drum education team.

Jim Toscano: “In this episode I’m joined by my good friend the funky drummer Jim Payne! We are discussing Jim's books and his approach to teaching funk as well as his online drum school and career as a drummer. Don't miss this funky episode! Visit Jim's website for more info on his school. www.funkydrummer.com
AND, check out his brand new School of Jazz at www.jazzydrummer.com”