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John, you have a most interesting itinerary. It was great to be part of the Sligo Jazz Project 2013 and have you share your expertise with aspiring drummers like me. By this and your patient encouragement you have inspired me to work towards "stickability" in both senses! I am working my way through your book, "The art of Bop Drumming", with new enthusiasm. It was also great to hear you playing with the other world class musicians. I hope to see you in Sligo next year. Until then - take care and best wishes. Alex
by Alex McClure (Callander, Scotland)August 3, 2013 4:21 AM
Hi John, huge fan. In your short clip entitled "Classic Solo Phrases, Max Roach",when you double the tempo are you using double strokes? You are an amazing inspiration, thanks. Pete
by Peter Torrey (Burlington, VT)July 19, 2013 11:28 PM
Hi, I'm a Spanish guy who loking for diferent exersisse of the Sincopation book. The drumset it's one USA instrument and you are one of mosts know about that. I'm very grateful to you. Good luck. I hope yours answere. Thanks.
by Juan Rodriguez Busto (Spain)July 19, 2013 6:16 AM
john...on the Mintzer Live at MCG CD the tune El Caborojeno....could you give me some idea of the pattern you played? it is one of the hippest things i have heard in a long time...also, sticks or rites?? hope things are well for you and thanks for the information
by bob herald (indianapolis indiana)July 10, 2013 9:08 PM
The big band I am with is playing a Woody Herman chart you may be familiar with called Hallelujah Time.I am struggling with the intro particularly with the fast hihat ride mixed with ensemble hits. Do have any tips for this kind of playing apart from whats is in your Be Bop book on up tempo playing. regards
by Kevin Finigan (Dunedin New Zealand)July 9, 2013 8:05 PM
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