Modern Drummer #012.pdf

Aug./Sept. 1979

Vol. 3 No. 4

FEATURES:

BILLY COBHAM

In a rare interview,

Cobham talks about

family influences on his

playing, experiences with

rudimental drumming

and the fusion and break-

up of the Mahavishnu

Orchestra.

DON LAMOND

Now living in Florida

and performing with the

Bob Cross Orchestra,

Lamond takes time to re-

flect on his early career

with the Woody Her-

man Band and later suc-

cess in the NY television

and recording studios. 22

ELVIN JONES

The ultimate jazz

drummer, Elvin Jones

came to prominence

backing John Coltrane.

Though he refused to

speak of Coltrane in this

interview, Jones ex-

presses his thoughts on

the development of his

career and jazz apprecia-

tion outside of the

United States.

JIMMY COBB

As the drummer for

jazz vocalist Sarah

Vaughan, Jimmy Cobb

has developed a fine

reputation as a sideman.

Noted for her particu-

larity with musicians,

Vaughan and Cobb have

enjoyed a long asso-

ciation. Cobb discusses

Vaughan, his formative

drumming years and

present success.

SHUNNING BACH FOR ROCK

FOREIGN DRUM COMPANY REPORT. PART II

COLUMNS:

EDITOR'S OVERVIEW:

READERS' PLATFORM:

ASK A PRO:

IT'S QUESTIONABLE:

ROCK PERSPECTIVES:

Rock 'n' Time

by David Garibaldi

JAZZ DRUMMERS' WORKSHOP:

Reading and Jazz Interpretation

by Ed Soph

SOUTH OF THE BORDER:

The Mambo

by Norbert Goldberg

DRIVER'S SEAT:

Learning the Chart and Phrasing

by Butch Miles

PRINTED PAGE:

TEACHER'S FORUM:

The Gladstone Technique

by Bill Meligari

RUDIMENTAL SYMPOSIUM:

Backsticking

by Mitch Markovich

SHOP TALK:

First Aid for Snare Drums

by Thomas LaFlame

STRICTLY TECHNIQUE:

Understanding Flams

by Rupert Kettle

ON TRACK:

WHERE IT'S AT:

DRUM MARKET:

INDUSTRY HAPPENINGS:

JUST DRUMS:

STAFF:

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF:

Ronald Spagnardi

FEATURES EDITOR:

Karen Larcombe

ASSOCIATE EDITORS

Cheech lero

Paul Uldrich

MANAGING EDITOR:

Michael Cramer

I don't think anyone would argue the point that this is nothing

short of an unprecedented point in time for drummers. Certainly there

is more excitement and activity in both the art and the industry than any

other previous period. A Renaissance for drummers if you will.

Take for example the advances in percussion technology. A quick review

of any twenty year old drum catalog is all the proof one needs.

Experimentation with percussion and electronics was practically unheard

of just a few short years ago. It has now become an area that's opened up

avenues of musical expression for the adventurous artist in search of new

challenges.

Industry leaders also seem noticeably more attuned to the needs of

drummers than ever before. Equipment design is directly related to every

conceivable musical need. Items we as drummers dreamed about not too

long ago are now on the market.

Likewise, there has never been so much offered to drummers in

terms of educational opportunities. The Percussive Arts Society

International Convention has provided a means for drummers from all

over the world to meet with each other, and view the latest percussion

equipment. Ludwig's International Percussion Symposium, a highly

commendable effort offers the serious drummer two concentrated weeks

of study in diversified areas of drumming. Slingerland's recent decision to

up-date the drum contest idea is a wonderful opportunity for hundreds

of young, talented drummers to meet with their peers and compete. These

are but a few of the numerous programs taking place throughout the

country and an indication that our industry is presently in a most healthy

state. MD tips its hat to those organizations and concerned industry

leaders who have been instrumental in instituting these programs.

We commend them for their innovation, and primarily for their interest

in the young drummers of this land.

August's MD brings with it a highly diversified feature artist round-up

leading off with Billy Cobham. Brought to prominence through his

dynamic performances with the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Cobham has had

a far reaching influence on thousands of drummers who assimilated

much from the high energy jazz/rock concepts of this fine artist.

Elvin Jones can accurately be classified a leader among the handful of

truly innovative jazz drummers. Like Cobham, Jones' reverance among

jazz drumming buffs began as a sideman with the legendary John

Coltrane in the sixties. His efforts in the area of polyrhythmic control

are still being absorbed and imitated by drummers the world over.

What's it like working with one of the world's greatest jazz vocalists?

Jimmy Cobb has had Sarah Vaughan's drum chair for some time and his

interview provides us with an enlightening perspective on backing one

of the finest singers in the business. And veteran Don Lamond has some

fond remembrances of the big band years, including his stint with

Woody Herman. Don enjoys a varied and steady career that has spanned

nearly forty years.

Topping off this issue is a story on a unique school in California

that specializes in the training of rock musicians, and our Part 2 wrap-up

on the foreign drum companies of the world.

MD is also premiering another new column with this issue. It's

your opportunity to ask a specific question to a name drumming artist

of your choice. We call it Ask a Pro and we welcome your inquiries.

Sorry, but personal replies from this department are simply impossible

at this time.

Looking ahead to October, one can see MD's Gene Krupa tribute

issue coming into clear focus. It will be a very special issue for us, and

we hope for you as well.

ART DIRECTOR:

Tom Mandrake

PRODUCTION MANAGER:

Roger Elliston

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR:

Jean Mazza

ADMINISTRATION:

Isabel Lori

Ann Lambariello

DEALER SERVICE

MANAGER:

Carolyn Padner

CIRCULATION:

Leo L. Spagnardi

Marilyn Miller

Nancy Schuller

MD ADVISORY BOARD:

Henry Adler

Carmine Appice

Horacee Arnold

Louie Bellson

Roy Burns

Jim Chapin

Joe Corsello

Les DeMerle

Len DiMuzio

Randy Hess

Sonny Igoe

Don Lamond

Mel Lewis

Peter Magadini

Mitch Markovich

Butch Miles

Joe Morello

Charley Perry

Charlie Persip

Joe Pollard

Arthur Press

Paul Price

Ed Shaughnessy

Lenny White

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