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    Peter Erskine



    Drummer: Peter Erskine
    Main Style: Jazz
    Main Bands: Steely Dan, Weather Report
    Brief Summary: Peter Erskine, born June 5th, 1954 is an American jazz drummer and composer. He's enjoyed a long and successful career as a session drummer, recording and touring with many famous jazz and rock artists and produces teaching materials, such as books, videos, and online content.
    Other Facts: His playing style qualities may be the reason for his very wide use as a session drummer in musical settings of great variety. Hence he could also be labeled as an "all-around drummer", in terms of musical styles he is capable of playing with skill.

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    He makes it look so easy...phenomenal talent and inspiration.



    Last edited by Olimpass; 02-08-2012 at 09:14 PM.

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    Peter's the man! I love his feel and approach to drumming, he can conduct an orchestra all by himself with those sticks of his.
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    I love the improvisation video every time I watch it.... great groove, improvisation, feel!! I've always loved his drumming!
    -Tama Granstar II (12x11, 16x16, 22x16)
    -Yamaha 7000 Series (12x8, 13x9, 16x16 22x18)
    -Crush Sublime E3 (12x8, 16x14, 24x17)
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    -Premier (African Mahogany with Beech Re-rings) 8x14
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    -Crush Aluminum 5.5x14
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    -Trixon Birch 5.5x14
    -Wuhan Traditional Cymbals
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    peter is fond of saying
    "drums dictate my solos"...

    keeps da creative juices flowing...

    I have learned much from him
    & proud to call him a phriend
    "FEEL DA GROOVE & PLAY IT FORWARD..."

    "BEAUTY IS IN THE EARS OF THE BEHOLDER ,
    ENJOY IT ALL,,, MY BROTHERS & SISTERS"

    COMMANDER & CHIEPH OF
    "PHROGGE'S AQUARIAN ARMY"

    LEGEND IN MY OWN MIND
    & FORCE BEHIND DA
    "PHX AZ LEGEND OF DA ZYDECO GROOVE VEST"
    (AND OTHER TOYZ) INCLUDING PIZZABOX SNARE DRUM

    IT'S ALL ABOUT DA SHOW !!!!!

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    love his playing on this record and in this song particularly.

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