From the age of ten I started playing drums in the basement of my house in Allentown, Pennsylvania where my father started out his Christian ministry-ever since then I have been hooked!! My father saw my interest in the drums and percussion and immediately signed me up for lessons. Shortly after that I was playing at many crusades in churches throughout the Bronx and Queens, New York after my father would persuade the music director to let me sit in and play with the big-dogs! What an experience that was and I am very grateful to my dad for pushing me in that direction. I studied drumming with my teacher, Carl Hittner in Allentown and took private lessons for 5 years (1980 to 1985). I was part of the Dieruff High School drum Line and Orchestra band from 1984-1985 in Allentown Pa. Also part of the King High School drum line from 1986-1987 in Tampa, Fl. I have taken on the position of drum chair for the following churches over the years: United Pentecostal Church-Whitehall, Pa (1980-1985), Calvary Tabernacle-Tampa, FL(1986-1987), Without Walls Int. Church-Tampa FL including TV and Studio recording (1991-1995), Rock of Hope -Tampa FL (1996-1999), Iglesia Pentecostal M.I.-Tampa FL (2000-2004), Fuente De Agua Viva - Tampa FL (2000-2001), Heritage Christian Center - Lutz FL (2001-2004). The following are the artist and bands and events that I have worked with over the years: Rush Tribute Band - Tampa FL (1987),The Affair - Tampa FL (1987-1989), Gangster Penguins-Tampa FL (1989-1990), El Encuentro - Tampa FL (1991-1993), Alberto Conde and G.O.D. - Tampa-Hollywood FL (1997-1998), Ivy Roxach -Lakeland FL (2002), Jose Flores -Orlando FL (1999), Ivan Santiago (1990-2005), Street Shows and Kids Ministry(1991-1995),Gran Noche-Tampa FL (2001-2002), Luz del Mundo-Youth Conventions-Tampa FL, Fall Fest - Orlando FL (2004-2005), Fudakochi - Miami FL (2007-2008), Eric Stinnett & Supaband - Miami FL (2007), George Tandy Jr. - Miami FL (2007-2008), Diego Jinkus and Electronic Miel - Miami FL (2006-2007), Jon Saxx Trio- Ft Lauderdale FL (2008), Candice Fae & Vox Aeries- Miami FL (2008), Carlos Morales and Segovia-Morales Latin JAMs - Ft Lauderdale & West Palm Beach(2007-2008), Coffee House Gypsies - Miami FL (2008). Other artists that I have shared the stage with or played for include: Nathalie Bretoneche(2007), Beto Hale(2007), Danny P. & Ralf (Artofficial)-2007, Cesar Rios(Alma Vertical) 90s, Bobby Roman (2004), Millie Puente -Cousin of the late and great- Tito Puente (1995). David & Abraham (1998), Upperground (90s), Jessie Romero (Jose Valentino), Juan Turros (Suenalo), Dan Blanco(Starving Artist Tour), Gislaini(2004), Carmen Tauler (Pretty on Paper), Margaux Penichet(singer, songwriter), Diego Saa (Verde70), Alvaro Tujillo (Vecinos de la Noche) and Pablo Lito Landi (teacher and performer). Teja Veal(Musiq Soulchild) and Grant Gannon(Candice Fae Band) and many more musicians and singers that I will eventually add to the list as my memory allows me to remember. I have also been fortunate to teach others the art of drumming. I have concentrated my teachings for beginners, going over the basics of reading and drumset playing.I love music and I put my heart and soul into the movement and also appreciate every moment and opportunity that has come my way and look forward to any more future opportunities.
The biggest joy and fullfillment happens when I past on the art of drumming/percussion to my sons. I strongly believe that in life, we have to keep dreaming no matter what happens. We can never give up hope. We have to stay true to what our passions are in life and also keep on drumming! Life is too short and time seems to past us by rapidly. Enjoy every moment and live each day like its your last day on Earth! Many thanks to my wife, Sandy who loves and supports what I do. Without her influence in my life-I could not do what I do musically! Many thanks and respect to my family that has always been there to support my music and especially MamiAna who is in the heavens enjoing what I do. My Email address is - [email protected] Currently Play with the following Drum Gear:
5 pc Gretsch Renown Maple drums-Evans Genera G2 heads, Pork Pie 7x13 Black Maple Snare Drum, Pearl Maple Free Floating Snare 5x14-Remo Ambassader head, , DW Snare stand, Tama side snare, All Zildjian K cymbals, DW 5000 double pedal, Pearl Hardware, Gibraltar Throne, Pearl Icon rack system, LP Ridge Rider cowbell, Different Sticks-mostly Pro-Mark 5A, 5B, 7A, Carter Beauford Signature Series, Vic Firth Beto Hale Signature Series, Rods, SKB Cases.Percussion: LP Giovanni Hidalgo Compact Congas and Bongos. Various percussion toys, shakers, Rhythm Tech Percussion Pack.
REMO -Designer Series Djembe-Black Earth Model, Bongo Cajon by Meinl Percussion.Sponsorships and Endorsements Welcomed!Live with George Tandy Jr., Recorderd Dec 4th, 2008Coffee House Gypsies performing "Do You Sleep" at Atmosphere Lounge with guest musicians:
object width="425" height="344">.. .. ....Coffee House Gypsies live @ Tobacco Road. This song kicks some Ass!! I Love playing with CHG!!:Playing Drums and Percussion for Candice Fae and Vox Aeris at Wallflower Gallery in downtown Miami:
Candice Fae & Vox Aeris at Wallflower Gallery in downtown Miami
..Playing for Eric Stinnett and Supaband at Jazziz, Seminole Hard Rock Casino:Eric Stinnett & Supaband at Jazziz, Seminole Hard Rock Casino
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