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Jeff Crouse

BAM BAM! BAM BAM!

About Me

I am a 31 year old drummer/ percussionist living in Cary, NC. I've got a beautiful wife and two great children that I devote most of my time to. I've also got a passion for music, performing, and teaching. My education includes a Bachelors of Arts in Percussion Performance from Virginia Tech. and a Masters of Music in Studio Jazz Drumming from the University of Miami. I have been fortunate to study with some great musicians including Howard Curtis, Dr. John Floyd, Chip McNeil, Steve Bagby, and Steve Rucker.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 1/13/2008
Band Website: jeffcrouse.net
Band Members: I am currently playing with some great musicians...Blue Concept...a great trio including Guy Percy on bass and Paul Bomar on guitar. http://www.myspace.com/blueconceptjazz , as well as variouis gigs with Rick McDuffie, Doug Carter, Peter Lamb, Steve Hobbs, Martin Eagle, Peter Innocenti, and Grant Osborne.I can also be found most Sundays at Cornerstone Presbyterian playing with the Praise Band.
Influences: Howard Curtis, Elvin Jones, Tony Williams, Dr. John Floyd, Brian Blade, John Scofield, Ray Brown, Jeff Hamilton, Peter Erskine, Chris Potter, Jack DeJohnette, Jo Jones, Bill Stewart, Jeff Hamilton, Steve RuckerBill Cosby
Sounds Like: A drum.
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Teaching Information, Style, Ideas

As a teacher I  try to do what the student needs and go from there.   So  beginner students would need the fundamentals.  Learn the grip, snare drum methods (for learning to r...
Posted by Jeff Crouse on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 01:59:00 PST

Teaching

I am taking new students from beginner to advanced and ages 8 to 108! Daytime and evening hours are available. I teach in my home studio in Cary. Please call or email with any questions or to schedule...
Posted by Jeff Crouse on Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:34:00 PST