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Born
in Cape Town, South Africa, Anton began playing drums
at age four. After performing in numerous successful
local rock bands, he moved to Boston to further pursue
his musical interests. His formal education included
studies at the New England Conservatory of Music
in Boston, studying both jazz and classical disciplines,
graduating with Honors in 1975. In 1976, he moved
to New York where he began to establish a career
as a freelance musician.
Anton
is presently a member of the CBS Orchestra, appearing
nightly on The Late Show with David Letterman-
a position he has held since 1986. During this tenure,
he has played with scores of great artists including
Miles Davis, James Brown, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie
Winwood, Bonnie Raitt and Tony Bennett.
Some
of the many recordings Anton has made include selections
with Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Kiss, Cyndi Lauper,
Madonna, Gary Moore, Spider, Ace Frehley, Joan Armatrading,
and many others. Anton continues to be an in
demand studio and live musician and is currently recording
and composing for numerous projects.
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