VIC FIRTH SIGNATURE ARTIST
STEVE GADD

One of the most influential drummers of all time, Steve Gadd set a new standard in contemporary drumming techniques and performance, and in doing so launched a thousand imitators. Steve has recorded countless legendary drum tracks like; " Aja," "Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "Late in the Evening" and with artists such as James Taylor, Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Chick Corea, Joe Cocker, Dave Matthews, Paul McCartney, Steely Dan, among many many others.

There is no drummer alive today who in some way has not been effected by Steve Gadd's influential grooves and "in the pocket" playing style. Steve was an honored recipient of the American Drummers Achievement Awards in 2003 and was recently inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame.

 Video Interview
  Check out our interview with Vic Firth and Steve Gadd
CLICK HERE

 

Check out Steve's signature products:

Slightly shorter than the American Classic® 5A, Steve's signature stick features a barrel tip for a great recording sound. Available in wood or nylon tip.

L=15 3/4", Dia.=.550"

Steve and Vic have solved the age-old problem of wire brushes snagging on new coated drumheads by slightly angling the wires in the top 3/4” of the playing end. The wires glide across the head, allowing a smoother sweep and a velvet swish sound.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT
PASIC 2005 Clinic Performance

The Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is held each year, with over 6,000 drummers and percussionists from around the world in attendance. Including clinics, performances and contents, there are over 150 events on twelve stages featuring many of the world's best musicians on drumset, orchestral percussion, keyboard, world and marching percussion. As a PAS Hall of Fame inductee, Steve's clinic was one of the highlights of the convention.

 Clip 1:
Intro with brushes.
 Clip 2:
"Crazy Army"
 Clip 3:
Solo over 3/2 clave
 Clip 4:
Expanding on a groove
 Clip 5:
Flam rudiments
 Clip 6:
"Late in the Evening"
 Clip 7:
Steve's influences


Vic Firth/ Hudson Music Video Feature:
American Drummers Achievement Awards
Honoring Steve Gadd

The second American Drummers Achievement Awards, a once-in-a-lifetime event, was hosted by Mr. Bill Cosby and featured an all-star band that included Michael Landau, guitar; Jimmy Johnson, bass; Larry Goldings, keyboards; and special guest appearances by Will Lee, vocals and Tom Scott, saxophone. The evening culminated in an incredible performance by Steve with James Taylor.

This double-disc DVD features over six hours of footage, including the evening's performances; exclusive rehearsal footage; a 20-minute documentary on Steve's career, narrated by Tony Levin; backstage interviews; rare, early film footage of Steve, and a video tribute to the late Armand Zildjian.

For more information, visit www.hudsonmusic.com!
 Clip 1:
Documentary on Steve's early career.
 Clip 2:
Steve's solo, "Crazy Army"
 Clip 3:
Sound check and video: "Things Ain't What They Used to Be"
 Clip 4:
Steve with James Taylor: "October Road"


Read Rick Mattingly's article on Steve Gadd from Percussive Notes' magazine! (pdf format, 1.4meg download)

Percussive Notes is an official publication of The Percussive Arts Society. Reprinted with permission.

The Percussive Arts Society is the world's largest percussion organization.
Find out more about joining this important organization and its annual convention by visiting PAS online at http://www.pas.org.