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For the last 20 years, Dave Weckl has maintained a reputation amongst his fans and peers as one of the very finest musicians on the contemporary music scene today.
Weckl was born in St. Louis, receiving his first drum set at age eight and developing his playing style by listening to drummers like Buddy Rich, as well as R&B grooves. After a couple of years in college, he became involved in the New York jazz scene, eventually joining a fusion group called Nitesprite, where he attracted the attention of Peter Erskine. It was Peter who recommended Dave for his first 'big gig' in town with a group called French Toast, forerunner to the Michel Camilo band, which has been recorded quite extensively over the years.
In 1985 Michael Brecker suggested that Chick Corea check out Dave for his new Elektric Band, he was forming. That was the beginning of a 7 year relationship with both the Elektric and Akoustic Bands, where 9 recordings and 3 videos were produced, including a Grammy for the initial Akoustic Band release. The Elektric Band showcased Dave's spectacular drumming and innovative use of both electric and acoustic drums, bringing him world-wide recognition.
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The Elektric Band, after a 10 year hiatus, has recorded an new CD entitled To the Stars, and has toured off and on throughout 2005. As a solo artist, Dave has recorded and produced 10 of his own recordings to date, most recently Multiplicity, on Stretch/Concord Records.
Besides his busy playing career, Dave is also very involved with the teaching aspect, conducting many seminars, clinics and classes all over the world. He says "It is my goal to inspire as many young (and not so young) people as possible to want to play music, whether it be drums or another instrument. With all the negatives of the world today, I feel this is my way of contributing a positive action towards spiritual happiness, which music can be a big part of, if you let it." |
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On November 24, 2002, Drummers Collective celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an incredible evening of music in NYC. Dave was on hand with the Dave Weckl Band (featuring Tom Kennedy on bass, Steve Weingart on keyboards, and Gary Meek on sax), performing 3 tunes as well as an extensive drum solo.
Also including performances by Steve Gadd, Steve Smith, Victor Wooten, Horacio Hernandez and John Patitucci, the Drummers Collective 25th Anniversary Celebration DVD is a must have for every serious drummer's library!
For more information, visit www.hudsonmusic.com!
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"Behind the Kit" is the official e-magazine of legendary drummer Dave Weckl. Dave and his staff write and contribute to the publication, which is published every 6-8 weeks, schedule permitting. Click here for the latest edition!
"Behind the Kit" reaches more than 3,600 subscribers and thousands more in news groups and message boards across the world. Click here to subscribe!
Stay up to date on Dave's current projects, clinic schedule and performance itinerary at his website:
www.daveweckl.com
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