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MODERN DRUMMER VOL. 8, NO. 12 Cover Photo by Layne Murdock CONTENTS FEATURES TERRY BOZZIO Although his work with such artists as Frank Zappa, the Brecker Brothers, and UK established Terry Bozzio's reputation as a fine drummer, his work with Missing Persons has revealed that there is more to Bozzio than was demonstrated in those other situations. Here, he talks about the hard work that went into starting his own band, explains his feelings that drummers should be more visible, and details his self-designed electronic drumset. by Rick Mattingly 8 OMAR HAKIM The fact that Weather Report and David Bowie have been sharing the same drummer says a lot about Omar Hakim's versatility, especially when one considers the wide range of styles that each of those situations encompasses. But Hakim's background prepared him well for the many diverse musical settings he has encountered, and he recounts that background in this amiable discussion of his life and career. by Robin Tolleson 14 INSIDE CALATO by Rick Van Horn 18 IAN PAICE The drummer for Deep Purple reminisces about the group's formation, discusses the band's reunion after an eight-year breakup, and describes Deep Purple's effect on today's music. He also talks about his experiences as the drummer for Whitesnake and Gary Moore, and explains the differences in playing with a guitar-oriented versus a vocal-oriented band. by Robyn Flans 22 TRISTAN FRY Modest Virtuoso by Simon Goodwin 26 DRIVER'S SEAT COLUMNS Phrasing With A Big Band PROFILES by Mark Hurley 112 PORTRAITS EDUCATION JAZZ DRUMMERS WORKSHOP Allen Herman New Concepts For Improved by Don Perman 30 THE MUSICAL DRUMMER Performance Chord Changes—Part 2 by Laura Metallo, Ph.D. by Bill Molenhof 54 and Charlie Perry 120 REVIEWS CONCEPTS DRUM SOLOIST ON TRACK 126 The Drummer's Dream Buddy Rich: "Keep The Customer by Roy Burns 56 Satisfied" by Jim Nesbitt 122 CLUB SCENE NEWS In Transit EQUIPMENT UPDATE 138 by Rick Van Horn 76 SETUP UPDATE INDUSTRY HAPPENINGS 142 ROCK 'N' JAZZ CLINIC Rayford Griffin/Gregg 72 The Rhythms Of Frank Zappa Bissonette by Bob Saydlowski, Jr. 102 SHOP TALK Refinishing Your Drums DEPARTMENTS ROCK PERSPECTIVES by David Creamer The Art of Drum Computing 92 EDITOR'S OVERVIEW 2 106 by Michael Bettine PRODUCT CLOSE-UP READER'S PLATFORM 4 Simmons SDS8 Electronic Drumkit 6 ASK A PRO THE JOBBING DRUMMER 104 by Bob Saydlowski, Jr. Getting Playing Experience DRUM MARKET 132 144 IT'S QUESTIONABLE 136 by Simon Goodwin 110 JUST DRUMS PUBLISHER Ronald Spagnardi ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Isabel Spagnardi EDITOR Ronald Spagnardi FEATURES EDITOR Advisors Rick Mattingly MANAGING EDITOR Rick Van Horn to ASSOCIATE EDITORS Susan Hannum William F. Miller EDITORIAL ASSISTANT MD Elaine Cannizzaro ART DIRECTOR David H. Creamer ADVERTISING DIRECTOR I would like to take a moment to talk about the MD Advisory Board. Kevin W. Kearns I'm sure you'll notice, if you glance at the list of names under the Advisory ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR Board heading, that the artists listed truly represent a wide range of percus- Isabel Spagnardi sion expertise. It's a group that not only includes performers from various ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER segments of the music world, but teachers, authors, clinicians, drum histo- Ellen Corsi rians and percussion specialists, as well. Basically, Board members are DEALER SERVICE MANAGER selected on the basis of their areas of specialization, their concern for the Janet Gola musical development of young drummers, and their overall involvement with the magazine since its inception nine years ago. CIRCULATION Readers should know that the Board does not actually control what goes Leo Spagnardi Lori-Jean Broseman into the magazine each month. This decision is made by the editorial staff Tracy Kearney of MD. However, they do offer suggestions, ideas, and even criticisms. They also make recommendations for story ideas, feature interviews, pro- SALES PROMOTION MANAGER file pieces and specific column department subject matter, in an effort to Evelyn Urry aid us in maintaining a solid editorial balance. MD Advisory Board mem- bers also assist us by occasionally writing articles for particular columns, verifying the accuracy of certain factual material, answering questions when the need arises, or sometimes simply leading us to specific sources for MODERN DRUMMER ADVISORY BOARD the answers to those questions. Henry Adler, Carmine Appice, Louie Bellson, Bill Bru- Perhaps it's also important to mention that Advisory Board members ford, Roy Burns, Jim Chapin, Les DeMerle, Len DiMu- zio, Charlie Donnelly, Peter Erskine, Danny Gottlieb, are not financially compensated by Modern Drummer. This usually comes Sonny Igoe, Jaimoe Johanson, Jim Keltner, Mel Lewis, as a surprise to some people. However, keep in mind that these are dedi- Larrie Londin, Peter Magadini, George Marsh, Butch cated musicians who have chosen to be of service to the magazine out of Miles, Joe Morello, Andy Newmark, Neil Peart, Charlie concern for the educational development of all drummers, and the art of Perry, Paul T. Riddle, Ed Shaughnessy, Steve Smith, Ed drumming and percussion in general. I think all of them certainly deserve Thigpen. our respect and admiration in light of this. Every so often, new members are added to the current Advisory Board. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS This is something you may not be aware of if you don't read the listing Susan Alexander, Charles M. Bernstein, Scott K. Fish, Robyn Flans, Simon Goodwin, Dave Levine, Robert each month, which of course, most people don't do. Therefore, let me Santelli, Bob Saydlowski, Jr., Chip Stern, Robin Tolle- proudly point out that, as of late, Messrs. Andy Newmark, Larrie Londin, son, T. Bruce Wittet. Steve Smith and Peter Erskine have joined our illustrious group of advi- sors. I think anyone involved in drumming would tend to agree that all of MODERN DRUMMER Magazine (ISSN 0194-4533) is these artists are great performers and well-respected authorities in the published monthly by MODERN DRUMMER Publica- drumming community, and most definitely represent a fine addition to an tions, Inc., PO Box 469, 870 Pompton Avenue, Cedar already impressive list of people. They also happen to be four of the nicest Grove, NJ 07009. Second-Class Postage paid at Cedar gentlemen in our industry, and each should prove to be a great asset to the Grove, NJ 07009 and at additional mailing offices. Copyright 1984 by Modern Drummer Publications, Inc. magazine. All rights reserved. Reproduction without the permission As usual, readers interested in writing to any Advisory Board member of the publisher is prohibited. should direct their correspondence to that individual, c/o Modern Drum- SUBSCRIPTIONS: $21.95 per year; $39.95, two years. mer. My thanks, once again, to all of the artists who comprise our out- Single copies $2.50. MANUSCRIPTS: Modern Drummer welcomes manu- standing Advisory Board team. Your continual support and assistance is scripts, however, cannot assume responsibility for them. greatly appreciated by both the editorial staff and the readers of MD. Manuscripts must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. CHANGE OF ADDRESS: Allow at least six weeks for a change. Please provide both old and new address. MUSIC DEALERS: Modern Drummer is available for resale at bulk rates. Direct correspondence to Modern Drummer, Dealer Service, PO Box 469, 870 Pompton Ave., Cedar Grove, NJ 07009. Tel: 800-221-1988. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Modern Drummer, PO Box 1176, Dover, NJ 07801. ART BLAKEY Carmine And The Rockers has finally JONATHAN MOFFET Art Blakey is one of the best educational reached these ears! Anyone who loves I just received a copy of the September resources of bebop, and is a continually drums can't help but delight in this album; issue of Modern Drummer and must say erupting geyser of wisdom. His relentless it's too bad the record company didn't that I was very impressed with the article willingness to push young musicians to the push it more. It's also too bad (as the man on Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett. Since point where they can hold their own is an himself is quick to point out) that Carmine my junior high school days, I've always altruistic endeavor few can achieve. He Appice's recognition is limited to musi- dreamed of drumming behind the Jackson redefined the meaning of the word time, cians and a few "'60s survivors" who 5. Mr. Moffett has given me reassurance, and although he's had a few bad times of remember his early work, and that he's through his experiences and outstanding his own, Art's determination to bring the found himself in the position of "backup drumming skills as well as his present best out of young, aspiring jazzers has drummer" to "headliners" who are far musical status, that such dreams shouldn't allowed him to outlive many of his col- below his musical stature. Anyway, the be kept "bottled up" for fear of embar- leagues. Art Blakey's disciplined drum- "Drum City Rocker" would be pleased to rassment among peers. I don't read as well ming, coupled with his generous heart, sets know that I (among others) have always as I would someday like to, and I was very an example for all young musicians. recognized him as a pioneer of rock drum- relieved to find out that Mr. Moffett Joel Nichols ming. Thank you for a fine and informa- doesn't read full trap set music either. And Seattle, WA tive article. yet, he is a force to be looked up to in the Michael Albertson music industry! I'd like to thank, in all sin- CARMINE APPICE Pismo Beach, CA cerity and graciousness, Mr.