take five

Being real — When 50 bars of “drum solo” is 52 bars too many — the full-stymie of musical groove following inevitable devolution into full-swing drum-batting, or: Anti-Musical Foibles — Is it kind of like rock-climbing with farm equipment?

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Steve Gadd: Signed, Sealed Delivered – Switzerland – 1989 #stevegadd #drumsolo #drummerworld https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tXh8B2qyRw I’m not “picking on” or singling out Steve Gadd; there are countless examples.  Gadd and many other soloists are professional masters beyond reproach.  I expect nearly no one will agree with if even understand the point I’m addressing — but I think screaming is not … Read more

Take Five

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8FdpPnJa_k   “Take Five” is a jazz standard composed by saxophonist Paul Desmond and originally performed by the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Here’s an overview of the song: 1. **Composition**: “Take Five” was composed by Paul Desmond, the saxophonist for the Dave Brubeck Quartet, in 5/4 time signature, which gives the song its distinctive rhythmic feel. … Read more

“Take Five” Drummer Joe Morello

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_YY2N7uqKw   Per CGPT — Joe Morello (1928–2011) was an American jazz drummer best known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet during the 1950s and 1960s. He was widely regarded as one of the most technically proficient and innovative drummers in jazz history. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Morello began playing the drums at … Read more