Steve Gadd
Master Series by Hudson Music DVD
Learn how to play like Gadd in this Masterclass DVD!
In
2006, the Zildjian company launched its third “Mission from Gadd” North
American clinic tour giving drummers across the country an opportunity
to experience Steve Gadd’s humility, generosity, and creative genius
firsthand. On this DVD, Steve is featured in an intimate master class
setting at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City, May 2006.
Longtime
fans of Steve— as well as younger drummers just discovering him— will
treasure Steve’s wisdom and insights on a wide variety of topics: funk
patterns, rudiments applied to the kit, playing with a click, tips for
the studio, brush patterns, odd phrases, Mozambique/Latin ideas: it’s
all here.
The extensive question-and-answer segments allow
Steve to discuss several of his legendary performances, including
“Aja,” “Nite Sprite,” “Late in the Evening” and “50 Ways to Your
Lover.” Steve also performs solo pieces that contain the essential
tools and techniques that comprise his incredibly influential style and
approach.
BONUS FEATURES:
• Tour Bus Interview with Steve
• Steve Gadd Career Documentary (from the American
Drummers Achievement Awards DVD)
• Steve Gadd/Giovanni Hidalgo Rehearsal and
Performance (from Modern Drummer Festival 1997 DVD)
Running Time: 2 hours 53 minutes
To learn more about Steve, visit his website, drstevegadd.com