Monthly Archives: January 2015

1996. “Go Do Pa!” Baba spoke the words he had invented and they sailed out across the audience of erstwhile drummer students. Olatunji was conducting an African drumming seminar at the end of the Santa Monica pier in the recently … Continue reading →

Over riding the anxiety generator using rhythm seems to be what is happening with people who want to gain control over their emotional distractions. The tripolet played in a slow back and forth sequence will put the critical mind on … Continue reading →

  Francis Echinard, the French blues guitarist/Savate champion, referred me to his sifu, Guro Dan Inosanto, Bruce Lee’s partner, who wanted a drum teacher. This resulted in a great Martial Arts drumming CD, “No 2nd Chance”. Francis invited me to … Continue reading →

drumming as an art form Performance Art was a definition that I could use to get back to playing musical instruments. My critical mind held me back for so long, making judgements about my playing ability. I am free of … Continue reading →

In the distant future, the greatest contributing factor to evolution of consciousness and enlightenment in the Twentieth Century will be the invention of Rock n Roll. It will surpass the scope and effect of the first Atomic bomb and any … Continue reading →