SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Flute, Other, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Dobro, Vocalist - Alto, Trombone, Bagpipes, Steel guitar, Upright bass, Cello, Accordion, Ukulele, DJ, Electronic Music, Clarinet, Harp.ABOUT
15 year old jazz and funk drummer from the Northern Virginia area! Played in many settings from small combos to touring with big bands. Performed live and performed many styles of music to many crowds, from small cafes, to a packed show at Bethesda Blues & Jazz.
- Screen name:
- NickSheppard
- Member since:
- Feb 10 2016
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 10
- Gigs played:
- 50 to 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
- Most available:
- Days
Influences
Biggest influences on jazz drumming include:
Idris Muhammad
Elvin Jones
Art Blakey
Max Roach
Clyde Stubblefield (to get a little funky)
EQUIPMENT
Pearl Masters MCX Series - 8 Piece - Mocha Tamo (8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 22, and 14" x 5.5" Snare) (Usually setup as a 3 piece kit, with bass, snare, and a 14/16 inch floor tom for shows)
Pearl 14" x 6.5" Free Floating Snare (Maple, Copper, and Brass Shell)
Zildjian A Custom 20" Medium Ride Cymbal
Meinl Byzance 20" Dark Ride Cymbal
Zildjian A Custom 18" Crash Cymbal
Zildjian K Custom 17" Dark Crash Cymbal
Sabian B8 Pro 16" O-Zone Crash Cymbal
Zildjian A Custom 12" Special-Recording Hi Hats
Meinl 10" Splash Cymbal
