I am a student at the California Institute of the Arts, so I have played music with MANY different people, too many to list at the moment.
At the moment a project in focus is Mae Karthauser and the Good Unit
Mae Karthauser: vocals, piano, all songwriting, general loveliness
Scott Knudstrup: guitar master
Me: many many percussion instruments and drumset
Influences
Jimmy Cobb Mitch Mitchell Elvin Jones Karen Carpenter Bud Gaugh Miles Davis Wes Montgomery Sublime Bob Marley Bill Evans Santana Terri Lynne Carrington Cindy Blackman Jim Morrison Joe LaBarbera David Johnson Alfred Ladzekpo John Bonham John Densmore Phil Collins(in his Brand X days) Buddy Miles Bob Livingston Trevor Anderies every musician at CalArts
Sounds Like
I started out as a jazz drummer, so I predominantly play jazz. I like to play the good old jazz as well as some new age jazz fusion. None of the contemporary Kenny G shit. I have been in a couple of garage bands playing the exact opposite of jazz really. I play any style. I will soon be playing and possibly touring with a folk/rock/pop group. I am also attempting to start a reggae/ska band, but it’s a little harder than I thought to find a great fit at bass.
I am 19 years old. I have a passion for playing drums that begins deep inside of me and zaps out through my limbs often vibrating the air in rhythmic patterns. I am a BFA 2 at the California Institute of the Arts. I major in Percussion and Jazz drumset. There are many inspiring people here and I feel that it makes me a better musician to be around such people 24/7. I play all styles of music really. I play with groups as well as independently. I will play anything with anyone.... I just love drumming. If you want to talk to me about things besides music, please visit
my personal page. .
"United" was performed at Tatum Cafe at the California Institute of the Arts on 9/30/08. Personnel are all students at CalArts including Brandon Schmidt on Bass, Matt Kolodciezyc on Sax, and Westin Troiano on Piano "Between The Bars" was performed with Mae Karthauser and the Good Unit. I currently play the drum kit and many other forms of percussion with this group. Please visit myspace.com/maekarthauser to hear more of us. "One Note Samba" was performed with Rose Fuller and Alfredo Miranda. It was recorded at the Dizzy Gillespie recording studio at CalArts. "Sing, Sing, Sing" was recorded in December of 2006 with the Highland High School Jazz Ensemble. All other pieces are originals. Thank you!
Equipment:
Ludwig Classic Maple drums 14x18BD 14x14FT 8x12TT Supraphonic Snare 5x14
I proudly endorse Soultone handmade Turkish Cymbals 21" Soultone Vintage series Ride 21" Istanbul Agop Mel Lewis Ride (2 Rivets) 18" Soultone Vintage Series crash (used as a ride) 16" Soultone Vintage Series crash 14" Soultone Vintage Series Hi-Hats
Contact me if you are interested in jamming Now for the boring part about myself..... I started out playing violin when i was 8 but something in me just wanted to play drums, so when i was 13 I started playing set and percussion. I took lessons briefly from reknowned jazz drummer/percussionist (and later child molestor) wally leask. After that i took lessons from bruce milburn. He taught me some cool rock and funk beats as well as getting me into some afro-cuban rhythms, but he didn't know too much about jazz. Basically everything I know about jazz drumming(with the exception of the basic ride rhythm) has been self taught. I am originally from Manhattan Beach, I moved to Bakersfield a few years ago, and now I am living in Valencia.
Hi love, I miss you too! Sounds like CA is treating you well. I probably won't be back for a while (after Christmas) but if and when I'm around when you're playing, I'll be in the front row. Also, if any of those gigs bring you to NY and you need a place to crash...hit me up!
I mean things in the pipeline that i am organising right now Basically we can get a lot more! I am back next weekend! Hurray! How is school? Will be delicious to see you.. Where are you living? xx xxx
yup i am. so if you or your bud wanta come come lay down track. we can here. i even got a friend who said she'll do sessions for very cheap.. well you have fun with your moving kinda glad my college days are done.lol.
Heck yes!! Do you have a practice studio w/ a piano or something like that over in Valencia? Or - you're always welcome to come and jam at my house. Message me with your # - or details. Let's make it happen!
