In this workshop for Drums and Percussion magazine we’re gonna talk about finding your own voice in jazz. In general it’s a good idea to find your own voice in all genres, but jazz in particular because it’s real obvious when you copy someone else. Also it’s just plain impossible to advance in the genre …
The spiritual side of drumming As you may or may not know, Drumming has been part of rituals in many cultures throughout human history. In some cultures it’s been more prevalent then others. And those that had an incredibly strong connection to drumming still have it to this day. Cuba, Brazil, many countries in Africa, …
It’s finally here! After many requests we are making a special weekend pass for those that are curious about studying online and want to try it before committing to the full program! For 3 days you will have access to the entire site including full support and evaluation from me. It says 3 day weekend …
“Ballad Won” From my latest project. “Phil Maturano – New York Sessions” Audio Digital Download available exclusively at my website https://philmaturano.com/products-page Personnel Bill O’Connell – Piano Lincoln Goines – Bass Phil Maturano – Drums Produced by: Francesco Desmaele Executive producer: Anthony Cuscina Recorded Live in NY Special Thanks to Sabian Cymbals for developing my Custom …
NEW TUNE From my latest CD! “Phil Maturano – New York Sessions” Alone Together. India has been a huge influence in my musical life. I really appreciated Indian music after spending a year and a half there. In this tune I apply some of those concepts in Jazz. We are playing the tune is in …
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Phil Maturano here. Reviewing what is fast becoming my favorite snare. The Air Control Snare by Brazilian Drum company Odery Drums. Here is a link to their site https://odery.com There are many playing examples in this clip. I take you through a variety of styles so you can really hear the snare in action. Starting …
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Hi everyone! By now you probably know. I have started a new relationship with a company that is very dear to me. Odery Drums. To see all about them please go here. [fancy_link link=”https://odery.com” variation=”green”]Odery Drums[/fancy_link] The Drums are designed in Brazil. I think that is an important thing because Brazil is one of the …
Hi folks! I made this video so you could see my workflow in post production of the new CD project “Phil Maturano – New York Sessions” – It details my thoughts about how to deal with editing, performance stress, ideas about follow through and funding and work space utilities. I hope you enjoy his clip …
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Greetings to all. Another really big project for me has finally come to fruition. My new project is finally coming to reality and we are now in the mixing, mastering and video editing stages! Wait…did you say video editing? Ohhh yes! This whole CD is on Video!!! I refused to do a new collection of …
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After lots of thinking, talking back and forth to my good friend Rich Mangicaro…And much more thinking…. I am now playing Innovative Drum Sticks. I did not take the decision lightly. I had been with my former company for nearly 25 years. Since then many things have happened. I have grown. Innovative Percussion has grown. …
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