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  Steve Gadd - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Steve Gadd (born April 9, 1945 in Rochester, New York) is a very well known session drummer, mainly known for work with Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Joe Cocker, Bob James, Chick Corea, Eric Clapton and many others.
Gadd became so talented at the drums that by the time he was 11 years old he had sat in with Dizzy Gillespie.
Steve Gadd is one of the first endorsers of Yamaha drums, which he plays since 1976.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Steve_Gadd   (696 words)

  
 STEVE GADD, world renowned session drummer
Steve Gadd is the most acclaimed drummer's drummer of the past quarter century.
Steve Gadd was born in Rochester, New York, April 9, 1945.
Steve's Uncle, a drummer in the army, encouraged him to take drum lessons at the age of seven; by the time Steve was 11 he had sat in with Dizzy Gillespie.
www.philbrodieband.com /muso_steve_gadd.htm   (831 words)

  
 Steve Gadd: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
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(Steve Gadd was the most in-demand and most likely the most imitated drummer in the world.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/s/st/steve_gadd.htm   (823 words)

  
 Steve Gadd
Steve Gadd is a local Rochesterian born April 9, 1945.
Steve Gadd spent five years in college: two years in the Manhattan School of Music, and three years in the Eastman School of Music.
As soon as Steve reached the age of three, his parents noticed he was banging on everything in the house, therefore, his parents, bough him a snare drum.
www.rcsdk12.org /school43/CF97/Gadd.html   (952 words)

  
 Steve Gadd Clinic
Steve was born on April 9, 1945 in Rochester, New York.
Steve was both inspired, and encouraged to play the drums by his uncle, who had been playing the drums in the Army.
Steve's influence on the drumming community can be heard in players from all walks of life, whether they know it or not.
www.drumcircuit.com /drum_clinics/steve_gadd/gadd.htm   (761 words)

  
 Vic Firth Artist: Steve Gadd
Steve was an honored recipient of the American Drummers Achievement Awards in 2003 and was recently inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame.
Steve and Vic have solved the age-old problem of wire brushes snagging on new coated drumheads by slightly angling the wires in the top 3/4” of the playing end.
As a PAS Hall of Fame inductee, Steve's clinic was one of the highlights of the convention.
www.vicfirth.com /artists/gadd.html   (463 words)

  
 e-M u s i c L a b -- - Meet The Artists -- Steve Gadd
Steve Gadd was born in Rochester, NY, April 9, 1945.
In 1972 Steve Gadd formed a trio with Tony Levin and Mike Holmes, and headed to New York City with it.
By the end of the 1970's Gadd was the most in-demand and probably the most imitated drummer in the world.
www.john-gates.com /musiclab/meettheartists/gadd/biography.html   (582 words)

  
 SteveGadd
On September 13, 2003, Steve Gadd was honored by the Avedis Zildjian Company at the second American Drummers Achievement Awards (ADAA) at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, MA-an historic evening that included a special tribute to the late Armand Zildjian.
Clapton is joined by some superb musicians here (pianist Joe Sample, saxophonist David Sanborn, bassist Marcus Miller, and drummer Steve Gadd); but he is clearly the guy the crowd came to see, and as always, he delivers a passel of passionate, stinging solos.
Steve is the most recorded drummer of all time.
www.drummerworld.com /Videos/Stevegadd.html   (646 words)

  
 Steve Gadd
Steve, a musician who "doesn't believe in labels," has recorded with artists of all styles and genres, among them Paul Simon, Carly Simon, Phoebe Snow, Steely Dan, Ashford and Simpson, Aretha Franklin, Judy Collins, Bette Midler, James Brown, Joe Cocker, Nancy Wilson, Bob James, and Chick Corea.
The experience was to influence Gadd's whole approach to drum technique and change his style completely, evolving into his exceptional lightness of touch and formidable rhythmic dexterity.
Gadd's studio output as a side-player has been prolific and, not surprisingly, his influence as one of the most innovative and technically accomplished percussionists continues to dominate the scene internationally into the '90s.
www.smooth-jazz.de /Artists2/Gadd.html   (1806 words)

  
 The Official Steve Gadd Website ::: Set Up
BUENA PARK, Calif.—For more than three decades, Steve Gadd has been one of the most influential drummers in the world—and for 30 years, Gadd has played Yamaha drums.
Gadd also popularized small 10" toms, introduced floor tom-tom stands, and was also one of the first drummers to use a combination of woods in one kit.
Gadd is one of the most acclaimed and accomplished drummers of his generation.
www.drstevegadd.com /setup.htm   (860 words)

  
 LP: Players Roster: Steve Gadd
Almost instantly in demand in the flourishing studio scene of the day, Steve seemed to have the knack of injecting a novel combination into his drumming: simplicity of groove, complexity of fills, and an intensity that had not been witnessed since the golden age of bebop.
Gadd is generally credited with creating a style of “NYC Mozambique” rhythm, so much so that a variation, characterized by authoritative bass drum punctuation, carries his name.
And when Steve Gadd rocked, as he did with Eric Clapton, there are few drummers who could match his steamrolling power, often made thunderous by unison fills on double suspended floor toms, the latter a Gadd signature.
www.lpmusic.com /Pros_That_Play_LP/Players_Roster/gadd.html   (845 words)

  
 Gadd, Steve
Steve Gadd was born on 9 April 1945 in Rochester, New York.
Steve’s association with Eric Clapton began with the recording of “It’s Probably Me” for the Lethal Weapon 3 Soundtrack in 1992.
Steve also appeared with Eric on David Sanborn’s ABC-TV Show, After New Year’s Eve (broadcast 1 January 1999) and at the Crossroads Benefit Concert in June 1999 and the Crossroads Guitar Festival in June 2004.
www.whereseric.com /ecfaq/biographies-other-musicians/steve-gadd.html   (361 words)

  
 Drummerworld: Steve Gadd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
This classic video will give you a behind-the-scenes look at masters at work as they arrange tunes, work on grooves, and play funk, Latin, reggae, shuffles and ballads.
This video comes with its own accompanying instructional booklet, contains a wealth of teaching by simply showing Gadd playing his relentlessly impeccable licks in loose improvisatory jams, and fleshing them out with illustrative voiceover comments.
On this DVD Steve discusses his influences, plays some incredible solos, and shows how he applies rudiments to the drum set, demonstrates his bass drum technique and more.
www.drummerworld.com /Clinic/Steve_Gaddmoz.html   (646 words)

  
 Steve Gadd The Session Drummer pics & bio
Steve Gadd The Session Drummer pics & bio
Steve Gadd was born 1945 in Rochester, NY well-respected drummer who has appeared in many types of settings in many genres, Steve Gadd's impressive technique and flexibility have been influential during the past 20 years.
He started playing drums at the age of three, sat in with Dizzy Gillespie when he was 11 and, after extensive study and a stint in the Army, Gadd became an important studio drummer beginning in 1972.
www.angelfire.com /mac/keepitlive/drummers/gadd.htm   (128 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Up Close, Steve Gadd: DVD: Steve Gadd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The format of this "instructional" DVD is an interview, with Steve Gadd not only answering the questions, but demonstrating in response.
A highlight is Steve's deconstruction of his drumwork on Paul Simon's "Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover", and the amazing discussion/demonstration of his four stick technique on Paul Simon's "Late in the Evening".
I am a big fan of Steve Gadd and love this DVD because it both teaches and gives rare glimpses into his thoughts and approach.
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00008AVAS?v=glance   (874 words)

  
 Steve Gadd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Steve Gadd Drum Clinic in Boston JUNE 6 Poster Zildjian
Steve Gadd s Drumset ADAA 2003 DVD Set ADAA 2003: More Info Mission From Gadd...
Steve Gadd Celebrates 30 Years as a Yamaha Artist...
www.lightrep.com /Steve-Gadd.html   (134 words)

  
 Steve Gadd DVDs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The evening culminated with a spectacular performance by Steve Gadd, with James Taylor and the band.
The double-disc DVD features the evening's performances, incredible rehearsal footage, a 20-minute documentary, on Steve's career, narrated by Tony Levin, backstage interviews, and much more.
Gadd and friends live, in session, featuring Richard Tee, Will Lee, Forge Calto and Eddie Gomez.
www.fattvideos.com /DVDs-by/15510/STEVE_GADD   (126 words)

  
 Steve Gadd - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at NexTag - Price - Review
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Steve's credits include Paul Simon's ""Rhythm of the Saints"" and ""Graceland,"" Steely Dan's ""Aja,"" plus many more worldwide hits.
This cymbal was designed with Steve Gadd and features his distinctive cymbal sound.
www.nextag.com /steve-gadd/search-html   (249 words)

  
 The Official Steve Gadd Website ::: HOME   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
BOSTON, September 12, 2005 – Abraham Laboriel, Patrice Rushen, and Steve Gadd received honorary doctor of music degrees for their outstanding contributions to contemporary music, and treated the crowd to a surprise performance at Berklee College of Music’s 2005 Entering Student Convocation, Friday, September 9, 2005, at the Berklee Performance Center.
2004 saw the release of Zildjian's and Steve's Recording Custom cymbal line, Steve also completed Episode 2 of his Mission From Gadd clinic tour as well as PASIC 2005.
So far in 2006, Steve Gadd played at Groove Night during January NAMM 2006, and recorded Surprise with Paul Simon and Chick Corea.
www.drstevegadd.com   (396 words)

  
 Steve Gadd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Today he works as a tour manager and lives in Cornwall, England.
Steve Gadd is not to be mistaken for the well-known drummer of the same name who has played on very many different musical productions.
In December 1999 Julian Colbeck wrote on the theme 'namesake': "On tour in USA we would often do live radio interviews where the DJ would launch into some long rambling list of credits that the other Steve Gadd had played on, saying how honored he was finally to meet Steve...
www.charlie-music.de /Gadd_e.html   (175 words)

  
 Steve Gadd - AOL Music
No doubt: Steve Gadd ist the most influental drummer of our time.
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Download, listen and watch Steve Gadd music, mp3's, song lyrics, music videos, Internet radio, live performances, concerts, and more on AOL Music.
music.aol.com /artist/steve-gadd/78416/main   (170 words)

  
 Steve Gadd - Up Close
Currently, there are not enough Tomatometer critic reviews for Steve Gadd - Up Close to receive a rating.
Gadd discusses and demonstrates his own marching-band roots, his approach to the trap set, drum rudiments, and chart reading, maintaining strict tempo, practice routines and more.
An all-star cast of Hollywood's finest actors (including Bruce Willis, Garry Shandling, Steve Carell, and William Shatner) lend their voices to a motley assortment of furry CGI critters in the latest family comedy from DreamWorks.
www.rottentomatoes.com /m/steve_gadd_up_close   (359 words)

  
 Drum Books by steve gadd, ed thigpen, zoro, john riley, at the Best Prices on the Web
Sticking patterns, grooves, double bass studies, solo ideas, ostinato patterns, polyrhythms, and developing a touch on the drumset are just a few of the topics covered.
This book gives you the opportunity to study many of Steve's most famous grooves and solo patterns with the help of Steve's own stickings and musical insights.
Transcribed from Steve's video, Up Close covers rudiments, jazz, R and B, Latin, timekeeping, and studio playing.
www.tigerbill.com /drumshop/drumbooks5.htm   (995 words)

  
 Steve Gadd News
News about Steve Gadd continually updated from thousands of sources around the net.
Paul Simon is set to release his highly-anticipated collaboration with producer Brian Eno dubbed, Surprise.
Jazz great Steve Gadd, Stax Records legend Al Jackson Jr.
www.topix.net /who/steve-gadd   (206 words)

  
 New Gibraltar Encyclopedia of Progressive Rock PO-PU
Steve Hackett is a notable exception on his very early solo work, with band-oriented music rather than virtuostic showing off, but how many guitarists put out albums that you can enjoy for more than just the guitar work?
The guitar sounds a lot like Steve Howe, and many of the keyboard solos are reminiscent of early Rick Wakeman though the overall composition is more simple than the early Yes it recalls.
Not only do Larry Collinsworth and Brian Paulson show influences of Steve Howe and Rick Wakeman, respectively, but the arrangement and development of the longer songs, divided into multiple parts, are similar to Yes' episodic style.
www.gepr.net /po.html   (15666 words)

  
 Steve Gadd - In Session DVD
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Watch him jam out with amazing musicians in such styles as funk, Latin, reggae, shuffles and ballads.
Remember to focus your comments on Steve Gadd - In Session DVD.
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 WB - Steve Gadd Megapak (Book & DVD) - [Sam Ash]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Incredible music and dialogue by Steve Gadd with Will Lee, Eddie Gomez, the late Richard Tee, and Jorge Dalto.
This classic presentation will give you a behind-the-scenes look at masters at work as they arrange tunes, work on grooves, and play funk, Latin, reggae, shuffles, and ballads.
DVD special features include: bonus performances: Steve Gadd with legends, Steve Gadd catalog, and Internet connectivity.
www.samash.com /redirect.asp?ItemID=51928   (265 words)

  
 Steve Gadd -- Up Close Steve Gadd Sheet Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Steve Gadd -- Up Close Steve Gadd Sheet Music
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 Steve Gadd - Last.fm
Listen to music, see charts for Steve Gadd - Parradiddle Variations, Steve Gadd - Crazy Army, Steve Gadd - Drum Solo - Steve Gadd, Steve Gadd - Love Of Sale, Steve Gadd - Drum solo
Richard Tee and Steve Gadd - Gadd A Tee
Listen to music, see charts for Steve Gadd - Love For Sale, Steve Gadd - Love Of Sale, Steve Gadd - Gaddmarching, Steve Gadd - Crazy Army, Steve Gadd - Drum solo
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 Amazon.com: In Session, Steve Gadd: DVD: Steve Gadd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Up Close, Steve Gadd DVD ~ Steve Gadd
American Drummers Achievement Awards Honoring Steve Gadd With A Special Tribute To Armand Zildjian DVD ~ Steve Gadd
Steve Gadd is one of my all time favorite drummers (along with Buddy Rich, Danny Gottlieb, Ian Paice, Alex Van Halen, and Peter Criss), and IN SESSION captures not only wonderful drumming, but also great interviews with the one and only Steve Gadd!
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00008AVAR?v=glance   (674 words)

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