Hi All
I am Jes I am I working with Cherie on this show which is shaping up to be a fantastic event.I am looking forward to the Ludwig display Kurt, thanks for stepping up and bringing these out to share.
For some reason there were rumors the show was cancelled:confused: but nothing is further from the truth and the show is continuing to grow even today
While I am not a self confessed gear nut there should be a massive array of everything as we just signed on are Odery, Grover Tempus and Cooperman drums adding to Craviotto,DW Ludwig, Ocheltree and many many other drum makers not to mention cymbals from Bosphorus Spizzichino and Zildjian
The clinics are really going to be the highlight for me as the artists and duet performances should be incredible. I have studied with some of these cats and I can promise a great educational experience for all.
On the list are Cindy Blackman, Steve Smith, Pete Lockett, Bob Moses, Kenwood Dennard, Dave Dicenso, Sergio Bellotti, Dave Mattacks, Jerome Deupree, Andrew Barr and Neal Smith
There will be two clinic halls running and Steve Smith and Pete locket will be perfoming a duet on saturday night after their individual clinics
Also on Saturday Bob Moses will join Kenwood Dennard after their individual clinics for a new music duet.
We hope as many as possible can come and help support the artists and show!
For those living in the region you are very fortunate as this is a starting step in a larger plan to bring more quality music and percussive education to the New England area. Keep an eye and ear open as we are planning a performance and music workshop featuring Brian Blade and the Fellowship which should be another "Must attend" clinic
There are still vendor booths available starting at $150 with disounts on larger booth areas
There will be a consignment area so bring Kurt some good Ludwigs!!
Pre show Tickets are on sale at $15 for 1 day and $25 for 2 days early bird/ VIP and Golden Circle passes are also available on a limited basis
Thanks to Johnny C., all advance ticket purchases are entered in a special drawing to WIN a Craviotto Solid 6 1/2" snare!Party
We have over $15,000 in other raffles with 2 complete cymbal sets from Zildjian, Snares From Gretsch, Dunnett, Ocheltree, Tempus, Ludwig & Sonor
Other prizes include a Drummers Collective Scholarship, Virtual Drummer Scholarships, Hardware From Gibraltar, Axis, Hyper Bass, Keller Shells, Rhythm Tech, ProMark, Shure and assorted cymbals from Bosphorus & Zildjian
We are still seeking some volunteers to aid in show day production and there are some perksD' Drummer
We could also use someone with a good bit of experience with 6 ply [COLOR="Red"]&[/COLOR] 3 ply Gretsch to lend a hand managing the "HEAR THE DIFFERENCE" booth which will feature sets in both 3 ply and 6 ply configurations for A/B sonic comparison.
Full details, schedule and accomodation info can be found on the site
http://www.thedrumexpo.com
Jes