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The Effective Drummer from a Melodical Point of View (2016)

Thomas de Visser
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Name: Thomas de Visser Main Subject: Jazz Drums Research Supervisor: Patrick Schenkius Title of Research: The effective drummer from a melodical point of view Research Question: How can I become a more effective but melodic musician in smaller ensembles and big band, inspired by the playing of Shelly Manne? Summary of Results: As a drummer with great interest towards effective but melodic playing, I have been trying to improve my approach to creating supportive accompaniment and melodic solos. Shelly Manne, in particular came to my attention because he accomplished just that in his playing. Tangible research results: 1. I improved my playing by making rhythms based on melodies instead of melodies made of rhythms. 2. My conception of time keeping changed and became stronger. 3. My brush playing improved unexpectedly as a side effect of researching Shelly Manne. 4. I became more in control of my sound, more secure in taking risks, and more secure in leaving open spaces in my improvisation because of this research. Biography Thomas de Visser is a Dutch drummer who specializes in jazz whilst also having stage and studio experience in a large variety of music styles. Thomas is currently living in The Hague and worked his way into the Dutch music scene. He is currently a sideman and bandleader, touring throughout the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and other European countries. In addition, he recently played concerts in the south of Brazil with the Marcio Philomena guitar trio.
typeresearch exposition
date08/03/2016
published23/08/2016
last modified23/08/2016
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urlhttps://www.researchcatalogue.net/view/132771/132772
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