Hi. As of this writing, I have just returned from the island of Guadeloupe, where I immersed myself in gwoka music. It was a tremendous musical experience - crawling inside the groove of a rich Afro-Caribbean tradition; learning from the heavies that helped shape it. My musical approach and my life in general are richer for the experience. . . . . . ANYHOW ...
If we haven't already met, I'm a musician based in the NYC area. Percussion of all kinds is my voice - my life, really! I love going to work, and my work is a wonderful mixed bag. Briefly, the CRED list includes: HOUSE - Roger Sanchez, Kerry Chandler, Dennis Ferrer; JAZZ - Gary Burton, Dave Brubeck; BROADWAY - Tarzan, The Lion King, Brooklyn; JINGLES - Miller Lite Beer, ESPN's X'treme Games, The New York Knicks; COMPOSING - The Young and the Restless, Burn Notice, One LIfe to Live; POP - Burlap to Cashmere, Entrain. . . . . . . .
I play percussion for the orchestra of IN THE HEIGHTS, the 2008 Tony winner for best musical. Broadway, baby! . . . . . . .
I also do some producing and engineering. And dig this - I've invented a few instruments that LP and Toca will be producing and selling soon. God willing, they will become part of your batterie. :)
For more, please check out www.DougHinrichs.com. My solo CD, "Q&A" is available through CDbaby.com or my website. ******************************************This first video is of my solo on Brazilian timbal and African Congas at my gig with the illustrious RFD.
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This is me horsin' around in my studio.
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Brother! The Height's songs sound great! I close my eyes & I'm there! (Man, the band Kansas sure ruined starting a sentence with, "I close my eyes...")
Hi Dougie, Great to hear from you. Just sang at the Metropolitan Room last night as a guest. Doing short gigs at the moment. Next one Camelot with NY Philharmonic. Was supposed to come see your show on Tuesday but had to cancel. Hope to see you soon man. I missed having my crew up there on stage with me last night. Hope you are doing great and living your passion man!!
Hi doug! how are you doing... practicing the Gwoka? nice tracks! Look! Le "Grand Baton" CD is now on CD Baby. makes it very affordable for US residents. find links on GB's page. talk to you soon. cheers
Just a quick note to let you know that a song I composed with my talented colleague Simone/4MuLA will be featured in the movie 'A Raisin In The Sun' airing on ABC tonight, 25th at 8pm EST. Here's the trailer of the movie: http://www. 4mu. la/JUMBOJUMBO/A_Raisin_In_The_Sun-TRAILER. mov
Hey Doug! Things have been good - I've been doing some more acting work lately so that's been fun...hope all is well with you and a good 2008 on the way :-)
Hey Doug! We met in Boston back in 90-something. It was you, me and maybe 5 other percussionists who played every show on-campus. Though I learned so much from you I wouldn't dare to say we were colleagues.
I remember playing a show where you weren't playing, but singing a couple of songs (which, come to think about it, may have been a fair distribution of talent: while you are certainly a more gifted and dedicated percussionist than I ever was, you DON'T want to hear me sing!).
As you may see on my page here and my personal site, I'm mostly devoted to Film Scoring and TV music now, though I still play the ocasional gig (on drums, which remain my main instrument).
Hey Doug! It's been a long time indeed. I was in NY about a year ago; but it was a fast visit. Next time I'll find you there. Lets keep in touch, man! Best wishes, Jair
Querido Doug!!!! I'm so proud of you!! Glad to hear your music. Love Always and best of luck! Beijos Vanessa STAY IN TOUCH! vanessafalabella@terra.com.br
Hi Doug, Saw your videos, great stuff...sounds like your musical talents have taken you on a wonderful journey....may your journey never end. "Bang on the drums all day"
Hi, doug It's Raphael, I don't if any of the guys answered you but here's a little piece of advice. I happen to have studied in that school. The one person you need to talk to is Sonny troupé, he's on myspace too.I hope I have been of any help anyways if you ever want to have some information, don't hesitate to ask me. Peace!!
Hey Doug, Wow...the Slipper Room was another life! Nice to hear from you and hear your music too. Sounds great! Thanks for your sweet comment. Cheers! Machan
