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Gary Weiss

General Info

  • Genre: Other

    Location STATEN ISLAND, New York, Un

    Profile Views: 17878

    Last Login: 12/18/2012

    Member Since 10/16/2007

    Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LmZhY2Vib29rLmNvbS9ob21lLnBocCYjMDM1OyEvcHJvZmlsZS5waHA/aWQ9MTAwMDAwODk0MjUxODUy

    Type of Label Unsigned

  • Bio

    Gary Weiss' dynamic drumming style has earned him the reputation of being one of the nation's finest and most respected musicians. He is a creative player who allows the sharp precision of his style to emerge without overshadowing the music. His energy and versatility intoxicate the listener. He has entertained audiences for over two decades in various clubs, as well as major venues, such as Madison Square Garden, Continental Airlines Arena (now the IZOD Center) and the PNC Bank Arts Center. His intensity at a young age earned him a first place victory in the Louis Bellson/Slingerland Regional Drum Contest in 1979. Gary is well versed in all genres of music and is a proficient chart reader. His talent, professionalism and reliabilty makes him number one on the list for any drumming situation. Gary has worked with music legends who include Dion---Gary US Bonds---Southside Johnny---Tiffany---Maxine Nightingale---Little Anthony and the Imperials---The Duprees---The Drifters---The Temptations---Percy Sledge---The Hollies---Thelma Houston---Bowser---Wolfman Jack---Tommy Roe---Freddy'BoomBoom Canon---The Chiffons---The Coasters---'Lightning' Lou Christie---Tavares---and the list goes on and on totalling approximately 100+ artists to date. Features of my One Minus Music CD Drummers: – Increase your drumming vocabulary by hearing a variety of musical genres. – Hear how fills and dynamics are applied to various rhythms. – No loops or machines; JUST LIVE DRUMS played in song form with no other instruments, so you're really able to hear what's being played. – Over seven minutes of drum solo ideas. – Audio comments and rhythms slowed down and discussed. –Link to website www.garyweissdrums.net to view transcriptions with explanations and suggestions of each track. Guitars, Keyboards, Bass: – Become aware of a variety of musical styles. – Broaden your musical knowledge and improve your skills. – Play along with a "live drummer" to styles such as Rock, Jazz, Latin, Motown, R&B, etc. – Put in the CD and practice your lessons with a drummer in song form and in metronomically correct time. No need to worry about what key you're in. One Minus Music is intended to help you hone your craft and make you more versatile. Gary Weiss proudly endorses and would like to thank everyone at Promark, Universal Percussion, Creation Drums and Murat Diril cymbals for their support!
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