I love almost all music, and as a working drummer/percussionist, I think you HAVE to know a variety of styles to survive. Plus, it's more fun. Currently, I am checking out: Bill Stewart, Levon Helm, Steven Drozd, 'Philly' Joe Jones, Elvin Jones, John Bonham, Stewart Copeland, Kenny Washington, Changuito, Salif Ali, the list goes on...as far as other musicians/music: elliot smith, John Scofield, The Flaming Lips, Monk, Bebo Valdez, XTC, Oscar Peterson (RIP)...
Sounds Like
John Bonham meets Philly Joe meets Steve Gadd meets John Cage, but not as good as these guys (OK, maybe I sound better than John Cage behind the drums...)
Drummer Jason Palmer currently teaches at Western Oregon University and Umpqua Community College. He resides in Portland, Oregon. Jason performs and teaches throughout the Northwest and attended the University of Oregon, where he received both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Music. As a student, Jason had the opportunity to perform in a variety of ensembles and with guest artists such as Nancy King, Bobby Shew, Gary Versace, John Hollenbeck, and Toby Koenigsberg.
These experiences led to an active performing and teaching career in the region after graduation. Since 1995, Jason has performed and recorded with such artists as Dave Frishberg, Bucky Pizzarelli, John Zorn, Ruth Brown, Dick Hyman, Ken Peplowski, Randy Porter, Don Latarski, Tom Bergeron, Mike Denny, and Dan Tepfer. His pop and rock experience includes work with The Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, Mason Williams, the Justin King Band, Mark Alan, and Satin Love Orchestra. His performances include appearances at the Knitting Factory in New York, the Rochester Jazz Festival, the High Sierra Music Festival, Jazz Festival Calgary, and the Oregon Festival of American Music.
His recordings have been reviewed in Cadence, All About Jazz, and the All Music Guide.
Currently, Jason has relocated to Portland, OR where he hopes to play music, teach music, and enjoy this beautiful city!
Hi Jason! No...Paula only has a FaceBook account. That's were she and I have been uploading some of her videos. After he daughter died earlier this year, she's trying to get more involved with music and an outlet. Maybe I'll bring her to Jo Feds. Bye!
