Mike Michalkow

Bio:

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First off.. my last name is pronounced (Mih-cal-co).. it's easier than it looks.

Mike Michalkow - professional drummer, drum educator and percussionist for 20 years. A seasoned veteran of studio recording and live performance. www.mikemichalkow.com

Creator and author of "The Drumming System" www.drummingsystem.com

Authored "The Total Rock Drummer" Book/CD by Alfred Publishing available at Music Stores Worldwide.

Creator and Author of "The Jazz Drumming System" and "The Latin Drumming System" DVD's/Book/Play-along CD. Available for sale at ..www.jazzdrummingsystem.com & www.latindrummingsystem.com

I work with David Foster & the David Foster Foundation since 2005.

Available for freelance work, studio sessions and sub work and am currently offering drum lessons & masterclasses in the Vancouver area.

West coast Drum and Percussion Director for summer workshops at "The National Guitar Workshop" Seattle, Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Endorsements include Yamaha Drums, Evans Drumheads, Sabian Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks & Hansen Futz accessory pedals.

Author of "Building a Foundation For the Modern Drummer" Drum Instructional Book.

First Instructional DVD was released in June 2006 "The Secrets of the Moeller Method" visit www.moellermethod.com

Studied with Great drummers such as John "JR" Robinson, Dom Famularo, Jim Chapin, John Fisher, Virgil Donati, Mitch Dorge, Peter Magadini and Chuck Silverman.

Performed at the Vancouver International Drum Festival 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2007 and shared the stage with John "JR" Robinson, Dom Famularo, Virgil Donati, Cindy Blackman, Chad Smith, Matt Frenette, Mitch Dorge, Kirk Covington and Robby Ameen.

Mike is available for session work, performances and private/group lessons

About "Symphony In DeMeanor"

Four guys from Canada that joined together in 2002 to form Symphony in DeMeanor. Taking all the things they like from their influences, which include The Beatles, The Move, Badfinger, Queen, E.L.O. among others, and combining them into their own unique tapestry of sound. A retro sound, that's completely new! In November 2004, SiD released their debut CD entitled "The First One". In 2005 it was nominated in the "Best Album" category of the International On-Line Music Awards; an award it received after over 15,000 ballots were cast. Their second release, surprisingly enough entitled "The Second One", has just been released in May 2006 and promises to surprise a few listeners, as the band shows their diversity, without straying too far from their own unique sound. The tracks from both CD's can be downloaded for FREE from their website at www.symphonyindemeanor.com And if you want the actual product, and to support the band, both CD's are also available there for sale at reasonable cost. Your choice!

Visit www.mikemichalkow.com for more info

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Member Since:

May 18, 2006

Members:

Moeller Method Secrets DVD Band: Damian Erskine (Bass), Cameron Peace (Guitar), Mike Michalkow (Drums). "Symphony In Demeanor": Rob Vermuelen (Vocals), Tom Carter (Keyboards & Vocals), Bruce Carrick (Guitar & Vocals), Mike Michalkow (Drums & Vocals), "Brent Ellis Group" Brent Ellis - Guitar, Rob Ellis - Bass, Lloyd Bates- Keys, Mike Michalkow (Drums.) Jim Meyer Duo: Jim Meyer (Chapman Stick), Mike Michalkow (Drums)

Influences:

Vinnie Colaiuta, John "JR" Robinson, Dom Famularo, David Foster, Neil Peart, Stewart Copeland, Terry Bozzio, Gene Hoglan, Steve Gadd, Dave Weckl, Thomas Lang, Virgil Donati, Alex Acuna, Jim Chapin, John Fisher, Tony Williams, Max Roach, Jack DeJohnette, Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, W.S. Holland, Jeff Porcaro, Bruce Lee, Judge Judy, Hugh Laurie, & Tenacious D.

Sounds Like:

The Beatles, Queen, ELO, Pink Floyd, Rush, Dream Theater, King Crimson, Tower of Power, Karizma, Strunz & Farrah, Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, Dr. John (Depends on which Band I work with) .