Member Profile

Louisiana drummer specializing in New Orleans second line and funk rhythms.  Former member of Allen Toussaint’s band for nine years performing and touring domestically and internationally.  Studio drummer at the legendary Sea-Saint recording studio in New Orleans for nine years.  Performed with Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, Bonnie Raitt, Dr. John, Bozz Scaggs, Rita Coolidge, Jimmy Buffet, Aaron Neville, Bob Hope, George Burns, Don Grolnick, Solomon Burke, Art Neville, Alvin Batiste, Paul Schaffer, Randy Jackson and others.  Former member of the American Federation of Musicians in New Orleans (Local 174-496). Co-author of three drum method books with Roy Burns for Rhythmic Publications and later published by Warner Brothers.  The books are Studio Funk Drumming, One Surface Learning and New Orleans Drumming.  As an endorser for Tama Drums, Sabian Cymbals and Aquarian Drumheads facilitated drum clinics in Los Angeles, New York, Boston (Berklee College of Music), New Orleans and other cities.  Currently an endorser/artist for Sonor Drums and Sabian Cymbals. Jazz studies at Southeastern Louisiana University which is the alma mater for the renowned jazz pianist Bill Evans. Assisted the Department of Music and Bill Evans personally in establishing the first “Bill Evans Jazz Festival” now in its 22nd season.