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The Big Beat 2009 Hosted By Resurrection Drums: Hollywood, FL

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Last year drummers across the nation made history by taking part in The Big Beat Event! Founded by Five Star Drum Shops and sponsored by just about every major drum manufacturer and magazine publication there is, last year's event was nothing short of a tremendous success! Billed as one of the worlds largest multi-city drum events, last year's event drew 1286 drummers and over 4000 spectators in nine cities, raised more than $45,000 for music and other charities and collected 7000 pounds of food. All money collected will benefit the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation.

Founded in 1996, MHOF donates new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved schools, community music programs and individual students nationwide, in an effort to give youngsters the many benefits of music education, help them to be better students and inspire creativity and expression through playing music. Since its inception, MHOF programs have benefited more than 500,000 students and have enabled hundreds of dedicated teachers to provide a better learning experience in school.

This year I was once again invited by Jeff Lee and his wonderful staff at Resurrection Drums for The Big Beat 2009 in Hollywood, FL. Flying solo this year I was more than happy to oblige them by representing Drummer Connection at the Hollywood's Fastest Drummer Booth - hosted by yours truly. I want to personally thank Cleve Alleyne of Stick Gripps for donating his awesome grips and providing samples for all the contestants - while they lasted! For those who didn't receive a pair you can purchase them at stickgripps.com, Chad Sexston's Drum City, and your local California Guitar Center Stores - soon to be Nationwide!

In the end it was last years returning champion Chris Mignacea who once again claimed the title of fastest drummer and took home the grand prize donated by Resurrection Drums - A DW 8000 DOUBLE PEDAL!

Drummers from all across the state of Florida came out once again to participate. Throughout the day we were treated to several spectacles such as teen bands from the local area, the high school drumline competition, all out jam sessions, and William Stewart returning once again to deliver another informative and entertaining drumming workshop. An accomplished musician and educator, William is more famously known for being a member of the acclaimed reggae band Inner Circle.

Later on there were clinics and performances by Russ Miller, Derek Roddy, and Richard Bravo who closed out the event after the World Record attempt.
I would once again like to thank Jeff Lee and the staff of Resurrection Drums, Stick Gripps, and all the participants that came out and donated to support the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation and other local charities. We'll see you guys again next year!

To check out all teh pictures from the event click HERE

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Jim Chapin Lifetime Achievement Award

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David Northrup - Clinic

Submitted by billy ashbaugh on: Wednesday, Mar 4, 2009

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Carmine Appice - Teaching Seminar

Submitted by billy ashbaugh on: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009

Come out and learn how to "Rockify" the classics with Seminole Music and Sound! This is a FREE teaching seminar hosted by the great Carmine Appice. Carmine first came into the spotlight with the band Vanilla Fudge in the late 1960’s. Later, Carmine joined Grammy-winning guitar hero Jeff Beck, becoming a member of the internationally acclaimed trio: Beck, Bogert and Appice. One of the premier showmen in rock, he became known worldwide for his astonishing live ... more »

Dave Simmons - Drum Kit Tour: KC and the Sunshine Band

Submitted by ThatDrummerKid on: Saturday, Feb 7, 2009

On February 7th, 2009, the DrummerConnection.com Crew – Billy Ashbaugh, Joe Brewer and Eric Rosebrock set out to visit Dave Simmons – old Friend of Billy Ashbaugh and member of DrummerConnection.com as he performed his gig with KC & The Sunshine Band at Universal Studio’s Mardi Gra, 2009. Dave was kind enough to get us access and film a drum kit tour with his stage manager / and drum tech before the show. There’s lots of good pointers and tips in here. ... more »

Winter NAMM 2009

Submitted by webadmin on: Thursday, Jan 15, 2009

The NAMM show is the most sought-after convention for drummers. With a colossal display of drums, new products, creative ideas and up coming future occurrences. The year is 2009 and so we had the privilege to attend the show, shoot some footage, talk to some great people/drummers and check out the cool new gear that is for release for this year. Being that this is Drummer Connection’s second NAMM show, we came back with a plan of action! Even cooler, DC founder Eric Rosebrock ... more »

DrummerConnection - Drum Room Jam

Submitted by webadmin on: Saturday, Nov 15, 2008

Almost every week for the past 3 years, someone from the DC crew has made a trip out to drumfreaks DrumRoom to jam and do some playalongs. We thought it would be cool to document one of those days. On this day in November of '08, drumfreak, Keith and Damian made the trip! It's real easy to spend the entire day there and completely loose track of time. We sifted through the footage that day and came up with 11 videos for you guys. It's amazing to see just how much things change ove ... more »

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