Tony Garcia – Importance of Listening to Jazz

Tony Garcia - Importance of Listening to Jazz

The best way to learn about Jazz is to listen, sing, and imitate the legendary artists of the past. The ability to hear, mimic, and develop the vocabulary of these Jazz artists is the first step toward mastering the language of this musical genre.

The History of the Drums in Jazz (Part 1)

The History of the Drums in Jazz (Part 1)

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong explores the history of the drums in jazz. Starting with New Orleans drummers Warren “Baby” Dodds, Tony Spargo, and continuing with Sonny Greer, this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary drummer Jon McCaslin playing brief examples representative of each player examined.