GIVE THE DRUMMER SOME 8/28/2016

COMMENTS  FROM PROF THOMAS TAYLOR

Thomas Taylor August 7 at 9:59pm   Put it on your calendar. Y'all have 3 weeks to get ready for this great event! There are going to be some great workshops before the concert. Each of us will give a 50 minute workshop on a variety to things. Here is the order: 2:00 in BN Duke New Band Room- Thomas Taylor will discuss “Hearing loss and the effects of NOT protecting your ears, 5 daily habits to protect your hearing”. 2:30 in BN Duke Old Band Room- Larry Q. Draughn Jr. will talk about the “Transmutation of Black American popular rhythm from the swing era till now”. 3:00 in BN Duke New Band Room- Brandon Rich will discuss “5 ways to get your vibes singing”, different techniques to improve your melodic and rhythmic lines on keyboard instruments. 3:30 in BN Duke Old Band Room- Theous Jones will discuss “Musicians & Nutrition- Routine, Set the Mood, & Groove”. Health tips on being healthy on and off stage. You will get basic stretches and exercises that can be done at home, in a hotel room, even in your office at work. 4:00 in BN Duke New Band Room- Carl Allen will discuss “Owning the Music and the Process”.