🎶 Experienced Jazz Drummer Seeking Local Jazz Musicians (PHX / East Valley)
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Hello Phoenix & East Valley musicians!
I’m an experienced jazz drummer with 15+ years of live performance experience, looking to connect with local players who are interested in forming a tight, tasteful jazz trio or quartet. The vision is a group focused on Jazz Standards (Real Book), along with original compositions and creative arrangements of traditional tunes.
Looking for:
Pianist or Guitar
Upright Bassist
Sax, Trumpet
Musicians who are reliable, collaborative, and serious about gigging, but easygoing and fun to work with.
Musical Style & Goals:
Straight-ahead jazz, swing, blues, bossa, cool jazz, modal, modern standards
Open to co-writing originals or experimenting with new arrangements
Rehearse locally in the East Valley (Tempe / Mesa / Chandler / Gilbert / Scottsdale)
Build a solid set list for:
Restaurants & lounges
Wine bars & supper clubs
Corporate events & private parties
Background dinner music or featured performance sets
About Me:
15+ years behind the kit
Strong feel, dynamics, time, and versatility
Professional gear & transportation
Easy to collaborate with—focused on making the music feel great
What I’m Looking For in You:
Solid musicianship
Comfortable with Real Book charts
Interested in playing out semi-regularly
Good communicator with a positive attitude
Open to rehearsing and shaping the group’s sound
If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, let’s connect!
Tell me a bit about your background, what instrument you play, links to any recordings (if you have them), and your general availability.
💬 Reply via email and let’s make some great music together.
Looking forward to hearing from you! 🎷🎹🎸🥁