ROCKLAND — Join Midcoast Music Academy for the opportunity to meet and learn from drummer and Berklee College of Music percussion professor Dave DiCenso live at the Strand Theater in Rockland on Saturday, September 9th. 30, at 16:00
Dave DiCenso has performed and recorded with a variety of renowned artists including Josh Groban, Hiromi, John Petrucci (Dream Theatre), the Steve Morse Band, Cro-Mags, Johnny A, Duran Duran, Judith Hill and Carole King, among many others. other. He has performed in arenas, amphitheaters, concert halls and clubs around the world, and has made numerous television appearances, including The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, CSI New York, Live at Lincoln Center, “Dancing with the Stars”, “The Ellen Degeneres Show”. and MTV’s Headbangers Ball.
An equally accomplished teacher, DiCenso has personally trained hundreds of drummers, many of whom have achieved worldwide recognition. He is a professor of percussion at Berklee College of Music and an author of teaching aids. Rhythm and drumming debunked And Universal rhythms for the drum kit.
In this private masterclass, which includes talks and audience Q&A, DiCenso will explore concepts from his new book. Smooth fills and musical phrasingwhich provides students with a system for increasing vocabulary while improving rhythm, flow, musicality and listening skills.
“Whether you’re an advanced or aspiring drummer, a music educator, or simply love music, you won’t want to miss this opportunity,” Midcoast Music Academy said in a press release.
Tickets can be purchased at Midcoastmusicacademy.com/events, the Strand Theater website or at the door. Tickets are $15 for music students and teachers and $25 for the general public. Please contact MCMA Director Jen Feldman at jen@midcoastmusicacademy.com with any questions.
To learn more about Dave DiCenso, his work and teaching philosophy, visit davedicenso.com.