Drummer with Professional Attitude in Minneapolis / St Paul, MN.   I will help with your Club Date, Wedding, Church or Other Event.

Terry Nelson
Drummer

(651) 638-9428

terry@tdrum.com

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Here are some of my favorite artists in and around the win cities:

GK-Music, Gordy is more than just a GREAT Jedi Knight of Drumming, he is a Percussion Scientist.      More importantly than the music, he and his wife are two of the nicest people you would ever meet in the entire world!      I would strongly endorse anything you find for sale on his website, I have used many of the items myself.    If you are also a drummer, You NEED To Get his Video and Book on the Open Close Method!!!!!!!

Tom Hunter is truly a Great local Blues/Jazz Piano Player on his way up.    You will want to check out his web site, if you have a chance to go hear him you should.   Also, get him to play for your private party or other event before he becomes too popular.     His "Big Thunder" CD is one of my favorite CD's of all time, in my opinion it is a classic blues recording!   Buy it Here, by clicking on this link!

The Butanes were formed shortly after Curtis Obeda returned home from Chicago in 1983.   A blues protg, Obeda began his career playing guitar with the Twin Cities Blues luminaries of the late 70's and early 80's.     They have played all over the world and with many of the best artist in blues.

The Bothers Curtis is another Real Fun, Classic Blues band I would recommend!   Check out their web site for playing dates.    It was Curtis Blake who inspired me to want to be a professional musician!

The Phil Aaron Trio, features national recording artist Phil Aaron on piano, highly acclaimed acoustic bassist, Tom Lewis and international performer, Jay Epstein on drums. All three have extensive concert, recording and performance experience on both local and national levels.

The Rockin' Hollywoods present "Solid Gold Rock & Roll" from the 1950's thru the 1980's with an energy and excitement that captivates audiences of all ages.  Formed in 1973, the band utilizes period costuming, very physical choreography and staging, with great vocals and musicianship, gaining them critical and popular praise.

Doug Little, whether working his jazz quartet, composing new works for classical ensembles, or leading one of his Latin groups such as Seven Steps To Havana or Charanga Tropical, Doug Little presents music that connects and moves the listener.   recipient of numerous fellowships and awards, Little has been an important force on the Twin Cities jazz scene since 1991.

Debbie Duncan may be considered the upper Midwest's "best-kept-musical secret", but she has become a local legend and treasure in her home of Minneapolis. Her personality, vitality, and versatility all contribute to that fact. She is a terrific entertainer, and this is certainly part of her appeal. Most importantly, however, "she's a superb vocalist, probably the finest in the area/" [Bob Protzman, St. Paul Pioneer Press]

Steve Miller Band

 

Drum Sites

GK-Music

 

Drum.com

 

Books and Video's

The Open/Close Technique, Book One and Video
by Gordy Knudtson
http://gk-music.com/openclose.htm

 

How to Promote Your Music Successfully on the Internet
by David Nevue
http://www.musicbizacademy.com/bookstore/htpromotemusic.htm