Years ago I saw somebody do a report on Charlie Parker solo and they stripped down all the ornaments of the solo.

I could never find the report since then, I think I saw it in a magazine but I would always look at Parker solos and strip them down and realize how simple they were stripped down.

When I was a young kid I used to listen to Buddy Riches LPs awake and asleep so I could capture everything he does and the other players too. I could literally sing every solo on my favorite albums.

Even today I will often put a song or songs on loop on my iPhone and sleep with earbuds or just let it play next to me all night long.

In spite of not intentionally listening, it is my belief this helps subconsciously internalize the music.

Todd Isler posted this over at www.worlddrumworkshop.com.

Hey guys, had a rehearsal the other day and set up some mics real quick...

Hope you enjoy!

tommy crane - drums
Chris tordini - Bass
mike pinto - vibes

Next Sunday, October 3rd, I am performing at the famous Lambert Castle, in Paterson,N.J., with a violinist. We have never played this combination before and this video will show us practicing together for the very first time.

This melody, Cinema Paradiso Theme" was composed by the popular, Morricone ( who wrote the music for the "Godfather Film), and, Daniella wants it played with an "ad-lib" temperament, as you will hear.

The Coro d'Italia Heritage foundation from New York celebrates it's 78th year of exxistence and the two of us will be playing from the second balcony tier.

Our Winter Vibe Hang in Holland!