Conversations with Peter Erskine

NYU Steinhardt Jazz Interview Series from Southern California. Dr. David Schroeder interviews the legendary drummer Peter Erskine on his amazing musical journey. Topics include Peter's work with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Weather Report, Steps Ahead and much more.

[@muonani]

Mr Erskine has the word and thought and uses them well. Informative and moving. What a great interview!

[@jamesarnold5554]

A MAKER OF MUSIC HE IS!!!!!! I could listen to him play all day long

[@malko42]

Me too.

[@bartoandreskibinski2253]

Dear Peter, I very much liked the time you took to share your story. No rush, just something very clear to imagine. Thank you

[@ajn465]

My favorite living drummer.. Such a knowledgeable musician.

[@patrickbrennan2864]

“….and - you know - playin’ a lot of bullshit “
Thanks Peter, genuine heartfelt drumming and genuine discussion

[@charlieprice4072]

Thank you so much Peter.. Your approach and touch, musically on the instrument continues to inspire me daily. ¡Saludos de España!

[@bonzomio]

A few years back I had the wonderful opportunity to carefully maneuver myself two rows back, up front, dead center at ear level to the bass drum of one of the jazz greats to listen to his playing with a college jazz ensemble group. The drummer's name was Peter Erskine. Mr. Erskine was in town (Omaha) for a Jazz Masterclass and performance. His drumming quite literally blew my socks off; the combination of power and touch were transcendent. Having met him the day before, Peter is also an accessible, great guy and great ambassador to music and drumming. Thanks, Peter! Great interview.

[@ALCDNY]

Erskine is such a great storyteller. Just like his drumming, so articulate and fun!

[@farshimelt]

All you need is 1 question and Erskine can can on forever. An interviewers dream.

[@charleswinokoor6023]

David Schroeder is an excellent interviewer, which is rare in today’s TH-cam world, especially when it comes to talking to musicians.

[@UltrafiAV]

"You look like one of those jazz education motherfuckers." I love it! What a great interview!

[@Tfunkize]

Erskine was the king of drums in the 80`s

[@reidwhitton6248]

Sweet Soul is a long time favorite. A beautiful record.

[@IamUncledeuce]

Stage band camp... I remember it well. As soon as Peter mentioned that - a flood of good memories crossed my mind.

[@fusionhar]

If you are profoundly serious drummer,composer or Musician.....this is the Man

[@pixelatedparcel]

A true artist.

[@thebreathalyzer]

Wonderful interview. One of the most engaging insightful interviews I've seen in a long time. wow.

[@Navroze]

as crystal clear and enlightening as his playing

[@hifitommy]

really great insight to weather report and peter. i am surprised that alex acuna wasn't mentioned.

[@wardlewis35]

peter albums yeah yours two tunes leroy street with mike cyotoe blues with don love ya bro thats just one item of yours

[@MonacoRocha]

Great Musician...

[@MELONenSURPRISE]

my favourite fatty ,developing relationship with an album , great drummer

[@bezuglich]

Cool he mentions Eric Gravatt, who played in Miroslav-era Weather Report, back before they turned commercial.

[@nononouh]

2:10, share sth, conversant w conversational, staying power, 50:00 names

[@borgullet3376]

Yoda..