40 years ago I arrived two hours early to a clinic of his and, ungrudgingly, Roy spent every second of it on a free drum lesson for me. Without exaggerating he was eerily like a drum wizard of Oz yanking aside the curtain and saying, "Take a look, I'll show you how all the machinery works behind the veil." The trad grip left hand fingertip technique that enabled Roy's blinding single stroke rolls was absolute sorcery. Then he gave a two-hour clinic answering everyone's questions. The crowd loved Roy so much they clustered around him another two hours asking still more questions. The euphoric Roy didn't mind one bit. A mob literally walked him to his car and made sure his seat belt was buckled. God bless that guy, he loved drums more than anyone I've ever met.
I attended one of his clinics back in the 70s. He explained and demonstrated how he practiced to gain speed for playing rudiments. Thank you for posting this. Roy was an educator and due to his influence, I'm a drum instructor and teach from books that Roy Burns authored.
Roy was a master drummer! I was fortunate enough to attend some of his Rogers clinics in the 1970s, and to meet him at NAMM shows. Always a direct, but firm conversation, and always helpful. He was one of a handful of drummers in my core group of "idols", I read his books, etc.. So much great information, presented in the clearest way. :)
It's so funny! I used to hear this ALL DAY LONG...for decades! I probably told you this somewhere else already, Dom. I live across the street from Roy. He was always out in the garage practicing...it was Heaven for me. I loved it so much. I think everyone did. I'm not aware of any neighbors ever complaining...and it was LOUD! Our street is like an amphitheater...sound traveled beautifully. :)
I attended one of Roy's clinics when he was with Rogers drums and he was a true professional and an excellent teacher. He had excellent technique and plenty of chops when he needed them or when he wanted to use them. He was never one of those "here I am and see my chops" type of drummers.
Una de mis influencias en batería aunque yo no ago jazz.yo ago rock n rollo.hard rock pop y variaciones pero tome muchas ideas de lo qe el .asia xqe se podía trasladar a todos estilos .un genio
Jan 1974. tribute to Gene Krupa nyc Roy went on first, got huge applause What a daunting task being om same bill with Louie, Buddy, Sonny Igoe, lionel Hampton Roy Haynes, Buddy Miles A drummer named Micky Sheen was given the finger by Buddy right on stage
40 years ago I arrived two hours early to a clinic of his and, ungrudgingly, Roy spent every second of it on a free drum lesson for me. Without exaggerating he was eerily like a drum wizard of Oz yanking aside the curtain and saying, "Take a look, I'll show you how all the machinery works behind the veil." The trad grip left hand fingertip technique that enabled Roy's blinding single stroke rolls was absolute sorcery. Then he gave a two-hour clinic answering everyone's questions. The crowd loved Roy so much they clustered around him another two hours asking still more questions. The euphoric Roy didn't mind one bit. A mob literally walked him to his car and made sure his seat belt was buckled. God bless that guy, he loved drums more than anyone I've ever met.
I attended one of his clinics back in the 70s. He explained and demonstrated how he practiced to gain speed for playing rudiments. Thank you for posting this. Roy was an educator and due to his influence, I'm a drum instructor and teach from books that Roy Burns authored.
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Great memories of seeing him on Long Island doing clinics in the 70s. I learned a lot. What a great guy he was. A real gentleman.
Roy was a master drummer! I was fortunate enough to attend some of his Rogers clinics in the 1970s, and to meet him at NAMM shows. Always a direct, but firm conversation, and always helpful. He was one of a handful of drummers in my core group of "idols", I read his books, etc.. So much great information, presented in the clearest way. :)
I took lessons from him around the same time as this clinic. Great teacher and a great experience
Roy was a mentor to me and believed in me when I didnt believe in myself.. I miss him alot
Henrique De Almeida from Berklee says Roys book is the gold standard. I can see why now. Holy Moly Mama!
phenominal feel and power. Roy Burns one of the all time great drummers
It's so funny! I used to hear this ALL DAY LONG...for decades! I probably told you this somewhere else already, Dom. I live across the street from Roy. He was always out in the garage practicing...it was Heaven for me. I loved it so much. I think everyone did. I'm not aware of any neighbors ever complaining...and it was LOUD! Our street is like an amphitheater...sound traveled beautifully. :)
Great memories! Thanks
I attended one of Roy's clinics when he was with Rogers drums and he was a true professional and an excellent teacher. He had excellent technique and plenty of chops when he needed them or when he wanted to use them. He was never one of those "here I am and see my chops" type of drummers.
Always astounded at the smooth fluidity of Roy’s playing.
Roy is the real deal old school. Incredible!
So smooth….such snare technique and fluid cymbal skill…..
RIP Roy
His snare ostinato with the left hand are amazing... a great for sure !
Rest easy. You left such a mark.
Una de mis influencias en batería aunque yo no ago jazz.yo ago rock n rollo.hard rock pop y variaciones pero tome muchas ideas de lo qe el .asia xqe se podía trasladar a todos estilos .un genio
wow that was wild
Unbelievable solo.....
Jan 1974. tribute to Gene Krupa nyc
Roy went on first, got huge applause
What a daunting task being om same bill with Louie, Buddy, Sonny Igoe, lionel Hampton Roy Haynes, Buddy Miles
A drummer named Micky Sheen was given the finger by Buddy right on stage
Andrew Chaplowitz I was there at the Felt Forum in NY.
@@GlobalDrumming remember the drum battle?
Andrew Chaplowitz Absolutely!
Aquarian snare drum batter heads are the best, regardless of drumming style, in my opinion.
Dom - You were probably there.
I was the MC! Thanks
@@GlobalDrumming That was you? I thought it was a stand-up comedian..lol
@@geraldarena5983 lolol
@@GlobalDrumming In fact, I looked for your album in the stores after that.
Burns has said that this performance was his last public one...playing.
Geoff Nelson he played one more show at the modern drummer festival.
Yes I was there.