Canadian Musician - November/December 2018 | Page 49

RIGHT IN THE MIX Canadian Musician’s 2018 Drum & Percussion Special T IN I N G/ F By Andrew King If variety is the spice of life, then this could be our punchiest drum and percussion special to date. We’ve rounded up a varied panel of players known for projects ranging from jazz to metal, world music to meat-and-potatoes rock, and far beyond. They share insights on how they prepare for gigs, incorporating various styles into their playing, the importance of an ongoing musical education, and more. Count us in… C A N A D I A N M U S I C I A N • 49