Material is wide ranging, covering every topic from how to apply basic drum rudiments into live playing, to bass drum technique, to time keeping and how to approach practicing.
A highlight is Steve'sdeconstruction of his drumwork on
Paul Simon's Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover, and the amazing discussion/demonstration of his four stick
technique on Paul Simon's Late in the Evening.

Steve Gadd is one of the most respected drummers in the business, playing for such legends as Paul Simon, Paul McCartney, and Frank Sinatra. This video features Gadd performing with other musicians and explaining his
technique to the viewer.

An historic evening that included a special tribute to the late Armand Zildjian. The once-in-a-lifetime event was hosted by Mr. Bill Cosby and featured an all-star band that included, Vinnie Colaiuta and Rick Marotta, drums; Michael Landau, guitar; Jimmy Johnson, bass; Larry Goldings, keyboards; and special guest appearances by Will Lee, vocals and
Tom Scott, saxophone. The evening culminated in an incredible performance by Steve with James Taylor. This double-disc DVD features over six hours of footage, including the evening's performances; exclusive rehearsal footage; a 20-minute documentary on Steve's career, narrated by Tony Levin; backstage interviews; rare, early film footage of Steve, and a video tribute to the late, Armand Zildjian.

The Gadd Gang Live
DVD

Featuring: Steve Gadd and the Gadd Gang , Dave Weckl and His Band, Steve Smith, John Patitucci, Victor Wooten, Horacio ”El Negro” Hernandez, The Collective Faculty Bands

On Sunday, November 24 Drummers Collective celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an incredible evening of music in NYC. The Collective has been a haven for musicians from all over the world, since 1977.

Steve Gadd and the Gadd Gang, closed out the day, with their first performance in ten years. Steve started off his set solo, with a brilliant rendition of “Bye Bye Blackbird” and then did the rudimental solo, based on “Crazy Army”, that has become a trademark. The Gadd Gang, featuring Cornell Dupree on guitar, Eddie Gomez on bass, Ronnie Cuber on baritone sax, and Larry Goldings on Hammond B3, capped everything off with a set of soulful, R&B.

Legendary percussionists Steve Gadd and Giovanni Hildago perform together for the first time in this collection of footage from the Modern Drummer Festival.

You'll also see each drummer backstage preparing and rehearsing, as well as improvising a few solos.
Don't miss this historical drumming event!

Loops & multi-sampled drum hits played by legendary drummer Steve Gadd. Steve's credits include Paul Simon's Rhythm of the Saints & Graceland, Steely Dan Aja, and many more world class hits. DrumScores include Brush Samba, Afri-Latin & Reggae. Sticks & brush samples. Loopable sections and complete pieces of drum music.

Yamaha SG BSD-14ASG (birch)

As one of the most sought-after studio, recording and live drummers in the world, Gadd is regarded as one of the most influential drummers in contemporary music, having worked with a roster that includes Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Barbra Streisand, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, Steely Dan and Chick Corea.

He enjoys a nearly 30-year relationship with Yamaha, and has had input on a number of products and signature items. Steve Gadd balances frequent recording dates with a hectic touring schedule.

Continuing its long tradition of collaborating with today's most respected and influential drummers, the Zildjian Company is proud to introduce the new K Custom Session line of cymbals. Designed with Steve Gadd and featuring his distinctive cymbal sound, the K Custom Session line includes 14" Hi-Hats, 16" and 18" Crashes, and an 18" Ride.

LP is proud that Steve Gadd plays LP percussion instruments exclusively. When he played Latin, he alluded to the master timbaleros such as Tito Puente and (later) congueros such as Giovanni Hidalgo, single-handedly carving out a Latin drumset style that incorporated funk and salsa in a manner that made Gadd a favorite across the Caribbean and the rest of the world. His cowbell work alone became a study: It seemed to speak a wide vocabulary of rhythms derived from mambo shout choruses and cascaras. Gadd is generally credited with creating a style of “NYC Mozambique” rhythm, so much so that a variation, characterized by authoritative bass drum punctuation,
carries his name.

• Vic Firth Steve Gadd Hickory
Slightly shorter than the American Classic ® 5A, Steve's signature stick features a barrel tip for a great recording sound. Available in wood or nylon tip.
L=15 3/4", Dia.=.550"

• Vic Firth Steve Gadd Signature Brushes

• Remo coated Power Stroke 3 on Snare batter
• Pinstripes on tops of Toms
owith clear Ambassadors on bottoms
• Pinstripe on Kick batter

Yamaha introduced the Steve Gadd Signature 30th Anniversary Drum Set, a replica of the custom kit that he has played for almost 20 years.

Manufactured in a limited edition
of 50 units, each kit includes a certificate of authenticity personally signed by Gadd.