Links Mentioned In Chat Progressive Steps to Syncopation by Ted Reed : https://www.amazon.com/Progressive-Syncopation-Modern-Drummer-Publications/dp/0882847953 Beyond Bob Drumming by John Riley: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Bop-Drumming-Manhattan-Publications/dp/1576236099 The Distracted Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Distracted-Mind-MIT-Press-High-Tech/dp/0262534436/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiApY6BBhCsARIsAOI_GjZZeSjCHtGope2KXxS_Aq-VVusmohqhtazDN1U3cJpcA7dNSptkrMgaAnr9EALw_wcB&hvadid=174227778459&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9013636&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3825824703936745219&hvtargid=kwd-138395738163&hydadcr=22 Jumplinks to Student Questions: 00:00:23 - Introduction 00:06:56 - What tools, books, etc. would you recommend to build jazz independence? 00:15:31 - Tips on critical listening? 00:28:54 - Can you talk about the influence of Paul Motian in your drumming? 00:49:35 - What does the kick drum do in jazz? 00:53:21 - I don't 'get' jazz, what's wrong with me? 00:59:43 - How did The Bad Plus approach their covers? 01:07:22 - Most important traits in a musician? 01:23:04 - What inspired rational funk? 01:28:18 - Will learning piano take away from your drumming progression? 01:31:25 - What size sticks do you use? 01:33:39 - Tips on sight reading? 01:41:12 - How has the pandemic affected your career? 01:44:35 - How do you balance artistic pursuits vs making money in your career? 01:50:06 - Do you have a favorite drum or cymbal? 01:52:17 - Housekeeping