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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| the blue devils book of drumming | 2/7/2012 | James Moyer |
| Q: i was wondering if you happened to know where i could perchase this book for him online. please ... A: Wow - I have been out of DCI for decades. I imagine there are only 2 sources for what you want. The ... | ||
| blue devils drum corp | 1/28/2012 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: my son has been frantically looking for the blue devils book of drumming. where can i find this ... A: Shannon, I really do not know anything about this book. I have never been asked about it. I did not ... | ||
| Slingerland Drums | 1/14/2012 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: I have what I belive is a Slingerland drum set from the early 60's. It is a purple satan 6 peice ... A: The picture helps, thanks. It's a little hard to see the badges in the picture. You can get an ... | ||
| Slingerland clear drumset | 1/10/2012 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I have a set of clear, Slingerland drums. The only set I have ever seen. I bought them around 1982. ... A: I have a picture of that set on the main web site: ... | ||
| 1982 recording customs??? | 1/10/2012 | David Anfuso |
| Q: So i bought a 1982 7 piece Yamaha recording custom drum set but the sizes of the drums are odd and i ... A: Ok thanks! I stick with my original value. If they were single headed I would have changed my mind. ... | ||
| 1982 recording customs??? | 1/10/2012 | David Anfuso |
| Q: So i bought a 1982 7 piece Yamaha recording custom drum set but the sizes of the drums are odd and i ... A: I did not ask, are the rack toms double headed? Also, I just looked at a 1982 Yamaha Japanese ... | ||
| Snare Drum | 12/28/2011 | The Doctor |
| Q: I have a snare drum with a busted bottom head. I would like to repair it to sell and all I have is a ... A: The color or tint of the bottom drum head does not determine if it's appropriate for use as a snare ... | ||
| vtg speed king | 12/20/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: i need a vtg chrome hoop clamppin for my speed king pedal,do you have one to sell$ GOING TO BFLO ... A: Hey Frank, I have a speed king, but I don't have any spare parts to sell. This guy does speed king ... | ||
| gretsch snare 4106 | 12/14/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I OWN A GRETSCH SNARE 4106, SERIAL #17759,WITH STOP SIGN BADGE, I,m not sure how accurayte i can ... A: If re-conditioning means re-plating then I would say no. Usually it is not worth it unless you have ... | ||
| Follow Up to Slingerland Question | 12/14/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I did receive some pics from the seller so I am forwarding them along to you for any possible ... A: I see the photo. Rather small, but I can tell the two toms do not match exactly, or they were ... | ||
| Value of Slingerland Drum Set | 12/13/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I have been in the market for a used drum set for my son. A co-worker has offered his late 60's ... A: If it is all in good shape and the cymbals are a decent brand then it is a very good deal. I would ... | ||
| slingerland | 12/10/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: I sent you a question a few years back about my drum kit. I was trying to date it and authenticate ... A: Barry, I would be glad to look at your drums and be glad to give you some lessons. Those holes do ... | ||
| repainting drums for a marching band | 12/9/2011 | James Moyer |
| Q: Our drums are looking a little beat up and we were wondering if we can repaint or resuface them ? ... A: Much depends on the type of finish already on the drums. I suspect they are covered in a cortex or ... | ||
| drums | 12/8/2011 | Paul E |
| Q: thanks A: Well Anthony, DJM Music is the co distibuting the kits. http://www.djmmusic.com. CB Drums started ... | ||
| Tempro Drums | 12/1/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: We have an old tempro drum set in excellent condition. Just wondering about the value and how you ... A: First, are you selling just the drums shown, or do you have the hardware available for sale as well? ... | ||
| Best starting point | 11/30/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Percussion has called to me for as long as I can remember... in elementary school I was told ... A: Hey Darcie, Not knowing your budget, I'll give you a few options. Ludwig makes a decent entry level ... | ||
| Best starting point | 11/30/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Percussion has called to me for as long as I can remember... in elementary school I was told ... A: You're right, a good way to start is to get a practice pad. The price and playing surfaces vary. I ... | ||
| Rogers R 380 | 11/29/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: David I have just bought a gorgeous Rogers in a clear wood finish and have two nut boxes missing ... A: I have a Rogers reference page with catalogs from Rogers including the R380 drums. Check it out ... | ||
| camber 6mm t-tops | 11/9/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: I understand these are no longer made. Any idea of a possible source? I need 5 of them. Thanks, ... A: That is a surprise. The only 2 options are to keep looking for them or make them yourself. It ... | ||
| Sligerland Snare Drum | 11/3/2011 | Paul E |
| Q: I believe I have a Gene Krupa, Sound King Chrome Snare Drum, with original stand, and the original ... A: If its for sale in the States, I can only guestimate, but heres some ads: ... | ||
| 1978/79 Engraved Ludwig Black Beauty Super Sensitive 5x14 | 10/29/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Mike, I recently walked into an estate sale near my home and, hiding in the corner, was a Ludwig ... A: Hey Josh, Let's start with the date. As you may already know, the info we get with Ludwig serial ... | ||
| Slingerland Gene Krupa Set Conway AR Badge | 10/26/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: i am an Slingerland fan and have a 70īs Buddy Rich Set with complete outfit and original hardware, ... A: We have a badge page created by the authority on Slingerland Drums. You should read through his ... | ||
| Identify an old snare drum. | 10/24/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: I need help identfying an old snare drum that was given to me. It has no marks, no badges and has 6 ... A: Sorry it took a while for me to follow up. Those tension rods weren't used much past the 1940's. ... | ||
| Identify an old snare drum. | 10/20/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: I need help identfying an old snare drum that was given to me. It has no marks, no badges and has 6 ... A: Let's start with a timeframe. From the picture, those tension rods look to be from the 1920's or ... | ||
| Timpani Mute | 10/18/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Shapiro, Is it a bad idea to use objects like a wallet on the timpani, in place of a genuine ... A: I like the use of a free hand as a way to dampen the head. Having said that, when you don't have a ... | ||
| Bass drum repair | 10/11/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: I have a Tama Superstar Hyper Drive kit and I found a 2 1/2" long crack in the outer venier, which ... A: Randy, You say that "you have a crack in the outer veneer--which seems to be acrylic." It sounds ... | ||
| acoustic drum amplification | 10/10/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: My question is about amplifying acoustic drums. I'm looking to invest some money into making my ... A: You say that you want people in the front row to "feel" your drums--- then you say how do you ... | ||
| acoustic drum amplification | 10/9/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: My question is about amplifying acoustic drums. I'm looking to invest some money into making my ... A: Roy, The 1st thing that I have to tell you is that there is no need to be that loud! You can hear ... | ||
| roadie in a bottle | 10/4/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: help==where can i get it? my son has a band and plays drums and needs cymbal cleaner. we have tried ... A: Sorry this took so long, but for some reason I just got your question last night. I checked ... | ||
| Crash symbals playing technique | 10/4/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Shapiro, I have a question about playing crash cymbals (in orchestral settings). I have watched a ... A: That is a great question. Yes, all of those techniques are valid. There are a few reasons for the ... | ||
| Electronic drum set | 9/25/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Do you have any recommendations for a reasonably priced and good quality electronic drum set? I ... A: Since you already have an acoustic kit and would be using your electronic kit just to practice, it ... | ||
| Rogers drum decals | 9/16/2011 | The Doctor |
| Q: I play Sonor Sonic Plus and 1970's Rogers Buddy Rich set. The current wrap is Satin White, if I get ... A: Contact local music stores and the music departments at universities and colleges in your area. ... | ||
| Slingerland drum | 9/15/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I recently pick up this old Bass drum at an auction mainly because it looked so cool. The back head ... A: I have never seen a signature, are you saying it is part of the bass drum head signature or added ... | ||
| Ludwig Black Beauty serial number | 8/29/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: I have a mid 2000's Ludwig Black Beauty 6 1/5 by 14 super sensitive snare, and I would like to ... A: Tommy, As for the serial number, I would contact Ludwig directly. AS for it's worth---From what I ... | ||
| Musser Vibraphone | 8/28/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: Mike, I have a Musser Vibraphone my grandfather gave to me. I believe they are M75's. However, they ... A: Hey Jordan, Nice instrument! The value of these vibes would depend on their condition. Depending on ... | ||
| Drum bags for odd sized drums | 8/23/2011 | Mike Shapiro |
| Q: I own a 1982 Yamaha recording custom drum set. I want to get drum bags for them, but i have had some ... A: Hey Josh, Check out www.zZounds.com for drum bags. For example they have an SKB 18" x 24" bag for ... | ||
| Time Signatures | 8/19/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: I was wondering if you know some good time signature combinations for writing? A: Kaleb--- This answer may seem too simple for you---but it really is. All the time signatures are ... | ||
| Radio King | 8/18/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: Greetings! I just stumbled onto this great site! I have a Slingerland Radio King that I need to ... A: The best way to sell a set like this is to list each drum and its size. Then list the hardware that ... | ||
| drum wraps | 8/13/2011 | the"Drum Doctor"/ Mike Fillion |
| Q: We are considering wrapping our existing marching band drums for the drumline. I would like to ... A: Sandra, Standard drum wraps are OK to use on the drumline, but the wraps will not last as long as ... | ||
| vintage drum rough appraisal | 8/5/2011 | David Anfuso |
| Q: I have a double bass vintage kit that was pieced together in the 70's . It consist of a 24' bass ... A: Sorry for the delay, the re-wrap/holes does hurt the value on the Camco's. What I like to do is ... | ||
Drums & Percussion
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Mike Shapiro
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Expertise
I can answer questions pertaining to drums and percussion in many areas. Questions regarding the purchasing of drum and percussion instruments and accessories, including vintage and current items. I can help with restoration projects or research with the history of percussion instruments, music, repertoire, manufacturers etc. Also, I can help you with any educational questions regarding drums and percussion. For example; technique, notation, grooves, solos, rudiments and specific songs or pieces in almost any genre of music.
Experience
I've been playing professionally and teaching music for 25 years. I'm involved in many genres of music and have played with a wide range of musicians from Todd Rundgren to Zubin Mehta. I'm also very interested in the instruments themselves and have owned or played many interesting ones.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Music, The Juilliard School
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