Jim Piesse "Contemporary Hand Technique" Workshops

Sabian artist Jim Piesse has generated enormous interest amongst drummers with his "Contemporary Hand Technique" workshops. Jim studies in the U.S.A. with the legendary drummer Joe Morello, and the workshops show the fundamentals of the techniques Joe teaches, using natural hand positions and simple physical principles. Morello achieved worldwide acclaim through his playing with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. His peerless musicianship and mastery of the instrument caused a sensation. He has been elected to the "Modern Drummer" magazine's Hall of Fame, and is one of the most in-demand teachers in the U.S.A.

Based in Sydney, Australia, Jim Piesse has toured with many Australian and International performers. For some years he was Musical Director for "The Four Kinsmen". The group won twenty six Australian entertainment industry "Mo" awards, including the Peter Allen "Variety Performers of the Year" (1966) and "Variety Group of the Year". (1998) Jim's "Contemporary Hand Technique" workshops are suitable for both beginners and professionals alike. Elite local drummers Andrew Gander, Hamish Stuart and Darryn Farrugia have studied this material with Jim and say...

" I recommend that everyone study these techniques. I wish I'd known about this stuff twenty years ago!" Andrew Gander

" These techniques helped me with some problems I was having. I've never looked back!" Hamish Stuart

" Jim has a vast knowledge of natural hand technique and a great talent for passing that knowledge on to others. I take every possible opportunity to see Jim for a lesson" Darryn Farrugia.

In a recent interview, Piesse said " I've been extremely fortunate to have spent so much time with Joe. I love to pass on what he's taught me. These workshops are "hands- on" and I encourage an open and non-threatening atmosphere where everyone can learn. I want to see every participant go home with information they understand and can really use".