Aldo Mazza (Repercussion; KoSA Founder and Artistic Director) and drumset artist Sergio Bellotti (Berklee College of Music) were invited to lead the three-day intensive experience covering the topic "It is about the Groove".
Hands on classes were held for three days on drumset and latin percussion. General technique topics were explored on drumset. In addition, participants experienced hands on learning of traditional Cuban rhythms on conga, timbales, timbales, bongo and how to incorporate these techniques into drumset performance.
Aldo and Sergio drew from their own performing and teaching experiences, delivering a program for the eager students to work on groove techniques and topics. Classes also included enlightening masterclass on drumset live sound enhancement and triggering by GM Drum School director, Gigi Morello.
During the KoSa study program, jazz drumset artist extraordinaire John Rileygave a class via Skype from his studio in New York. Another Skype class on groove techniques was given by drum legend Ndugu Chancler from Los Angeles.
Day three of KoSA Italy Workshop was totally dedicated to the "Sessions" by Sticks 'n Skins. This panel of music business experts dedicated the day to music business topics and discussed everything from the importance of understanding how the music business functions in the new millenia and the skills necessary to become and stay a professional in this industry.
Royalties, contracts, performing rights, and many more topics were discussed by top industry experts and panel members Dom Famularo (percussion's Global Drumming Ambassador), Liberty DeVitto (Billy Joel ), Joe Hibbs, Paul Quin(Legal), Sue Quin ( Studio vocalist in UK ) with assistance from Gigi Morello andAldo Mazza .
The third day music business seminar "SESSIONS" also featured a class delivered from New York City's Lehman College where KoSA Alumni Faculty member Allan Molnar facilitated a live interactive video chat .
The three day intensive workshop culminated in a reception and a performance jam session, open to the general public .The whole KoSA Italy faculty were joined by local musicians in an evening of jamming and engaging with students and local musicians.
The second edition of "KoSA Italy" was hosted by the GM Drum School and its energetic director and drummer Gigi Morello. Mr. Morello has created a very impressive drum school in Torino (Turin) with state of the art facilities and instruments. KoSA wishes to thank the local organization and professional team who made this workshop possible.
KoSA Italy was made possible in part by Sticks 'N Skins, LP, Sabian, ProMark, Evans, Zildjian Vic Firth, Vibe Drums, Ludwig, Yamaha
[ per i nostri amici Italiani, ecco tutto in Italiano. ]
Day three of KoSA Italy Workshop was totally dedicated to the "Sessions" by Sticks 'n Skins. This panel of music business experts dedicated the day to music business topics and discussed everything from the importance of understanding how the music business functions in the new millenia and the skills necessary to become and stay a professional in this industry.
