Brian Choper is a classically trained drummer/percussionist with more than 30 years experience in music both nationally and internationally. He has performed both as guest artist and as band leader since 1997. In 2001, he started his own bands. He currently plays with four regular bands of his own while freelancing in many genres including Rock & Roll, Latin, Swing, Jazz, Balkan and Klezmer. He is featured on 9 CD's, three of which he produced.

About My Blog

I am constantly asked questions regarding technique, coordination, finding work, how to practice, music genres, field experience, the different teachers and performers I have worked with, etc. Therefore, this is an experiment. The purpose of this blog is to provide a forum where people can ask these question and get a response. To get to my blog click here or click on the links at the top and bottom of each page of this site.

Endorsements

I hesitate to endorse products, as I do so many diverse things, I do not want to feel strongly compelled to use any one product. However, I love most Vic Firth sticks, Bosphorus cymbals (for softer playing applications), the older Zildjian cymbals, PureSound snares (an excellent product, and made in the USA!), Pro Mark Cool Rod and Hot Rod "sticks", and Regal Tip brushes.

With that said, there is one product that stands out, and I do endorse it. You'll never use it live in a show, but it will come in handy backstage or on the bus. It is a practice pad for travel made by a company called KayJae, Inc., and it is excellent. It is like nothing you've ever seen before. It holds very steady and feels better than anything else I've used. The product is awesome, and since it is made by a small company (in the USA), I really want to see them succeed. See for yourself: www.kayjae.com