Ari Hoenig
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About
Jazz drummer who had complex drumming rhythms and for performing in New York City venues like the 55 Bar, the Blue Note, and Smalls.
Before Fame
He played with the punk bop band, One O'Clock Lab Band, before moving to New York.
Trivia
He collaborated with French pianist Jean-Michel Pilc on many recordings; he also collaborated with such greats as Mike Stern, Kenny Werner, and Wynton Marsalis.
Family Life
His father was a vocalist and his mother was a violinist. When he was very young, they instilled within him a love for all types of music.
Associated With
He followed the example of Elvin Jones, Tony Williams, and Jack DeJohnette in making the drummer more than a timekeeper in performances.
