Pat Petrillo

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Pat Petrillo: Big Rhythm from Jersey

Pat Petrillo is the quintessential hard working professional musician. He is both a “drummer’s drummer,” and to some, an unsung hero. Pat has earned the respect of his peers and has built a great reputation in the drum industry. He…

By Mark Griffith
Jan 31, 2023

Pat Petrillo’s drum solo on “Runnin”

This month’s transcription is Pat Petrillo’s solo on the song “Runnin’” from his recording Pat Petrillo: The Big Rhythm Band, The Power Station Sessions. He explains, “We do a cool version of Earth Wind and Fire’s “Runnin’.” They were in…

Transcription by Terry Branam
Jan 31, 2023

Pat Petrillo Groove Breakdowns

Pat Petrillo breaks down some important Roots Grooves that every drummer drummer know. EARL PALMER GROOVE: The great Earl Palmer is one of my favorite drummers. He influenced an entire generation of drummers from Ringo all the way up to…

By Pat Petrillo
Jan 31, 2023

February 2000 - Volume 24 • Number 2

Dave McClain, Greg Hutchinson, Eric Kretz, Bill Rieflin, Trilok Gurtu, Mark Richardson, Pat Petrillo, Ryan Moore, Doane Perry, Yonrico Scott, Raymond Herrera, Dave Weckl, Herman Matthews, Zoro, Joshua Dyer, Rich Watson TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG…

Modern Drummer
Feb 1, 2000
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