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30 avr. 2023 · Drummer Ralph Humphrey, known for his playing with the Don Ellis Big Band and Frank Zappa, died on April 25, 2023. Born in Berkeley, Cal. In 1944, Humphrey played clarinet in Dixieland bands in his early teens. He switched to drums at age 15 and studied percussion at the college of San Mateo and San Jose State College.
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Ralph Humphrey. Ralph was a working professional drummer and teacher in Los Angeles. His background includes a variety of drumming experiences. His earlier work with the Don Ellis Big Band and Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention, among others, has given him the knowledge and expertise to speak, teach and write on the subject of rhythm and ...
27 avr. 2023 · Ralph was a working professional drummer and teacher in Los Angeles. His background includes a variety of drumming experiences. His earlier work with the Don Ellis Big Band and...
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18 avr. 2023 · A blog post about the recent news of two drummers, one in hospice care and one passed away. The author shares his personal connection with Ralph Humphrey and his admiration for Ivan Conti's fusion style.
RALPH HUMPHREY (1944 - 2023) was one of the greatest drummers of sophisticated progressive music playing with the likes of Frank Zappa, Wayne Shorter, and Don Ellis.
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Ralph Humphrey, a versatile drummer who played with Don Ellis, Frank Zappa, and many others, died in 2023. Learn about his life, career, and legacy from his friends and colleagues.
American drummer and teacher from Los Angeles, California. Born May 11, 1944 in Berkeley, California. Died April 23, 2023. Probably best known for his contribution and extraordinary drum skills with Frank Zappa and The Mothers during the 1970s. Show more.
