Omar Hakim Explains Developing Kick and Snare Syncopation

This classic clip of Omar Hakim is from a classic BBC Show, ROCK SCHOOL that aired back in 1983, hosted by Herbie Hancock. It was later distributed to the USA and published on VHS in 1987. Nothing but gems of wisdom!!!

Omar Hakim is explaining how he developed drum parts for Sting's track, Childrens Cruisade. To see the full video, check it out here:    • ROCK SCHOOL - Series 2 - Episode 8 (p...  

Widely acclaimed for his versatility, technological prowess and groove, the ALWAYS inspiring Omar Hakim is hands down, one of the most successful drummers and session men of the past forty years. He has collaborated with artists ranging from Miles Davis, George Benson, Weather Report, to Dire Straits, Madonna, and much more.. he’s left his imprint on hundreds recordings including several under his own name as a leader. You can even feel his grooves on Daft Punk's Random Access Memories.

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