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"Put simply: Yamaha Drums and hardware are magnificent. Each drum shell and piece of hardware is made to stand the test of time. Both in sound and construction quality they have always been in the forefront of advancement. They are so happening that my groove is inspired every time I sit down to play. Play that Groove, show me what your working with, play that groove, Yamaha is what I got." — Gerry Brown
Biography:
Gerry Brown – Serving The Music

Gerry Brown musical journey's have culminated in extended musical relationships with legendary artists. His musical journey started with fellow school mate Stanley Clarke who introduces Gerry as a "Master Drummer" and the "first musician I ever played with!". Gerry along with Stanley crafted the revolutionary 'School Days' recording which it's influences continues to inspire Drummers and Bassist's worldwide.

Gerry Brown also holds the distinction of holding the drum chair for the legendary Stevie Wonder for the past 14 years. Recently returning from SRO appearances in Switzerland it is still evident that the popularity of Stevie Wonder continues to influence and entertain audiences around the world.

Gerry's versatile and musical objective point of views leads him to 'Serve the Music.' His long list of acomplishments has landed him on stages and recording studios with George Benson, Marcus Miller, Lionel Ritchie, John Lee, Sonny Fortune, Alfonso Johnson and Phillip Bailey. He also has worked with the NDR Big Band , Brothers Johnson, Roberta Flack, Joe Sample, Slide Hampton, Tom Harrell, Larry Coryell, Dave Samuels, Chuck Loeb and Chick Corea.

Gerry is presently residing in Los Angeles, CA. and continues to be a driving force in today's industry. His first instructional Drum Video "R & B Drumming with Gerry Brown" was released to critical acclaim by numerous music publications. Gerry's insight as an educator and performer has established him as a sought after clinician for Yamaha Drums, Zildjian Cymbals & Drumsticks and Evans Drumheads.

Gerry is currently touring with Stevie Wonder, Stanley Clarke, Diana Ross and Jeffrey Osborne.
Gear:
Absolute Birch Nouveau
BBD-1522 (22" x 16") Bass Drum
BTT-1510U (10" x 8") Tom
BTT-1512U (12" x 9") Tom
BFT-1514 (14" x 14" Floor Tom
BFT-1516 (16" x 16") Floor Tom

Snare Drums:
SD-6465 (14" x 6.5") Main Snare Drum
SD-6455 (14" x 5.5") Secondary Snare Drum

Hardware:
BKS-110 Drum Throne Back Rest
CH-740 Cymbal Holders
CHH-920 Closed Hi-Hat Holder
CS-945 (6x) Cymbal Boom Stands
DFP-9410 Double Foot Pedal
DS-950 Drum Throne
HS-1100 High Hat Stand
SS-840 Snare Drum Stand
SS-940 Snare Drum Stand
TH-940 (2x) Bass Drum Tom Holder
WS-904 Double Tom Stand