A long-time drummer for the Pat Metheny Group, Paul Wertico is widely acknowledged as one of the premier players in jazz drumming. His unique approach to the drums is as much mental as it is physical. His analysis of the performances included in the program will give you great insight into the philosophy he employs when he sits down at the drumset. Topics covered include: stick technique, approach to soloing, ghost notes, practicing, listening and interacting with other players, and performance and analysis of original songs.