George “Duke” Demeduk has been a professional drummer for over 45 years and is a graduate of the Percussion Institute of Technology, Hollywood, CA where he studied with Ralph Humphrey (Frank Zappa, LA studio) Casey Scheuerell (Jean-Luc Ponty, Gino Vannelli, Melissa Manchester, Chaka Khan), Joe Porcaro (LA studios), jazz great Chuck Flores, Latin percussionist Efrain Toro, Eddie Rossetti (odd meters), session great Jeff Porcaro of Toto/LA studios fame as well as many others. He worked closely with world renowned bassist/singer Tim Bogart (Vanilla Fudge/Jeff Beck) during the schools performance classes.
George has gigged and recorded all styles of music with Winnipeg's top musicians, including Streetheart, Kenny Shields Band, Queen City Kids, Randy Hiebert Band, C-Weed Band, Eagle & Hawk, Indian City, The Vice, Woodwork, Keith Secola, Curtis Newton, Richard Moody, Phantompalooza, Tim Butler, Barry G. Player, Julian Austin, Brandi Vezina, Tracy K and the late Stoney Plains blues recording artist Kristi Johnston, to name only a few.
George has amassed a large background of performance experiences and tours which have taken him around the world. He has done extensive studio work, has credit on numerous recordings and has been featured in many music videos. His teaching background includes over 40 years of teaching privately and 30 years in local music schools within Winnipeg.
George teaches all styles, including rock, jazz, funk, reggae, latin, double bass drumming, linear drumming, odd meters and welcomes beginners as well as intermediate and advanced players looking to upgrade their skills.
For lesson rates and availability, please contact George at: 204-290-7307 or email:
troyko65@yahoo.ca.
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