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Anthony Fung
Anthony Fung is a Canadian-born drummer, composer, producer, and bandleader currently based in Los Angeles, CA. He has established himself as an accomplished musician, earning multiple degrees and performing at renowned festivals and venues worldwide.
Anthony's education includes a master of music degree from the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, where he studied and performed with jazz legends such as Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter. He also holds a bachelor of music and a master of music degree from the Berklee College of Music and the Berklee Global Jazz Institute, where he was mentored by Danilo Pérez.
As a drummer, Anthony has performed alongside a diverse array of artists, including Danilo Perez, Kenny Lattimore, John Patitucci, George Garzone, David Binney, Terrace Martin, and Alicia Olatuja. He has also worked as a bandleader, releasing three albums to critical acclaim. His most recent album, "What Does it Mean to be Free?" was released in May 2022.
In addition to his performance work, Anthony is an accomplished composer and producer. His compositions have been featured in films and television shows such as "The Last Tourist" on Apple TV and Craig Robinson's Hulu special "Your Attention Please." He has also been commissioned to create works such as "The Chinese Immigration Suite" for the Los Angeles Jazz Society.
Anthony is highly regarded in the music industry, with his work receiving praise from respected publications such as Downbeat Magazine and WBGO. Downbeat Magazine awarded his album "Flashpoint" with a four-star review and included it in their "Best Albums of 2019 & 2020" list. WBGO featured Anthony's work in their segment "New Music by Five Composers behind the Drums," highlighting his talent as a composer.
Currently, Anthony is a faculty member at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where he shares his knowledge and passion for music with the next generation of musicians.
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Anthony Fung proudly endorses Canopus Drums, Cogs Custom Drums, Vic Firth Sticks, Remo Drumheads & Zildjian Cymbals.
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Anthony Fung: Boo Boo's Birthday
by John Chacona
Show business savants know the power of a marquee name in the credits, and the lesson has not been lost on jazz musicians. So it's no surprise that Canadian-born drummer Anthony Fung invited fellow Angeleno Mark Turner to guest on Fo(u)rth (Self Produced, 2023). The risk of being upstaged is always present, even with an artist as thoughtful and modest as Turner. And the saxophonist fairly dazzles on Boo Boo's Birthday," the only cover on an album of Fung originals. ...
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by Friedrich Kunzmann
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Valerio Pappi
Milan, March 19, 2023, during a live-streaming event, the judging panel and the finalists joined the award ceremony for the Pros & Amateurs and the Under 25 category. Pros & Amateurs’ category First prize went to Israeli band Sandia with the tune Sabres": live Concert in Jazz Club Ferrara (Italy) and Camera Jazz and Music Club—Bologna (Italy), artistic consulting offered by Big Bang Music Booking and Management Agency (Bulgaria). Second prize goes to American drummer Anthony Fung with the tune ...
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