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Clay Grossman

Clay Grossman, a mainstay on the Chicago jazz scene for almost four decades, began his professional career at the age of the 19. He has been passing on his sage drum knowledge and wisdom to aspiring students of the drum-set over 20 years. Clay studied drums with Marshall Thompson and Ian Wallace.

Clay has performed with Yves Francois, Franz Jackson, Lin Halliday, and Burton Greene. In addition, he has performed at many venues in the Chicago area like the Hothouse and the Gateway theatre. Clay has over 18 studio albums to his credit. His current group is Jazz Apocalypse. Clay is the host of the jazz radio show “Classical and Beyond” on WNUR 89.3 FM (WNUR.ORG).

Gear

Clay plays Sonor Drums, Paiste Cymbals, Vater sticks and brushes, and Aquarian Drum Heads.


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Meet Clay Grossman:Clay Grossman, a mainstay on the Chicago jazz scene for almost four decades, began his professional career at the age of the 19. He has been passing on his sage drum knowledge and wisdom to aspiring students of the drum- set over 20 years. He studied drums with Marshall Thompson and Ian Wallace.Clay has performed with Yves Francois, Franz Jackson, Lin Halliday, and Burton Greene. In addition, he has performed at many venues in ...

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Primary Instrument

Drums

Location

Chicago

Willing to teach

Beginner to advanced

Credentials/Background

Clay teaches all levels of students using proven techniques and methodologies.

Music

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