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.

Gear

Anthony Fung proudly endorses Canopus Drums, Cogs Custom Drums, Vic Firth Sticks, Remo Drumheads & Zildjian Cymbals.

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