The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Buddy Rich

Buddy Rich was best known for his speed and power. He was trained as a jazz drummer and conductor, but it was his background in music that really led him to a future of success. He taught himself how to read music at the very young age of 4, and at 5 he was playing the drums in an off-Broadway pit band. By the time he turned 14, he was already leading bands on world tours. 

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