Earl Talbot
DRUMMER / MUSIC PRODUCER / EDUCATOR

Earl provides a broad range of drumming methods and techniques, including American University standards to Central and West African teachings. His track record demonstrates rhythmic mastery and music business expertise through international recording, touring, and production experience.

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Top Ten chart topping success throughout Europe, North Africa, and The Middle- East, writing and touring with NOMADS Yakalelo (TFI / Sony France).

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Independently produces, writes, and masters music. His works are published by Oprah Winfrey Music for broadcast, worldwide, on THE OPRAH WINFREY SHOW, DR. OZ, OPRAH RADIO, and THE O NETWORK.

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Trained and performed in Yaounde, CAMEROON with teacher Christian Bourdon. Regarded as the first American to comprehend and accompany local performers with the poly-rhythms of BIKUTSI.

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Founder and Director of THE DRUM SCHOOL, providing instruction and guidance to musicians, from beginners to professionals.

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In-depth experience recording and touring as Drummer and Collaborator with band POI DOG PONDERING.

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Winner of the National Drum Competition TROPHY SONOR in France, receiving diploma and Teachers Certificate from SONOR drum company / Honor Music Europe.

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Education and Training

Diploma, Professors Agree SONOR: Akanga Music School, Besancon / Paris, France

Percussion Major: Lawrence University, Appelton, Wisc., USA

Film and Performance Studies: School of the Art Institute, Chicago, Il., USA

Sound Engineering Studies: Columbia College, Chicago, Il. USA