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.
Starting Them Young
By the age of 15, Buddy Rich was one of the highest-paid drummers in the entire world. He stayed committed to his art as the industry began to change around him. He was just as versatile as a drummer as he was curious about the forward direction of music.
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