Don’t Miss Out on the Opportunity to Enter Lee’s 2018 Six String Theory Music Competition!
9 Winners in this Competition: 6 Guitarists; 1 Bassist; 1 Pianist; 1 Drummer! Last day to enter is May 31, 2018. For additional details please visit Sixstringtheory.com
Please click HERE to enter!
RIP Ndugu
Very recently, we lost a very good friend & amazing musician, Ndugu Chancler. A innovator, educator, drummer extraordinaire and personality that was so present and influential that it seems impossible that he’s gone. I felt the same way when we lost George Duke. Hopefully they’re up there today jamming away.
Ndugu & I both grew up in Los Angeles and we met each other when we were both 16… 1968… Wow… We would occasionally play casuals together and he introduced me to a 14-year-old pianist that he said was unbelievable… That was Patrice Rushen. Patrice, Ndugu and I would collaborate and be friends for the rest of our lives.
Ndugu went on to have an amazing career that included stints with Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, Weather Report, Michael Jackson… Just to name a few! His drum style was entirely original and his grooves we’re undeniable! He also became a fixture and an incredible educator at USC. His flame went out way too soon, but he accomplished enough for several lifetimes… Myself & many, many others will miss him dearly…
Lee Ritenour
RIP Hugh Masekela
2018 Six String Theory Competition
We’re so excited to announce the next Six String Theory Music Competition opens for registration January 15, 2018! Click here to enter in the Guitar, Piano, Bass, or Drum category!!