Rick Wilkerson
- Hiram, GA
- Jazz Band
- 11 Verified Bookings
Melissa L. said “Rick went above and beyond to ensure the success of our event. I approached him with the unique challenge of assembling a hip-hop jazz band, and he executed…”
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Drummer and arranger available for work in and around the Metro Atlanta area. 25+ years of drumming experience. 5+ years of arranging experience. Reliable transportation, and professional equipment. Berklee College of Music alum.
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Price Range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
If you hire me to play an event, you can expect me to arrive early, dressed appropriately, prepared, and with all of my equipment. You can expect a willing attitude, a cheerful demeanor, and you can expect me to play to the very best of my ability.
If you hire me to write or arrange music, you can expect it to be completed on time, with the full extent of my abilities, and knowledge applied to your project.
Charles Nesbitt is a native of Jonesboro, GA, and has been playing music since the age of five. He began with piano, and added trumpet, and drums in middle school. He’s a graduate of Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education.
Charles currently serves as the Minister of Music at Providence Baptist Church in College Park, GA, and can be found performing in and around the Metro Atlanta area, as well as teaching private lessons in the Peachtree City area.
Charles resides in Tyrone, GA, where he and his wife, Kyana, have one daughter, Aslan.
My list of influences could take a long time!
Drums:
Vinnie Colaiuta, Steve Ferrone, Steve Gadd, Ricky Lawson, Jeff Porcaro, Brian Blade, Greg Hutchinson, Chris Dave, Jojo Mayer, Kendrick Scott, Eric Harland, Bill Stewart, Benny Greb...
Piano:
Herbie Hancock, Bill Evans, Michel Camilo, Peter Martin, Ted Howe
Bass:
Darrell Freeman, Nathan East, Marcus Miller, Sting, Chuck Rainey, Baron Brown, Jaco, Michael League
Horns:
Roy Hargrove, Nicholas Payton, Miles Davis, Lee Morgan, Kenny Garrett, Joshua Redman, John Coltrane, Myron Walden, Wynton Marsalis
Arranging/Composition:
Ted Howe, Duke Ellington, Sammy Nestico, Nelson Riddle, Gil Evans, Harry Connick, Jr.
I could go on...
Melissa L. said “Rick went above and beyond to ensure the success of our event. I approached him with the unique challenge of assembling a hip-hop jazz band, and he executed…”
Patricia D. said “Dawn is such a professional and such a warm and kind person. She is so easy to work with. We communicated by phone and thru emails, and at each exchange,…”
Angelica C. said “His performance was amazing. We all really enjoyed having him. He kept the residents entertained. He was punctual, friendly and just overall great. Thank…”
Kelley S. said “My daughter had an amazing time! Daniel was awesome with the kids. I highly recommended. My daughter is already planning for next year.”