Peter Erskine
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Peter Erskine (born June 5, 1954) is a jazz drummer.
He was born in Somers Point, New Jersey, USA. He began playing the drums at the age of four. His professional career started in 1972 when he joined the Stan Kenton Orchestra. After three years with Kenton he joined Maynard Ferguson for two years. In 1978 he joined Weather Report, joining the legendary Jaco Pastorius to form a formidable rhythm section. After fours years and five albums with Weather Report he joined Steps Ahead.
Discography (as a leader)
- 1982 Peter Erskine
- 1987 Transition
- 1988 Motion Poet
- 1990 Big Theatre
- 1992 Sweet Soul
- 1993 You Never Know
- 1993 Time Being
- 1995 As It Is
- 1995 History Of The Drum
- 2000 Juni
External links
- Homepage of Peter Erskine (http://www.petererskine.com/)it:Peter Erskine