Viola Smith - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia
Viola Smith - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia
Feb 1, 2013
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The drummer with the biggest heart, 102-year-young Viola Smith joins Dan Shinder on Drum Talk TV! In this interview, you’ll see a film of Viola from 1939 playing with Frances Carroll & The Coquettes; she talks about her 17-piece drum set, taking lessons from Billy Gladstone and owning one of his snares (He only made 40-50), spending time with Krupa, Bellson, Rich Webb, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and others. She and Dan discuss how people use the phrase “Female Drummer,” she talks about how s
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The drummer with the biggest heart, 102-year-young Viola Smith joins Dan Shinder on Drum Talk TV! In this interview, you’ll see a film of Viola from 1939 playing with Frances Carroll & The Coquettes; she talks about her 17-piece drum set, taking lessons from Billy Gladstone and owning one of his snares (He only made 40-50), spending time with Krupa, Bellson, Rich Webb, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and others. She and Dan discuss how people use the phrase “Female Drummer,” she talks about how s
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Viola Smith Musician - All About Jazz
Viola Smith Musician - All About Jazz
Nov 30, 2022
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Viola Smith | NAMM.org
Viola Smith | NAMM.org
Oct 23, 2012
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RIP drummer #ViolaSmith at 107! She was a swing-era musician who was promoted in the 1930s as the “fastest girl drummer in the world” and who championed greater inclusion of women in the almost completely male preserve of big bands, died Oct. 21 at her home in Costa Mesa, Calif. She was 107. With a kit featuring 12 drums, including two giant tom-toms placed near her shoulders, Ms. Smith was from 1938 to 1941 the centerpiece of the Coquettes, an “all-girl” big band that developed a modest nationa
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RIP drummer #ViolaSmith at 107! She was a swing-era musician who was promoted in the 1930s as the “fastest girl drummer in the world” and who championed greater inclusion of women in the almost completely male preserve of big bands, died Oct. 21 at her home in Costa Mesa, Calif. She was 107. With a kit featuring 12 drums, including two giant tom-toms placed near her shoulders, Ms. Smith was from 1938 to 1941 the centerpiece of the Coquettes, an “all-girl” big band that developed a modest nationa
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The Genius Of Viola Smith ✨ Viola Smith was hailed as the fastest female drummer of her time, breaking barriers when women were rarely seen behind a drum kit. Her talent, fiery personality, and innovative techniques not only built her legendary career but also paved the way for future drummers. She captivated audiences, challenged stereotypes, and earned her place as a true drumming legend. Click the link in the comments and join us as we dive into the genius of Viola Smith. #drumeo #violasmith
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The Genius Of Viola Smith ✨ Viola Smith was hailed as the fastest female drummer of her time, breaking barriers when women were rarely seen behind a drum kit. Her talent, fiery personality, and innovative techniques not only built her legendary career but also paved the way for future drummers. She captivated audiences, challenged stereotypes, and earned her place as a true drumming legend. Click the link in the comments and join us as we dive into the genius of Viola Smith. #drumeo #violasmith
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Please join us in wishing 103-year-young Viola Smith well
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Please join us in wishing 103-year-young Viola Smith well
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This Woman Started Drumming In 1920 And She Still Has What It Takes At The Age Of 106
This Woman Started Drumming In 1920 And She Still Has What It Takes At The Age Of 106
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Our spotlight today goes to drummer and innovator Viola Smith who lived to be 108 (She was born in 1912 and died in 2020). She is best known for her work in orchestras, swing bands, and popular music from the 1920s until 1975 and was one of the first professional female drummers. She had seven sisters and two brothers. All learned piano first, but only the girls were to be in an "all-girl" orchestra conceived by their father. She chose the drums because the other instruments she liked were alrea
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Our spotlight today goes to drummer and innovator Viola Smith who lived to be 108 (She was born in 1912 and died in 2020). She is best known for her work in orchestras, swing bands, and popular music from the 1920s until 1975 and was one of the first professional female drummers. She had seven sisters and two brothers. All learned piano first, but only the girls were to be in an "all-girl" orchestra conceived by their father. She chose the drums because the other instruments she liked were alrea
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Viola Smith, one of the world's first female professional drummers, was known as "America's fastest girl drummer." This performance took place in 1939 with the Coquettes, an all-female orchestra; the featured number is called "Snake Charmer." Smith died in 2020 at 107 years old and continued drumming even as a centenarian. Smith's love of music began at a young age. Her parents ran a dance hall in Mount Calvary, Wisconsin and she and her nine siblings all played instruments. By the age of 12, he
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Viola Smith, one of the world's first female professional drummers, was known as "America's fastest girl drummer." This performance took place in 1939 with the Coquettes, an all-female orchestra; the featured number is called "Snake Charmer." Smith died in 2020 at 107 years old and continued drumming even as a centenarian. Smith's love of music began at a young age. Her parents ran a dance hall in Mount Calvary, Wisconsin and she and her nine siblings all played instruments. By the age of 12, he
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Hi Drum Talk TV fans, join me in remembering Viola Smith, born Nov. 29, 1912. Viola was truly a music and drumming pioneer. I had the honor of interviewing her when she was 102 and spent time with her a few times since. You can see that interview here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=505899229855192 Viola passed away peacefully in her sleep October 21, 2020. Viola summarized her longevity, "Musicians aren't Ordinary People. They live in a world all their own. Their days are other people's nigh
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Hi Drum Talk TV fans, join me in remembering Viola Smith, born Nov. 29, 1912. Viola was truly a music and drumming pioneer. I had the honor of interviewing her when she was 102 and spent time with her a few times since. You can see that interview here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=505899229855192 Viola passed away peacefully in her sleep October 21, 2020. Viola summarized her longevity, "Musicians aren't Ordinary People. They live in a world all their own. Their days are other people's nigh
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Viola Smith es considerada la primera baterista mujer de la historia y murió a los 107 años en 2020. Todavía formaba parte de una banda. Hablemos un poco ella. #violasmith #violasmithdrummer #drums #bateria #baterista #historia #musica #jazz | Vane Farías Maya
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Viola Smith es considerada la primera baterista mujer de la historia y murió a los 107 años en 2020. Todavía formaba parte de una banda. Hablemos un poco ella. #violasmith #violasmithdrummer #drums #bateria #baterista #historia #musica #jazz | Vane Farías Maya
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RIP: Legendary Female Swing Drummer Viola Smith Dead at 107 -
RIP: Legendary Female Swing Drummer Viola Smith Dead at 107 -
Oct 26, 2020
mxdwn.com
Viola Smith, "the world's fastest girl drummer," has died at the age of 107 | Alan Cross
Viola Smith, "the world's fastest girl drummer," has died at the age of 107 | Alan Cross
Oct 25, 2020
ajournalofmusicalthings.com
Meet Viola Smith, the World’s Oldest Drummer: Her Career Started in the 1930s, and She Played Until She Was 107
Meet Viola Smith, the World’s Oldest Drummer: Her Career Started in the 1930s, and She Played Until She Was 107
Oct 21, 2019
openculture.com
Viola Smith, trailblazing female drummer from Wisconsin, dies at 107
Viola Smith, trailblazing female drummer from Wisconsin, dies at 107
Oct 26, 2020
jsonline.com
Viola Smith’s 1930’s Jazz Tom Groove #drums #drumeo #jazz
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Viola Smith’s 1930’s Jazz Tom Groove #drums #drumeo #jazz
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Howard Alper on Instagram: "Viola Smith was an American drummer best known for her work in orchestras, swing bands, and popular music from the 1920s until 1975. She was one of the first professional female drummers, and was the world's longest-lived female drummer, dying in October 2020 at the age of 107. She played five times on The Ed Sullivan Show, as well as in two films and the Broadway musical Cabaret. #drums #drummer #drumming #drumfam #drumlife #drumchops #bigbandjazz #bigbanddrummer #dr
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Howard Alper on Instagram: "Viola Smith was an American drummer best known for her work in orchestras, swing bands, and popular music from the 1920s until 1975. She was one of the first professional female drummers, and was the world's longest-lived female drummer, dying in October 2020 at the age of 107. She played five times on The Ed Sullivan Show, as well as in two films and the Broadway musical Cabaret. #drums #drummer #drumming #drumfam #drumlife #drumchops #bigbandjazz #bigbanddrummer #dr
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Viola Smith's Innovative Jazz Groove from the 1930s
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Viola Smith's Innovative Jazz Groove from the 1930s
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The Drummer History Forgot, Who Lived Long Enough to Be Proven Right Viola Smith, swing era drummer, women in jazz, female drummers history, big band music, Hour of Charm Orchestra, Schmitz Sisters Orchestra, jazz pioneers, forgotten musicians, music history stories, innovation in music, gender barriers in music #ViolaSmith #WomenInMusic #JazzHistory #SwingEra #ForgottenPioneers History didn’t move fast. She just waited longer. Viola Smith lived to see the world catch up.
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The Drummer History Forgot, Who Lived Long Enough to Be Proven Right Viola Smith, swing era drummer, women in jazz, female drummers history, big band music, Hour of Charm Orchestra, Schmitz Sisters Orchestra, jazz pioneers, forgotten musicians, music history stories, innovation in music, gender barriers in music #ViolaSmith #WomenInMusic #JazzHistory #SwingEra #ForgottenPioneers History didn’t move fast. She just waited longer. Viola Smith lived to see the world catch up.
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Instrument: Viola
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Instrument: Viola
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Viola Smith Drums with Frances Carroll & Her Coquettes 1939 Their number: Snake Charmer #orchestramusic #swingmusic #1930smusic #violasmithdrummer #carrollandhercoquettes
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Viola Smith Drums with Frances Carroll & Her Coquettes 1939 Their number: Snake Charmer #orchestramusic #swingmusic #1930smusic #violasmithdrummer #carrollandhercoquettes
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VFJams LIVE! - Steve Smith
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VFJams LIVE! - Steve Smith
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Bellamy Plays: Drums
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Bellamy Plays: Drums
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A.Vivaldi - Storm (live)
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A.Vivaldi - Storm (live)
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Steve Smith Playing Drums (NAMM 2015)
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Steve Smith Playing Drums (NAMM 2015)
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Stevie Wonder Plays Drums On 'I Wish'?
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Stevie Wonder Plays Drums On 'I Wish'?
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How to Play the Viola
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How to Play the Viola
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Panama (Van Halen); drum cover by Sina
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Panama (Van Halen); drum cover by Sina
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Old lady SLAYING ON DRUMS
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Old lady SLAYING ON DRUMS
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