You've never seen drummers like this before

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World class drummers featured in "A Drummer's Dream"

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Award-winning director John Walker’s feature documentary A Drummer's Dream is a rare and unique assembly of some of the greatest drummers in the world.

Explosive talent, passion, humor and irresistible personality come together in a magical setting when seven diverse drummers create a profound and unforgettable experience. You’ve never seen drummers like this before.

Featuring Nasyr Abdul Al-Khabyyr, Dennis Chambers, Kenwood Dennard, Horacio “El- Negro” Hernandez, Giovanni Hidalgo, Mike Mangini and Raul Rekow, the film engages us with music styles and influences that are as dynamic as the performers themselves.

We are lifted to another dimension as we connect to the powerful forces of nature embodied in the music of these master musicians. The creative and spiritual freedom of expression they display is astounding--from Latin rhythms to the wildly original compositions of Kenwood Dennard.

Masters of rock, jazz, Latin fusion and soul these drummers have backed the likes of Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Carlos Santana--and now each other.

At the center of the film is the warm-hearted Nasyr and his musician friends who share their knowledge with 40 students for this unforgettable week of music and camaraderie.

The philosophy of these musicians is underscored by love, compassion and joy.

At the end of the film you will be tapping out the rhythms that live within us all, and the positive energy of these masters will pulse through you for days to come.

A Drummer's Dream screens at the Vancouver International Film Festival on Monday, October 4th at 6:30pm and Wednesday, October 6th at 3:00 at Empire Granville Theatre.

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