JP Faundez

Independent - Jesus Molina

JP Faúndez is a Chilean drummer and composer based in New York. He has been deeply connected to music since the age of 5, and by 12 he was already performing with his hometown church band in Linares. A few years later, he moved to Santiago, where he quickly became active in the city’s music scene, performing on national television and playing concerts across jazz, fusion, pop, and R&B with leading artists throughout South America.
His dedication to his craft earned him the Gifted Tuition Scholarship from the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation, which allowed him to attend and graduate from Berklee College of Music in Boston.
JP has performed and recorded with renowned artists including Arturo Sandoval, Jesús Molina, Noel Schajris, Jesús Adrián Romero, Pedrito Martinez, Thuy, and Miguel Bosé, among others.

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Most Memorable Next-Level Performance?

I have wonderful memories of performing in Hungary with Maestro Arturo Sandoval, and a few years later with Jesus Molina & Los Dromers in Mumbai, India and JavaJazz Festival. Those experiences were special to me. I genuinely value every performance, each stage, each audience, and each moment becomes a meaningful memory to me.
What Drives Your Creativity?

I enjoy composing original music and creating through the drum set and hand percussion. I love the process of exploring ideas, rhythms, and of course bringing music to life is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.
Why Do You Choose Vic Firth?

I started using Vic Firth sticks when I first began playing drums in Chile (I was 10). I’ve always loved their feel and sound projection, and the way they respond inspires me every time I play.