Jazz/fusion drummer, session player and the author of internationally acknowledged instructional products, Max Klots is known as one of the most respected drum educators in Russia. He is an Honorary Lifetime member of the National Association of Rudimental Drummers (N.A.R.D.) and a member of Dom Famularos Approved Teachers List published by Modern Drummer magazine. An active clinician for Yamaha, Zildjian, Vic Firth, Remo and Latin Percussion, Max cites his legendary teacher, great Jim Chapin as his inspiration to start doing clinics in 2003.
Max Klots
Paradigma / Mussorgsky College of Music
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Most memorable Next-Level Performance
Drum clinic I did at San Jose State after taking lessons with Dave Weckl. -
What Drives Your Creativity?
Hearing a well-composed piece of music I have to record drums for. Arranging drum parts so that they make musical sense and are unique to the piece—and making them groove. -
Why do you choose Vic Firth?
Vic Firth has been my choice of sticks from very early on—always consistently straight, perfectly matched and having a great balance and feel. Their quality is legendary and almost unbelievable for a product made of wood.
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