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Andrew Kirk
Jazz / Fusion / J-POP

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
United States

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Member Since12/15/2005
Band MembersI am on all of the recordings above

Bands:

On Body and Soul (2008): Andy Bianco (guitar), Tony DePaolis (bass), Andrew Kirk (drums)

On Breath (2007): Andy Bianco (guitar), Tony Depaolis (bass), Jacob Yoffee (sax), Andrew Kirk (drums)

On Mustard (2005): Colter Harper (guitar), Andrew Kirk (drums)

On the Dave Pope Quartet, On Green Dolphin Street (2004): Dave Pope(saxophone), Adam Hopkins (bass), Sam Wilson (guitar), Andrew Kirk(drums).

On She Said (2008): Elephant Minor is Todd Binder (vocals, guitar), Issac Slutzky (keys), Steve Norfleet (saxophones), Travis Marshall (bass), Andrew Kirk (drums).

InfluencesFirst of all, anybody I've ever heard on any instrument, in any genre of music affects my playing in one way or another. That said....

Jazz Drummers: Tony Williams, Elvin Jones, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Jack Dejohnette, Brian Blade, Jorge Rossy, Kendrick Scott, Ronald Bruner Jr., Terreon Gully, Eric Harland, Bill Stewart, Zack Dazinger, Keith Carlock, Gregory Hutchinson, Antonio Sanchez, Nasheet Waits....

Jazz Composers: Wayne Shorter, Stefon Harris, Terrance Blanchard, McCoy Tyner, Cedar Walton, John Coltrane, Brian Blade, John Cowherd, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Mark Turner, Joshua Redman, Fred Hersh, Pat Metheny, Avishai Cohen, Miguel Zenon, David Sanchez, Kenny Garrett, Lionel Loueke, Keith Jarrett

Sounds Likethis is for your mind to make...
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   About Andrew Kirk
One day I hope my playing, direction, and social interactions will be all congruent with my deepest thoughts; a one-self, not different layers of an onion, but a grey scale, with no definitive levels. I value passion, honesty, and creativity in those I meet.

FOR LESSONS OR BOOKING INFO, SIMPLY EMAIL ANDREW ON THIS PROFILE OR at ugetsu96@hotmail.com!!!

Andrew Kirk, 28, originally from Pittsburgh P.A., started playing the drums at the age of 12. His style originated in rock bands, and moved into jazz after attending the Mellon Jazz Festival student clinics where he met his future teacher and mentor, the great Roger Humphries, the drummer from Horace Silver’s groups that recorded “Song for My Father” and “Cape Verdean Blues”.

His style changed as he learned jazz in the clubs by going to jam sessions led by the Pittsburgh jazz scene’s established guard. Andrew then attended James Madison University and after 2 years on the football team, joined the Jazz Ensemble lead by Chuck Dotas.

He got his first regular gigging experience during his time in college in bands lead by saxophone professor and innovator Dave Pope, and various student ensembles.

He spent four years after school in Virginia (coming back periodically to Pittsburgh), including a time in Charlottesville, where he worked with many artists, including the great trumpet player John D'Earth. John brought Andrew on as a featured performer with the UVA Jazz Ensemble. His time away from home also included 11 months at sea on cruise ships, performing with the Andy Bianco and Joe Filipow trio's.

Andrew has recently moved back to Pittsburgh, PA and will be collaberating with many familiar faces, once again becoming an active member of the scene.

Playing in bands ranging from jazz, hip-hop, rock, pop, reggae, R&B, soca, and newgrass; his versatility and unique voice on his intrument make him an in demand drummer.


   Andrew Kirk's Friend Space (Top 28)
Andrew Kirk has 379 friends.
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 People in the Red Balloon 


 Adam Hopkins 


 Shadow Lounge & AVA 


 Andy Bianco Music 


 Colter Harper 


 Armstead Brown 


 Jeff Grubbs 


 Tony DePaolis 


 Matt Hall 


 plasticine doll 


 Sam Wilson 


 Josh Reed 


 Carolyn Perteete 


 Jacob Yoffee 


 Sean Jones 


 Elephant Minor 


 Wells Hanley 


 Mike Seal 


 David 


 Kendrick Scott Oracle 


 Jeff "Tain"; Watts 


 Lionel Loueke 


 CHRIS DADDY DAVE 


 Jack DeJohnette 


 Harland 


 Rudy Royston 





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Carolyn Perteete

Carolyn Perteete



Sep 15 2009 12:32 PM

HI ANDY!!!!!!!!
Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson



Aug 24 2009 10:23 PM

Andrew! great to hear from you man. i just listened to our green dolphin st.  man, that is some good shit! hope to see you soon bro
Pascal

Pascal



Aug 20 2009 2:27 PM

Bonjour Andrew
Thanks for the friendly add
Like your good energy in your
music
Best wishes from France
Pascal
jonathan {TAG}

Jonathan Seal



Jun 23 2009 1:13 AM

heyy man go check out "no greater love" see if you like it.
myspace.com/bearthesescars

meredith

meredith



Jun 1 2009 12:27 AM

hellooo there! so nice to see you :)
Adam Hopkins

Adam Hopkins



May 27 2009 3:23 AM

thanks, buddy! we've really got to figure a way to play this summer. i'm keeping my eyes and ears open. talk soon, i hope.
The Word Brown

The Word Brown



May 22 2009 8:51 PM

Thanks to Myspace the last 2 songs from the album were added. "All night" is a 15 minute jam.
Janelle Burdell (Official Myspace)

Janelle Burdell (Official Myspace)



May 22 2009 1:22 AM

Thank you! Always a pleasure to meet another drummer from da' Burgh! Def look forward to hanging sometime.
Jonathan Mele

jonathan Mele



May 18 2009 5:13 AM

Great to hear back from you! Keep me posted on your musical journey!

Best,

Jon
jonathan {TAG}

Jonathan Seal



May 13 2009 12:11 AM

hey man go check out this new song. hunted down to extinction:D myspace.com/bearthesescars
Aaron Darrell

Aaron Darrell



Feb 4 2009 3:58 PM

oh thanks man! i'm doing pretty well dude.
what are you up to?
Jason RC

Jason RC



Feb 1 2009 5:40 PM

whats up kirk? good to hear from you man. nyc has been really great thus far.
whats new with you?
Kevin Gaines - Drums

Kevin Gaines - Drums



Feb 1 2009 7:54 PM

Yeah AK !
Thanks for reachin' out to stay in touch. Thanks for the kind words !
I've been keeping up with you via cyber space. I knew you moved back to the 'Burg. May your Gigs be plentiful and Killn'. Keep up the "Organized Chatter" ! Thats Drum talk for playin' under the skin of the music, and lashing out with your controlled fury when appropiate. I've always loved and appreciated your playing.

Swing long, and Prosper !

KG
Adam Hopkins

Adam Hopkins



Jan 28 2009 5:40 PM

andrew! playing much up in pitt? still keeping ears open for gigs to bring you down on. waiting for one thats worth your trip.

adam.
GENE STOVALL

GENE STOVALL



Jan 30 2009 9:47 AM

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Seriendipitty Entertainment Presents "Gene Stovall Live at the Shadow Lounge 3.2" on Friday, February 20, 2009. This will be Seriendipitty's final event and Stovall's last concert at Shadow Lounge as a Pittsburgh resident. DJ's SMI, Selecta, Huggy, and Phil Da Bass will spin handpicked party favorites before and after the concert, in honor of Stovall's birthday. Doors open at 9pm. Stovall performs from 10pm to 11:30pm. The birthday bash begins immediately after the show.$10 cover.
Todd Binder

Todd Binder



Jan 18 2009 9:52 PM

gracias!
how's the 'burg?
Brian Caputo

Brian Caputo



Jan 9 2009 8:50 PM

Stan: Butch in Mt. Carmel. Hi Butch.
Butch: Hey Butch, how are ya?
Stan: No, I'm Butch, you're Stan.

I saw that Korean band play at Dave's Taverna.
Tina

Tina



Dec 24 2008 3:37 AM


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Tiffani Ann Company

Tiffani Ann Company



Dec 11 2008 8:58 PM

Hi Andrew!

Thanks for adding me!

Your music is greatly appreciated :)

Merry Christmas,
Tiffani
Wendy

Wendy



Dec 3 2008 7:27 PM

I'm glad that I had the honour to get one of those CD's from you! I love the cover by the way...Great moment give us great memories!! :-) Maybe one day...
Tina

Tina



Nov 26 2008 1:49 AM


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Todd Binder

Todd Binder



Nov 11 2008 10:36 PM

Thanks! Still working on them...
Stephen

Stephen



Nov 11 2008 1:30 AM

hey boi!
Elephant Minor

Elephant Minor



Sep 25 2008 7:34 PM

(new ugetsu email)
Elephant Minor

Elephant Minor



Sep 24 2008 6:07 AM

ditto!
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