KrusharMusik
Music Created for TV & Film
"Robot Grooves" features a dynamic collection of energetic and suspenseful tracks, driven by pulsating percussive elements, whimsical phrases, atmospheric textures and deep grooves.
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About Chris Patterson
Percussionist • Composer • Artist • Author • Educator • Performer
Chris Patterson resides in Nashville, TN where he stays active in the music industry as a performer, composer, session artist, and educator/clinician. His musical diversity has landed him work with such noted artists as Aretha Franklin, Canadian superstar Johnny Reid, Lee Greenwood, the Muzik Mafia, JoJo Hermann of Widespread Panic, The Dynamites, and many others. In addition to performing clinics and master classes at schools, universities and drum events throughout the country, Chris has graced the pages of Modern Drummer Magazine, performed twice at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, the Singapore Drum Festival, and the Day of Drums.
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As an artist, Chris has released an album of original music entitled “Element.” Combining different musical genres and influences, “Element” is a steel-pan/percussion centered journey into World, Jazz, Funk, and Electronica, and features legendary percussionist Luis Conte in addition to world-renowned drummers Johnny Rabb and Derico Watson.
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Composing has been a life long journey and passion since his early days of learning music. By combining composition and pedagogy, Chris has authored a book of etudes written specifically for the steel pan, available through Pan Ramajay Productions.
Currently, Chris has been involved with innovative and creative projects (both collaborative and exclusive) producing original music tailored for media, film, and television.
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Published Work
"Patterson should be commended in his pedagogical and compositional strengths, as he has produced music that many will find engaging, challenging, and highly suitable for recitals for the college/university percussionist, teachers, and professional performers."
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- N. Scott Robinson
Percussive Notes
"Element” is a steel-pan/percussion centered journey into World, Jazz, Funk, and Electronica. Comprised of 6 original tunes, the EP crosses traditional genre lines and showcases a unique journey into composition and improvisation. Featuring: legendary percussionist Luis Conte, as well as world-renowned drummers Johnny Rabb and Derico Watson.
