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Thomas Lang
“To play the unplayed” - that is the
self-proclaimed lifelong aspiration of drummer/producer Thomas Lang.
Given his astonishing independence of limb and his stalwart dedication
to improving his craft – Lang’s aspiration is more than well on the way
to reality. Thomas Lang has dedicated his life to the exploration of all
things drum. In addition to his relentless touring, recording and
performing schedules, Lang’s instructional DVD “Creative Control”
(Hudson Music) is now the biggest-ever selling instructional DVD of all
time.
A native of Vienna, Austria, Lang took up
drums at the tender age of five. Inspired by a televised performance of
a heavy metal band, Lang assessed (quite rightly!) that he wanted to be
a drummer when he grew up because, “the drummer looked like he was the
boss – AND he got to sit down!”
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In addition to years of private tuition,
Lang was formally educated at the Vienna Conservatory of Music. As the
youngest student enrolled at the legendary institution, early on Lang
received a diverse education in a multitude of styles including Jazz,
Classical, Fusion and Big Band.
After leaving the conservatory, Lang
began working professionally – slowly working his way through the
European Pop, Rock and Jazz scenes. Working obsessively (sometimes with
up to 15 projects simultaneously) Lang earned his stripes by working
with some of Europe’s most demanding recording and touring outfits
including Falco, John Wetton, Bonnie Tyler, and many others.
In addition to his work with other
artists, Lang’s 1995 solo release, “Mediator” topped the charts in
Europe and garnered rave reviews for its innovative Jazz/Dance/ProgRock
sound.
Despite his grueling touring and rehearsal schedule, Lang remains
committed to a rigorous daily practice schedule. “I religiously follow a
constantly-evolving practice routine. It’s not glamorous, but for me
daily practice is a principle source of growth and inspiration in my
playing,” says Lang
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