Dave Weckl

Quick Facts

Full Name	Dave Weckl
Occupation	Drummer
Date Of Birth	Jan 8, 1960(1960-01-08)
Age	64
Birthplace	St. Louis
Country	United States
Birth City	Missouri
Horoscope	Capricorn

Dave Weckl Biography

Dave Weckl is one of the most popular and richest Drummer who was born on January 8, 1960 in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. A Jazz- fusion musician who been a member of The Manhattan Jazz Quintet, as also his own group.

He has performed along with He has toured with Paul Simon..

Weckl started playing his first set of drums at age 8 in his spare room along to records. He later played in the living room, sometimes with his father on piano. Weckl studied at the University of Bridgeport. Starting out on the New York fusion scene in the early 1980s, Weckl soon began working with artists such as Paul Simon, George Benson, Michel Camilo, Robert Plant and Anthony Jackson.

He was with the Chick Corea Elektric Band from 1985 to 1991. During this time, he performed on many albums and also appeared with Corea’s Akoustic Band. He “augmented his work with Corea by continuing his session work and appearing often with the GRP All-Star Big Band”. Weckl has released a series of instructional videotapes. His first recording as leader was in 1990 – Master Plan, for GRP. This was followed by Heads Up in 1992, and Hard-Wired in 1994. After leaving Corea’s band, Weckl recorded and toured with guitarist Mike Stern.

His parents were within St. Louis when he was born. He loved jazz and soul throughout his childhood.

Dave Weckl Net Worth

Dave Weckl is one of the richest Drummer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Dave Weckl 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a student at in the University of Bridgeport where he studied jazz studies. He was a part of music and culture in the New York fusion scene after his graduation, working with artists like Madonna as well as He attended the University of Bridgeport where he majored in jazz studies; he immersed himself in the New York fusion scene after graduation, collaborating with artists such as Madonna and Robert Plant..

He was a part of the He was a member of the Chick Corea Elektric Band from 1985 until 1991. Elektric Band from 1985 until 1991.

Dave Weckl (born January 8, 1960) is an American jazz fusion drummer and leader of the Dave Weckl Band. He was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2000.

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Who is Dave Weckl Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Dave Ranked on the list of most popular Drummer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Dave Weckl celebrates birthday on January 8 of every year.

What is Dave Weckl doing?

The Dave Weckl Band is back with a new live album! The show was recorded in Dave’s home town of St. Louis in the summer of 2019.

What nationality is Dave Weckl?

American

Who taught Dave Weckl?

Weckl updated his technical approach in the ’90s after studying with Freddie Gruber. He then released a three-part series of videos called A Natural Evolution, which included an appearance by Gruber.

Who does Dave Weckl play?

Louis. Jazz drummer Dave Weckl is bringing it all back home — in more ways than one. His new album, “Live in St. Louis at the Chesterfield Jazz Festival 2019,” was released last week on all digital platforms.

Where was Dave Weckl born?

St. Louis, MO