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Craig McIver is one of the most prolific veterans in the Philadelphia jazz community. Throughout his career, the drummer, percussionist and composer has balanced a progressive edge with a firm grounding in the traditions and techniques of classical music and jazz, particularly bebop. He is best known for his original compositions and his collaborations with Odean Pope, Khan Jamal, Bobby Zankel, and one of the most influential jazz drummers in history, Max Roach. Today, Craig shares hard-earned wisdom about the processes of teaching, learning, and growing up.Featured Music:Craig McIver. “Paratriculas.”A Horse of a Different Rhythm, Dreambox Media, 2006.Bobby Zankel. “Heritage”Seeking Spirit, Cadence Jazz Records, 1992.Craig McIver. “Under the Pope’s Umbrella”A Horse of a Different Rhythm, Dreambox Media, 2006.Photo: mhamiltonvisuals.comRecorded August 2017Hosted by Matthew CoakleyProduced by Ryan O'Grady, Matthew Coakley and Thomas Hagen