Cassette Life Kennedy Drumline. This cassette tape holds a special piece of history: a recording of the Kennedy High School drumline from La Palma, California, performing at a drum competition in Bellflower. It captures the energy, precision, and camaraderie of young musicians who poured their hearts into their craft.
Cassette Life Kennedy Drumline
- Snare Drums: Mike Hickey, Dave Peters, and myself, Ken Hada
- Tri Toms: John Stamos
- Berry Toms: Lee Klug
- Congo Bongo: Mike Kemp
- Bells: Grace
- Cymbals: Clurie
- Bass Drums: Agah Kahn and another drummer whose name I regretfully cannot recall.
The drumline featured a talented roster of percussionists:
This recording brings back vivid memories of the dedication and teamwork that defined our drumline. Each member played a crucial role in creating the rhythms and sounds that resonated with our audience and fueled our passion for music.
This project is a labor of love, preserving not just the sounds of the drumline but the spirit of those times. I hope this archive serves as a way to honor the talent and effort of everyone involved and to inspire others to cherish their own musical memories.
Lastly, parts of this recording inspired my song Drumline Tryouts