Dom Famularo was an American drummer, drum teacher, author, clinician, and motivational speaker.
13 Facts About Dom Famularo
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Dom Famularo started playing the drums when he was 11 and became a professional at the age of 12.
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Dom Famularo began his career as a performing jazz drummer.
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Dom Famularo studied under some of the greatest drummers of the 20th century, including Jim Chapin and Joe Morello.
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Dom Famularo was known for his open handed playing style and was the first western drummer to perform clinics in China.
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Dom Famularo directed and emceed major drumming expos around the world, and was one of drumming's most sought-after private instructors for over 40 years.
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Dom Famularo taught many of today's leading drummers, and students regularly flew in from around the globe for intensive study with him.
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Dom Famularo acted as education director and consultant for several leading drum companies.
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Dom Famularo was the author of It's Your Move and The Cycle of Self-Empowerment, and co-author of The Weaker Side and Drumset Duets, Open-Handed Playing, Eighth-Note Rock and Beyond, Pedal Control and Groove Facility.
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On December 21,2012, Dom Famularo appeared on the national Fox TV show The Real Winning Edge.
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Dom Famularo was involved in developing online teaching methods using websites, including Drumeo, and SABIAN Educators Network.
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Dom Famularo resided on Long Island with his wife and three sons.
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Dom Famularo died of pancreatic cancer on September 27,2023, at the age of 70.