In this video, Dena Tauriello, drummer for Little Shop of Horrors and a sub for Hamilton and several others, discusses what it takes to make it on Broadway in a group podcast that you can listen to here:
Dena shares her experience about the importance of networking in the industry and how she's often asked to grab a coffee or chat about the business, but due to her busy schedule, she appreciates a more focused approach—like using platforms such as MeetHook.com.
With MeetHook, you can book time to ask questions, get mentorship, or take lessons directly from professionals like Dena, making it easier to connect and learn. Whether you want to know about subbing for Broadway or improving your drumming skills, this is a great way to get personalized advice!
Hit the subscribe button, share this video with anyone who could benefit, and check out MeetHook.com to book a session with top professionals!
Why MeetHook?
Personal Interaction: MeetHook allows you to book sessions with your favorite drummers, including myself.
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Tailored for Musicians: The platform is designed with musicians in mind, making it easy to search for and connect with hosts based on name, affiliation, skill, or keyword. Whether you're looking for a lesson, career advice, or answers to burning questions, MeetHook provides a seamless experience.
Endless Possibilities: Every MeetHook session is unique and potentially life-changing. The platform enables connections that might otherwise never happen, offering a personal touch that can inspire and elevate your musical journey.
Some of Broadway’s best are on this platform:
Andrés Forero: https://app.meethook.com/#/dashboard/hostprofile/7685
Jared Schonig: https://app.meethook.com/#/dashboard/hostprofile/7281
Karl Latham: https://app.meethook.com/#/dashboard/hostprofile/8217
Sean McDaniel: https://app.meethook.com/#/dashboard/hostprofile/7646
Dena Tauriello: https://app.meethook.com/#/dashboard/hostprofile/2109
User Testimonials:
Chris Coleman (Beck, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Sheila E.): "MeetHook goes beyond lessons; it makes dreams come true. Trust me!"
Zoro (Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown): "MeetHook is an amazing idea! The ability to call up one of my favorite drummers would have been a dream come true."
Rich Redmond (Jason Aldean): "MeetHook is streamlined, fun, and easy to use. It's a win-win for connecting and sharing expertise."
Mark Guiliana (David Bowie, Matisyahu, John Scofield, Matt Cameron): "The spontaneity of MeetHook is its strongest attribute."
Stephen Perkins (Jane's Addiction, Porno for Pyros): "MeetHook levels the playing field for sought-after information. The exchange of knowledge is priceless."
How to Get Started
Sign Up: Visit meethook.com and create your account.
Download the App: Get the MeetHook app on your iPhone or Android.
Explore and Connect: Search for your favorite drummers, including me, and get notified when we're available for a personal video call.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with top drummers in the Broadway scene. Sign up now, add me as a favorite, and stay tuned for my available times. Feel free to explore and connect with other incredible musicians on the platform, too!
Book a Lesson, Get Advice, Make a Connection, or Get Your Burning Questions Answered… The possibilities are endless with MeetHook!
Clayton Craddock is the founder of Broadway Drumming 101, a comprehensive online platform dedicated to providing specialized mentorship and a meticulously curated collection of resources.
Clayton’s Broadway and Off-Broadway credits include: tick, tick...BOOM!, Altar Boyz, Memphis The Musical, Lady Day At Emerson's Bar and Grill, and Ain't Too Proud - The Life And Times Of The Temptations, Cats: The Jellicle Ball and The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical. He has subbed for shows like Motown, Evita, Cats, Avenue Q, The Color Purple, Rent, Spongebob Squarepants - The Musical, Hadestown (tour), and many more. Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, the TONY Awards, and performed with legends like The Stylistics, The Delfonics, Mario Cantone, Laura Benanti, Kristin Chenoweth, Kerry Butler, Christian Boyle, Norm Lewis, Denise Williams, Chuck Berry, and Ben E. King.
Clayton is a proud endorser of Ahead Drum Cases, Paiste Cymbals, Innovative Percussion drumsticks, and Empire Ears.
For more about Clayton Craddock, click here: www.claytoncraddock.com
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