Catch the latest Broadway Drumming 101 episode with Ryan McCausland, available on September 7th!
Ryan, a versatile freelance drummer, has subbed on Broadway hits like Hamilton and toured with Dear Evan Hansen.
Ryan shares his journey from drumming in Southern New Jersey church choirs to pivotal experiences like working on cruise ships and touring with Dirty Dancing and Dear Evan Hansen.
He also discusses the challenges of subbing on Broadway, the importance of physical therapy, and memorable performances for dignitaries like Ukrainian President Zelensky and Secretary of State Blinken. Plus, he highlights the value of kindness and people skills in the New York music scene.
Subscribe to Broadway Drumming 101, and take advantage of Ryan's inspiring story and expert advice!
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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