NEW VIDEO: Frank Zambrano’s Road to Kimberly Akimbo
Broadway Drumming 101 – The Podcast
Frank Zambrano didn’t take the typical route to landing a Broadway tour—but that’s what makes his journey so inspiring.
In this episode, Frank shares what it really takes to break in and stay in:
Why stepping outside the musical theater bubble helped him grow
How the Broadway Percussion Seminar opened his eyes to new possibilities
The quote from Clint de Ganon that changed his perspective: “Your personality will get you farther than your talent”
How months of preparation—studying, shadowing, and practicing—led to his shot at Kimberly Akimbo
The mindset and discipline that helped him turn a second chance into a career-changing moment
This isn’t fluff. It’s not about theory or fantasy. It’s about doing the work, being ready, and understanding what actually matters in this business.
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