This guy is a Geek.
I'm keeping a running tally of all the Geeky dancers and musicians that I know and Carmine is ranking really high on my Geekometer. When the Geeks finally inherit the Earth I fully expect Carmine to break out the Cumbus for one heck of a Jalsah!

This man is *the drum teacher. He's fun and funny and I *really enjoy his classes. He makes learning easy as well as fun. I can't wait for Pennsic!!! Just so I get to learn new tricks! ;) Cheer!

What a down to earth guy! Totally up for anything and really wants to share what he knows to make better dancers and musicians! He will charm you with a great sense of humor and ease your frustrations of not being able to get somthing right away with a great joke!

This guy is definately fabulous to improve with! He works with you and totally gets the concepts of showmanship and being an entertainer! If you get the chance to dance for his drum solos... Totally go for it! He makes you look great!

Not to mention that he is known for being totally unstoppable, And the rumors are true! Practice all day, then drum at a show for hours.. then out to a restaurant afterwards and make music all night! When does this guy sleep?!!!

Totally a great bubble of sharing and goodwill on stage and off... Totally a great tour buddy!

Meow! You Rock!

~Laylia

OK. So we hired Carmine to come west and work with Snakes Rising... Wow! I can't remember when the Snakes have worked harder, or had more fun. The drum solos were smokin' and the rehearsals were mind-blowing. To be honest, we all feel as if we have been in an earthquake. Not sure how long it will take to recover.

The open workshop in Louisville was well attended and came of beautifully. In fact, I have not seen a drummer/ dancer combined workshop that came together as well as this one did. With noone seeming bored or overwhelmed. Laylia and Carmine are both such fabulous teachers! Relaxed, confident, candid..... Perfect together! Carmine does play/ work well with others. <wink>

May I make a recommendation? Of course I may... That is why I am here in the testimonial part of Carmine's Tribe profile! OK, here ya go...

If you have a mideast band that needs a butt kickin'... Carmine is your man. No joke. He will work ya to death for a few days and you'll never be the same. Really. I mean it!

Amma
www.snakesrising.com

When Carmine shows up, the party starts. No more practicing with the metronome, it's time to show off our stuff.